FREE
NORTHERN MIAMI VALLEY’S WEEKLY ENTERTAINMENT SOURCE
FREE
Wednesday, July 18, 2012 It’s fair time in Sidney page 3
Dirt flies at Eldora Speedway page 10
t n e d u t S g n i s u o hwith a view WSU-Lake Campus builds apartments for students Page 6
Find iN75 on Facebook
iN75 IS A MARKETING PUBLICATION OF OHIO COMMUNITY MEDIA
Save the Date July 22 - 28
2012
Shelby County Fair
SPECIAL DAILY EVENTS Rides will open at 1 P.M. ‘or when Ohio Dept. of Ag. ends State Inspection.
SUNDAY:
Industrial Day 1- special prices through participating Industries in and around Shelby County.
MONDAY:
Regular Admission Price - Rides will open at 4:00 P.M.
TUESDAY:
Carload Night - Carload night includes entry to the fair and all rides for everyone in your vehicle for $30.00. Carload night begins at 4:00 P.M. at Gate D Only. Carload night stamps must be purchased by 9:00 P.M.
WEDNESDAY:Industrial Day 2- special prices through participating Industries in and around Shelby County. Wrist Bands must be purchased at these Industries only for $7.00 and admits one person and ride all day. THURSDAY: Kid’s Day - Kid’s day admission and ride special Everyone sixteen and under will be admitted free until noon - with special rides bands to be purchased by 5:00 P.M. for $7.00 at Michael’s Amusements ticket booths. FRIDAY:
Best One Tire/Sidney Tire at the Fair - Special priced wrist bands at $7.00 can be purchased at either location.
SATURDAY: Regular Admission Price 2293432
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
PAGE 3
Shelby County Fair is back in town Jason Michael Carroll, new sideshows, new rides highlight the week younger will be admitted free until noon and can purchase special ride bands. Kid’s Day activities begin at noon, sponsored by Monsanto and Buckeye Ford. July 27 is Best One Tire/Sidney Tire Day at the fair with special wrist bands available, and July 28 is Veterans Day, sponsored by Tri-County Insurance Services and Hemmelgarn Services. A veterans program will begin at noon.
Express, in which passengers are seated in cars that rotate in a circle on a sloped track while music plays. The merry-go-round, slide and kiddie rides are among other attractions returning to this year’s fair. Wrist bands that admit individuals to all the rides will be sold at the fair and at participating businesses on theme days. Food A variety of appetizing scents will be wafting down the midway all week long. Several local groups will have drinks and lunch stands at the fair, including Shelby County Dairy Boosters, Boy Scouts, Maplewood Grange, HousSDN FILE PHOTO/LUKE GRONNEBERG ton Community Center, Elizabeth Cline (left) 5, of Cincinnati, and Jade Ann Laux, 5, of Fort Loramie, share Shelby County Pork Prosome shaved ice at the 2011 Shelby County Fair. Elizabeth is the daughter of ducers, Hardin United Sarah and Alex Cline. Jade Ann is the daughter of Tom Laux and Amanda Laux. Methodist Church and more. Several other food venthe air, and the Sizzler, Local talent will be David Crone will perJason Michael Carroll dors will join the local which is similar to the showcased in the free enform on June 28 at 8 p.m. Entertainment folks in offering up tasty with his “Spreading Laugh- tertainment gazebo during Scrambler. The free entertainment ter Faster than the ComOther favorites will re- fair treats. Food will inthe fair. All performances tent serves as a central lo- mon Cold” show, which clude ice cream, pulled turn to the fair, including begin at 6:45 p.m. and incation on the fairgrounds, weaves ventriloquism, the Gondola Wheel, the Piclude Sidney native Balhosting several acts • See Fair on page 5 magic and comedy into one loon Man Joe McMillen on rate Ship and the Musik throughout the week. The show. He has been perform- Sunday, Christain music highlight of the fair will be ing for more than 25 years group Wired for Christ on Troy and Miami County’s Landmark Restaurant country music star Jason after leaving the corporate Monday, the First United Michael Carroll, who will world to share his fun mes- Methodist Church Youth The BEST lunch deal anywhere! Our 11 item buffet changes perform July 26 at 8 p.m. Band on Tuesday, the Guisage with others. every day and is made from scratch each morning! Daily His hit singles include The Hipnotix, a rock ‘n’ tar Kids on July 25, Shelby buffet menus posted on our website... www.lapiazzatroy.com “Alyssa Lies,” “Livin’ Our County duo Thick and roll band with a funk flaLove Song,” “I Can Sleep Thin on July 26, Christian vor, will perform Monday • Sundays - Kid's Eat Free! • Wednesdays - Half Price Appetizers! When I’m Dead,” “Where at 8 p.m. The 19th annual rock group Behold the • Thursdays - Live Music with Scott Oglesbee! I’m From” and “Hurry Kingdom on July 27 and Lost Mountain Jamboree Home.” Glen Parks on July 28. featuring Timmy G. and • Happy Hour - Monday through Friday 4:30-6:00. Country music duo Love the Buckeye Bandits with Rides and Theft will take the A few new rides are special guests Joe Green stage July 27 at 8 p.m. The and Kendel Strasser will coming to town, as well as pair’s music is influenced be on Tuesday. Doublecut, the favorites, provided by Johnny Cash, Roy Orbi- from Zanesville, will take again by Michael’s Enterson and Elvis Presley, and the stage July 25 at 8 p.m., prises Inc., of North Carincludes the single “Angel performing a variety of olina. New rides include Eyes,” which hit No. 10 on country and classic rock, as Vertigo, which is like Drop On The Square Downtown Troy the U.S. country music Tower with a swing that well as a few original 937-339-5553 • www.lapiazzatroy.com charts. will take riders 85 feet into songs. 2295753
SIDNEY — One of summer’s greatest events in Sidney kicks off Sunday with the first day of the 152nd annual Shelby County Fair. The midway will be open all next week, closing July 28. From live entertainment to food to rides, the fair has a lot to offer local residents. Read on for details about the 2012 fair and be sure to pick up the Sidney Daily News on Saturday for even more details. Theme days Each day of the fair is marked by a special theme, honoring sponsors or groups of people. Sunday is Industrial Day 1, sponsored by First Call Napa Auto Parts. Various industries throughout the county will sell wrist bands for the rides. Each wrist band is $7 and admits one person to the rides all day long. The sponsor for Monday is Area Energy and Electric and Cargill Inc. Tuesday is Senior Citizens Day, sponsored by the Sidney Daily News, and Carload Night. Activities for seniors begin at 8 a.m. and continue through lunch at noon and bingo at 1 p.m. Awards will be given to the oldest lady, gentlemen and couple married the longest. Carload Night begins at 4 p.m. and includes entry to the fair and all rides for everyone in the vehicle for $30. Industrial Day 2 is July 25, sponsored by Detailed Machining-Silveus Insurance Group. Wrist bands will be sold at participating industries, as happens on Sunday. July 26 is for the kids, and everyone 16 and
PAGE 4
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Gateway Arts announces 25th season SIDNEY — Gateway Arts Council has announced the opening of its 25th anniversary season this fall. Gateway will celebrate the past, recognize its founders and present new and exciting performances. “We are pulling out all the stops to celebrate our 25th anniversary, and while plans are still being made for many of the commemorative events, we are thrilled to be able to announce the 2012-2013 season,” said Executive Director Ellen Keyes. Gateway Arts Council does a lot for the community, but one of its focuses is bringing live performances to town. The Presents Series features musical performances for all ages, and the Youth Education Series (YES!) offers up something special for children. Here’s a look at what’s to come this season: • “Fiddler on the Roof” (Presents Series) Nov. 4, 7 p.m., Sidney High School Auditorium “Fiddler on the Roof,” based on the stories of Sholom Aleichem, has captured the hearts of people all over the world with its humor, warmth and honesty. In the little village of Anatevka, Tevye, a poor milkman is trying to keep his family’s traditions in place, yet times are changing. When Tevye’s daughters want to make their own matches, he must choose between his own daughters’ happiness and those beloved traditions that keep the outside world at bay. “Fiddler on the Roof” is filled with a rousing, heartwarming score, including “Tradition,” “Matchmaker, Matchmaker,” “If I Were A
Rich Man” and “Sunrise, Sunset.” No other musical has so magically woven music, dance, poignancy and laughter into such an electrifying and unforgettable experience. • Ted Vigil’s “A Tribute to John Denver” (Presents Series) Feb. 10, 7 p.m., Sidney High School Auditorium
symphonies across North America, including Boulder Philharmonic, Calgary, Cleveland Pops, Colorado, Fort Worth, Palm Beach Pops and The Philly Pops. His television appearances include “Extra,” Fox’s “Good Day New York,” CNN’s “Showbiz Today,” ABC and the BBC. Season tickets for the Presents Series are $50, and include all three shows. Individual tickets also will be available. “Fiddler on the Roof” general seating is $23. Ted Vigil’s “A Tribute to John Denver” is $19. “Simply Sinatra” is $19. AAA members will receive $1 off ticket prices for individual shows. Tickets are on sale now. • “The Sword in the Stone” (YES!) PROVIDED PHOTO Oct. 13, 11 a.m., Ted Vigil will honor the Cameo Theatre music of John Denver in Meet the mysterious February. and magical Merlin, who helps young Arthur beThe legendary John PROVIDED PHOTO come a fish, a bird and fiDenver evokes memories nally discover the “real of an era in music that was Gateway Arts Council will present the classic magic” he needs to become both inspiring and influen- musical “Fiddler on the Roof” this November. the rightful king of Engtial. His music was a com- sings a tribute to this High” is, indeed, a land. Along the way, audibination of romance great man. His gift for the high. His audiences ences meet Kai, Arthur’s (“Annie’s Song”), folk warm to him inmusic and polished, enerbrother, and a young Guen(“Leavin’ on a Jet Plane”), getic performing style stantly as they once ever who is smitten with country (“Thank God I’m a presents a warm and deagain enjoy the Arthur. Audiences help Country Boy”) and envimusic the world lightful evening through Arthur defeat the dragon ronmentalist (“Calypso”). grew to love, and some of the world’s most and finally pull the sword He recorded nearly 300 they often walk out popular music. songs, 200 of which he Vigil had been writing, of his concerts feelPROVIDED PHOTO from the stone. This upliftcomposed, which led to 12 recording and performing ing refreshed and Steve Lippia will perform in ing story of Arthur inspires young people to see their gold and four platinum al- his original compositions, joyous from the ex- “Simply Sinatra” in April. unique potential and strive bums. He was awarded an leading to winning the na- perience. to be their best. engagements at the Rio Emmy and two Grammy • “Simply Sinatra” tional title for Talent • “Snow White” Suites-Hotel and Casino in awards. He was a brilliant Quest in Laughlin, Nev., in (Presents Series) (YES!) Las Vegas and Resorts song writer and a truly April 14, 7 p.m. Sid2006. After this win, he March 16, 11 a.m., began to plan a John Den- ney High School Audito- Hotel and Casino in Atgifted performer. Cameo Theater lantic City, where audiver tribute show. He began rium Ted Vigil, a man who, The wicked queen’s serBefore The Beatles, be- ences lined up more than singing his way all over according to long-time vant is Snow White. She is two hours before show fore Elvis, before rock ‘n’ Denver guitar accompanist the U.S., and in 2007, cheerful, sweet and so time to vie for seating. He roll, there was Frank SinaSteve Weisberg, closely re- shared the stage with sembles John Denver both Keith Anderson, Jeff Bates tra. Gateway Arts Council has performed in multiple kind that everyone adores engagements for Hilton At- her — except for the salutes “the chairman of physically and musically, is and Kevin Sharp on the wicked queen. She couldn’t annual Traveling Kountry the board” with a one-of-a- lantic City and Casino carrying on the tradition kind concert featuring Kruzwith the Royal Windsor, and has recently care less about Snow honoring this colossal Sinatra’s greatest modern performed to sold-out audiCaribbean Cruise Line. music icon. He is not an Vigil’s “Rocky Mountain interpreter. Steve Lippia • See Gateway on page 5 impersonator, but rather ences with many major and his band bring Sinatra’s essence back to the stage in a show that is as timeless as a cocktail, a tuxedo or a diamond ring. Relive your favorite songs, including “Lady is a Tramp,” “Summer Wind” and “I’ve Got the World on a String,” as Lippia portrays the leader of the infamous Rat Pack. “Simply Sinatra” showcases a musical arrangement by Sinatra’s own arranger, and Lippia croons like “Ol’ Blue Eyes” himself. His show introduces a new generation to this timeless music while appealing to longtime listeners. Lippia has headlined in highly successful, extended
PAGE 5
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Gateway • CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 White. All the queen cares about is being the fairest in the land, a fact that her magic mirror confirms daily. But the queen’s interest in Snow White changes dramatically when the magic mirror reveals that Snow White is now the fairest of them all. Follow Snow White’s escape from the wicked queen, her journey into the forest and her chance meeting with some mysterious (and hilarious) dwarfs who vow to protect her. What will happen when Snow White takes a bite of the apple and falls victim to the queen’s enchanted slumber? Fortunately, a happy ending is just a kiss away. Performed by Columbus Children’s Theatre Professional Touring Company, this show features audience participation. The Youth Education Series also will include a performance in December or January that has yet to be determined. Season tickets, which include all three shows, are $15 for adults and $10 for children. Each individual show will be $6 for adults and $4 for children 12 and younger. In addition to the performance series, Gateway Arts Council will present many other exciting events. Here’s a full schedule of the 2012–2013 season: • Now through July 27 — Steven Walker, Gateway Arts Council Gallery • Aug. 3 — Opening reception for Charles Rowland & Friends exhibit in the gallery (exhibit open through August) • September — Photography exhibit, Gateway
Buckeye Woodcarvers Roundup coming up Arts Council Gallery • September — Children’s art booth at Shelby County Applefest • Sept. 23 — Racing Around the World /A Mother Son Adventure • Sept. 29 — Bad Art Ball • October — Carousel Horse exhibit, Gateway Arts Council Gallery • Oct. 13 — “The Sword in the Stone,” YES! • November/December — Alfred Tibor: The Sculpture of a Holocaust Survivor, Gateway Arts Council Gallery • Nov. 4 — “Fiddler on the Roof,” Presents Series • December/January — TBA, YES! • January — Juried high school exhibit, Gateway Arts Council Gallery • February — County art teachers exhibit, Gateway Arts Council Gallery • Feb. 10 — Ted Vigil’s “A Tribute to John Denver,” Presents Series • Feb. 7 — “Thomas Edison the Boy,” YES! (in schools) • March — Wearable art, Gateway Arts Council Gallery • March 16 — “Snow White,” YES! • March — Music Matters Recital • April 14 — “Simply Sinatra,” Presents Series • May — Spring Fling Fine Art Exhibit, Gateway Arts Council Gallery • May 3 — Spring Fling Reception • May — Princess Ball • June — Art in the Park Clinic • June — Kids Around the Square • June — Art in the Garden (tentative) For more on any of these programs, call Gateway Arts Council at (937) 4982787 or visit www.gatewayartscouncil.org.
FLETCHER — The second annual Buckeye Woodcarvers Roundup will be held July 25-28 in Fletcher at Poor Farmers Campground, 7211 LostcreekShelby Road. The event will include daily mini-workshops on a first-come basis. Sign-up is not necessary for sessions; people can join any workshop at any time on any day. Visitors will have the opportunity to try out many different types of carving. All instructions are free, but there is a cost for workshop supplies. There also will be projects for non-carvers during the four-day event. Woodcarvers and noncarvers should bring power tools if they plan to take a
power carving class, chainsaw and accessories for chainsaw carving and a sewing machine for a quilting class. Scot Phillips, of American Woodshop, will give a demonstration July 25 from 3 to 5 p.m. He will make a bandsaw jewelry box. Prospective carving instructors are Bruce Henn, caricatures; Don Mertz, caricatures; Sharon Bechtold, woodburning; Mary Weinheimer, beginning carvers; Orlando Villareal, power animals; Bruce Nicholas, chip carving; Don Worley, small figures; Karen Hunt-Brown, gourds; John Guillozet, bark carving; Gary Freeman, golf ball; Jack Miller,
shore birds; Jim Foster, lighthouses and eggs; Floyd Rhadigan, caricature; Wayne Shinlever, Santas and ornaments; Sandy Czajka, power carving bird; Randy True, southwest Kokpelli; Sharon Testa; and Caroline Armstrong, woodburning. Also attending are Belcher Carving Supply, TShirt Depot, Dunkle Knives and Quality Hardwoods. The price for the roundup is $20 at the door, with a 10 percent discount for families. This price will cover all four days. Parking will be $1 per car. Lunch will be available. An evening meal will be offered July 27, along with an auction.
Camping is available for $23 per night. Those interested may contact the campground for reservations at (937) 368-2449 or visit www.poorfarmersrvs.com. There also are motels available within 7 miles of the campground. Anyone interested in attending as a carver may contact Charlie Cooke at (937) 964-1249 or cookecharles37@gmail.com or Sara Allinger at (937) 585-4360. Anyone interested in making a craft or something for non-carvers may contact Jim or Barb Foster at (937) 214-7800 or jim.barbfoster@att.net. For more information, visit buckeyewoodcarversroundup.webs.com.
PROVIDED PHOTO
trade shows, expositions and other professional mascot events. The three shows are “Shaggy D and Raggy C,” which features the antics of Raggy Cowgirl and her amazing biomechanical wonder dog, Shaggy; “The Adventures of Froglin and Bearford,” an interactive musical that informs children about the effects of people’s actions on the planet Earth and what they can do to help; and “Max’s Magnificent Mascot Band,” in which Max the Dog and his gang tear up the town with musical numbers and interact with the audience. Other highlights on the schedule are the car cruise-in, truck and tractor pull, demolition derby, mud bog mania and cheerleading contest. Pick up a copy of the fair book or visit www.shelbycountyfair.com for a complete schedule and more information.
Fair • CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 pork, nachos, hot dogs, elephant ears, deep-fried Oreos, cotton candy, pizza, Italian ice, doughnuts, soft pretzels, apple dumplings, pork tenderloin, kettle corn, steak sandwiches, tacos, french fries, Chinese food, taffy, lemonade and much more. Must-see events In addition to livestock shows, arts, collectibles and baked goods, the Shelby County Fair offers a few sideshows you won’t want to miss. The Sidney Daily News and Hemmelgarn Services Inc. are bringing young Vicenta Pages and her six Royal White Bengal Tigers to the fair for week-long free shows next to the fairgrounds gazebo. Pages, who has spent the last four years touring with Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey, is the granddaughter of Fred Logan, head elephant
Vicenta Pages will perform with her six Royal White Bengal Tigers in a new show at the fair this year. trainer for Clyde BeattyCole Brothers Circus for many years. On the Pages side of her family are performers with animals, aerials and most every other circus act. Her heritage is Native American and Cuban American and she is the only woman training cats today. A new show is added to the lineup this year for
young fair-goers. The Mascot Organization, based in Worthington, will present actors performing in animal costumes in three short musicals on a stage next to the Milkhouse. The Mascot Organization maintains a database of actors nationwide who act as mascots and provides costumed mascots to corporations,
PAGE 6
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Get a degree on Grand Lake St. Marys Wright State University-Lake Campus adds student housing with a view Editor’s note: This is the final installment in the series about the businesses of St. Marys. Also read about Eldora Speedway on page 10. BY LINDY JURACK iN75 Editor ST. MARYS — Not many college students can say they have a stunning lake view from their dorm rooms. But with new oncampus housing opening this fall, students at Wright State UniversityLake Campus can say just that and more about their academic digs. The aptly-named Lake Campus, a regional campus of Dayton’s Wright State University, is seated right on Grand Lake St. Marys, and the new Knapke Villa sits even closer to the water than the institution’s main building. Named after Thomas A. Knapke, Ph.D., a dedicated, longtime faculty member who recently retired, the building
“Having students living on campus changes things quite a bit. It’s a culture change for the entire campus.” — Dean Bonnie Mathies
A full-time community director will live in the housing and be responsible for facilitating activities for the students, which could include anything from safety training with the campus officer to cookouts and fishing tournaments. “Having students living on campus changes things quite a bit. It’s a culture change for the entire campus,” Mathies said. The housing project was entirely funded by the Western Ohio Educational Foundation (WOEF) Board on campus, which has tentative plans to build more student housing in the future. Small community The building is already full for the coming fall, but a waiting list exists for interested students. The building is smaller than student housing on large campuses, but the size has its advantages. Because only 29 students had to be matched with roommates instead of thousands, the Lake Campus admissions staff is able to meet with the students to ask about their preferences, including whether they are morning people or night owls, or introverted or extroverted. The students are then matched by the PROVIDED PHOTO staff instead of a computer. All of the housing units have a full kitchen and come “It’s a real blessing to completely furnished. have a small community, houses 29 students in townhouse-style apartments. Each unit has four or five single- or double-occupancy bedrooms, a living and dining area, two bathrooms and a full kitchen. It also comes fully furnished. “Plus, students get a very nice, beautiful view of the lake,” said Lake Campus Dean Bonnie K. Mathies, Ph.D. All-inclusive Living on campus is an all-inclusive package. Water, heat, air conditioning and trash services are all included, leaving no extra bills for students to pay. Also, Knapke Villa is just a short walk from all of the university’s classrooms.
PROVIDED PHOTO
Students study and relax in the new student townhouse apartments at Wright State University-Lake Campus in St. Marys. because we can commit to recruiting residents, then match roommates and thus help the students live and thrive in the environment,” said Sandi Holdheide, student services and public relations director. Another plus of attending a regional campus and living on site, is the low cost. Holdheide said Lake Campus has one of the lowest tuition rates in the state at $5,614 for an entire year. With the cost of living in Knapke Villa at $3,600 per year for a double-occupancy room and $5,400 for a single, stu-
dents can live on campus and attend classes for around $10,000 a year. A little history With low costs and more curriculum and activities added every year, Lake Campus is reaching its peak enrollment at more than 1,400 students. Founded in downtown Celina by a group of citizens who wanted higher education to be accessible to west central Ohio residents, the college is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The Lake Campus became affiliated with Wright State
University in 1969, and built its current location on Grand Lake in 1972. The Lake Campus now offers master’s degree options, plus six bachelor’s degrees and 13 associate degrees, in which all classes are taken at the Lake Campus. “We now have more students in baccalaureate degrees than associate degrees,” the dean said. Bachelor’s programs are available in criminal justice, early and middle • See Lake Campus on page 7
PAGE 7
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Lake Campus throughout the day and offers a large lounge area and game tables. Also on campus is Trenary Hall, which houses a library the Business Enterprise Center, offering non-credit training for the community. The students, faculty and staff give back to the community, which has given so much to them, by cultivating a garden on the grounds and donating all the produce to local food pantries. On the water Lake Campus also helps out the community by being part of the solution to the restoration of Grand Lake St. Marys. The campus has a small fleet of watercraft, including a pontoon boat, sailboat and canoes, which faculty use to collect data to research the lake conditions. It also hosts meetings and legislators for the restoration committee. While academics are certainly the most important part of college, they’re not the only part. The Lake Campus just added a new men’s baseball team this year. It also has men’s and women’s basketball and women’s volleyball, as well as intramurals. The teams play in the Ohio Regional Campus Conference. The school also has a very active Collegiate 4-H
STAFF PHOTO/LINDY JURACK
Lake Campus students relax in the Boathouse, which serves food throughout the day and provides a large lounge area with game tables. program and Business Professionals of America group, among other student involvement opportunities. Another bonus is all Lake Campus students can use the Auglaize-Mercer County YMCA, which is located right on campus. Low tuition, small classes and new programs draw more and more students to Lake Campus each year. Now student housing can be added to that list. And it all happens against the beautiful blue backdrop of Grand Lake St. Marys.
$
5
Bouquets
made with
Love
$
5
Alene Williamson (Garrity) and David Williamson III say their vows in downtown Piqua at the Gazebo.
Romance Superstore
Sun-Thur 10am to 10pm Fri & Sat 10am to 12am
7 DAYS A WEEK!
$
5
2299356
childhood education, English, liberal studies, mechanical engineering and organizational leadership. Associate degree programs include communication, history, liberal studies, psychology, social work, sociology, biological sciences, business, chemistry, earth and environmental sciences, graphic design, office information systems and technical study. A bachelor’s completion program also is offered to registered nurses. The campus also hosts a successful police academy. One student serves as a prime example of the campus’ motto of “stair stepping your way to education.” Holdheide said he completed the police academy and used those credit hours toward an associate degree. He then earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and was recently hired as a member of the Wright State police force and assigned to the Lake Campus. Growing programs One of the most popular programs is early childhood education, Holdheide said. Students can really get a feel for the job in a model classroom furnished to look like an elementary school room. “It reflects what they’ll see when they get out into the field,” Holdheide said. Another growing program is engineering, which the campus has offered for two years. Because the surrounding area is so industrial, the community requested the campus offer an engineering degree so local companies could retain local professionals. What started as a relationship
with the Dayton campus’ engineering program, evolved into all the classes being offered at Lake Campus for a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with a manufacturing concentration. The goal was to have 25 new students enrolled each year, and it has already been surpassed with 66 students in the program. Next spring, those students will have the option of studying abroad at Ernst-Abbe University of Applied Sciences in Jena, Germany. Small classes Having less than 100 students enrolled in one program has its benefits, too. The student-toteacher ratio is small enough to allow students real face time with their professors. The largest classroom on campus seats just 44, with most classes having 20-24 students. Lake Campus has 29 full-time faculty members hailing from all over the country, and at least 20 have their doctorate degrees. “We have a lot of students engaged with the faculty in their research, some of which has resulted in published papers and other works. That’s an important aspect of higher education for us to continue,” the dean said. The Lake Campus underwent a major renovation in 2009, adding 12,000 square feet of offices, labs and classrooms, which are outfitted with the latest technology. The building has a large multipurpose hall with great lake views, a writing center, math lab and computer labs, student lounge areas and bookstore. Its dining area, called the Boathouse, serves food
Towards Total Purchase
Minimum purchase of $15. Not valid with any other promotion or coupon. One per person, per visit. No cash value.
1231 East Ash St. Piqua, OH 45356
2296499
• CONTINUED FROM PAGE 6
937-773-1200
• Bridal Bouquets • Table Arrangements • Outdoor Weddings
Allisten Manor’s
Flower Box
Work with our designer to make your own bouquet
1622 Washington Ave., Piqua ~ (937) 773-2675
PAGE 10
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Lots yet to come at Eldora Speedway BY LINDY JURACK iN75 Editor
USAC Silver Crown Cars, USAC Sprint Cars and USAC Midget Cars. ROSSBURG — Not too Eldora Speedway boasts far south from Grand Lake more than just its main St. Marys is an attraction track. In 2010, Eldora of a different kind. Dirt added a 1/7-mile dirt oval flies as cars and trucks track, known as Little Elrace around Eldora Speeddora or Little E. A regulaway, which hosts several tion size Quarter Midget events from spring to fall. track is located inside of The 1/2-mile dirt track, the kart track, sharing a built in 1954, is owned by common straightaway. LitNASCAR Sprint Cup tle E has several races Champion Tony Stewart coming up yet this season, from Indiana, who bought including a race this weekthe property in 2004 from end and the Midget Dirt Earl Baltes, the original Nationals in September. owner. The track itself has Race fans often spend a clay surface and banks the weekend at the track, 24 degrees on turns and 8 camping in one of several degrees on straights. lots at Eldora. During “What makes Eldora so major event weekends, unique, aside from the exreservations can be made tremely high speeds, is the for camping spaces, while fact that we hold the major on non-race weekends, events for all of dirt raccamping is free. Electric ing’s different disciplines and non-electric sites are — Winged Sprint Cars, available. Dirt Late Model stock cars, Eldora also has a ballNon-Winged Sprint Cars, PROVIDED PHOTO room, which is used for Midgets, Open Wheel Mod- With more than 17,000 seats and 2,000 campsites, Eldora Speedway draw thousands of racing fans each racing activities or rented ifieds and Stocks,” said out for various occasions. year to witness the greatest in dirt track events. Roger Slack, Eldora proThe ballroom has hosted a Feed the Children Prelude 2,000 campsites. Four per- live multi-camera video, to come for spectators this variety of occasions, inmoter and general manto the Dream, featuring manent concession stands instant replay and scoring year. July 28 is the 50th ager. cluding bands, dance the stars of NASCAR, InAnniversary of USAC data (similar to what you offer refreshments for Eldora is known nights, banquets, recepdyCar, NHRA and the Sprint Car Racing at Elsee on a race at home) on guests. throughout the motortions, blood drives, private World of Outlaws in Dirt Seventy-one percent of an 18-foot by 40-foot Dak- dora presented by NAPA sports world for hosting parties and more. The ballLate Models that is teleAuto Parts, paying a mini- room also is the site of the Eldora attendees for major tronics video screen that some of the world’s greatcame from the Dallas Cow- mum of $10,000 to the est dirt track events. Major vised live worldwide on events drive 100 miles or Ms. Eldora Speedway pagwinner. Aug. 11 is Office events are the $100,000-to- pay-per-view,” Slack said. farther to get here, accord- boys stadium. eant. Suzanne Smith, of The speedway draws “The crowds are big and Depot Family Fun Night win Dirt Late Model ing to Slack. Eldora has Berne, Ind., won the 2012 featuring UMP DIRTcar Dream, the $50,000-to-win more than 20,000 specta103,000-plus fans on Face- fun, but not so large that title earlier this year. Modifieds, Stock Cars and Kings Royal, the 42nd an- tors each year. It has book, making it the fourth they get out of hand and Eldora also has made grown to have more than nual World 100, the Four most popular sports venue cause a lot of traffic,” Slack another famous Eldora an impact on the commu17,700 permanent seats Fireworks Extravaganza. Crown Nationals and the said. “Prices are still exin the world, and it has nity by raising money and and thousands of general The 42nd annual World food for area pantries, UMP DIRTcar National tremely economical with 18,000-plus followers on admission grass hillside Championships. discounts for children and 100 Sept. 7 and 8 is the Twitter. hosting Boy Scout groups “We also annually host seats. It also has 16 VIP largest dirt race in the many events offering free “Eldora literally is the and raising funds and a charity-driven event, the suite boxes and nearly admission for kids six and world. Sept. 21 and 22 is greatest show on dirt,” awareness for groups such Four Crown Nationals under. Coolers (no larger Slack said. “It boasts the as Shriners and Red than 14-inches, no alcohol) Weekend, the only opporhighest speeds, the most Cross. tunity all year long that are permitted, and our thrilling racing. It has a For more information, race fans get to see all of food quality is top-notch Fenway Park atmosphere log on to www.eldoraspeedthe stars from the top open way.com. Ticket prices with prices very affordabout it, yet the facilities wheel disciplines on the able.” range for different events, Like us to get a preview of what’s coming are clean, updated and Eldora may be halfway same track on the same modern.” but can be purchased onup in iN75 and to read the issue online! weekend, including the The shows are run effi- through its season at this line or by phone at (937) www.facebook.com/in75weeklyentertainmentsource point, but there is still lots World of Outlaws, the ciently and enhanced by 338-3815.
Follow
on
PAGE 11
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
B. Chilcote
J. Chilcote
the director of the Round Lake Worship Retreat. A Sidney native, John is no stranger to the stage. He has played leading roles in many musical theater and opera productions such as “Into The Woods,” “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” “Romeo and Juliet,” “The Magic Flute” and “Sweeney Todd.” He has a bachelor’s degree of music in voice from Ohio Wesleyan University and a master’s degree in worship ministry from Hope International University. Sidney native and tenor soloist Bob Schroerlucke is a 1975 graduate of Sidney High School and plays trombone/baritone horn and sings with both the Sidney Civic Band and Swing Era Band. He is a familiar face in the cultural community with a performance resume that crosses multiple arts organizations. He is a founding member of the vocal groups Circle of Friends and Simple Harmony, and a vocalist/theatrical performer with River Glen Ensemble, Sidney Dance Company and Sock & Buskin Community Theater. He also sings with the First Presbyterian Church choir and the Shelby County Chorale Society. Schroerlucke has played in orchestras all over the Miami Valley for more than 60 local/regional community theaters and high
Joines
Schroerlucke
school musical productions, and has also played with the Piqua Civic Band and Sinclair Community College Concert Band. He served on the Sidney Civic Band Board of directors for eight years, five of which were as president, and also served on the board and was past president of Sock & Buskin. Maureen Joines is well known in the area for her wonderful voice and spirit. She is a long standing member of the Gateway Choral Society and has performed both soprano and alto solos for eight years. She is the soprano section leader in the society and has sung several times with the band, both in Sidney and Piqua when the choral society has been featured. Born in Hampton, Va., Joines attended the Susquehanna University in Selinsgrove, Penn., and received a bachelor’s degree in music education. She now teaches high school drama and choir at the Christian Academy in
Sidney, directs the church choir at the Grace Baptist Church and gives private voice lessons. Joines has been active in the Sidney community, directing musicals at Sidney High School and at the Christian Academy. She was the vocal director for the Sidney Dance Company’s production of “Annie” and last performed as a soloist with the Sidney Civic Band at its Christmas concert in December. Director Phil Chilcote selects a special guest conductor for every concert, and Bill Barrett takes a turn behind the baton during this Friday’s event. Other items of note for the final concert include a celebration of retiring band members as well as recognition of the seven student performers who have performed with the band this summer. The band will return Dec. 9 with its Christmas concert at 3 p.m. at the First Church of God in Sidney. Major sponsors for this year’s season include Emerson Climate Technologies, Founder’s Fund of the Community Foundation, Gateway Arts Council and the city of Sidney. • RESTORATIONS • EXTRACTIONS • CROWNS & BRIDGES • ROOT CANALS • PREVENTIVE CARE • DENTURES & PARTIALS • RIGID STERILIZATION • WHITENING • SEALANTS • COSMETIC DENTISTRY • BOTOX & JUVEDERM
2295752
SIDNEY — The Sidney Civic Band’s final concert of its Sidney Summer Concert Series features a number of vocalists for its show “Three Tenors and a Diva.” The free program is Friday at 7 p.m. on the historic downtown Sidney courthouse square. Refreshments will be available. In the event of rain or high heat index, the concert will be moved to the First Church of God, 1510 Campbell Road. Four soloists will make special appearances during the concert. The three tenors are Ben Chilcote, John Chilcote and Bob Schroerlucke, while Maureen Joines is the “diva.” Ben Chilcote has been performing since he was 3, garnering lead roles in “Guys and Dolls,” “Into the Woods” and “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” He majored in music at Wright State University and later toured full time with the a capella vocal band Fourth Avenue. In 2009, he was one of the three talented tenors that sang with the Sidney Civic Band in “The Three Tenors,” one of the most popular concerts in recent years. He is currently in full-time music ministry at the Beavercreek Christian Church. John Chilcote is the minister of worship and arts at Westerville Christian Church in Westerville, joining the staff in 2003. A writer, arranger and composer, he has served as worship leader, guest soloist and speaker at multiple events around Ohio and is connected with various worship ministries and networks, including serving from 2008 to 2010 as
937-335-4630 1523 N. Market St., Troy, Ohio
MARK T. BENTLEY D.D.S. INC CHARLES H. STEVENS D.D.S. www.bentleydds.com JULIE E. JONES D.D.S.
Piqua band takes on Broadway, marches PIQUA — The Piqua Civic Band continues its 80th summer concert season with “Music of the Broadway Revival and Ohio’s March King” Thursday at Hance Pavilion with guest conductor JR Price. This concert will feature music from past and current Broadway shows, plus the marches of Henry Fillmore, Ohio’s march king. The guest soloist for the evening will be vocalist Sam Roth. Roth is the co-valedictorian of Piqua High School’s Class of 2012. While a student at Piqua, he participated in marching band and show choir, and was a member of the National Honor Society. He performed many roles in the high school’s annual spring musicals, including Jacob/Potiphar in “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” Nicely Nicely Johnson in “Guys and Dolls” and most recently Jean Valjean in “Les Miserables.” He is a 10-year member of Piqua’s Music Warehouse and an active member of St. James Episcopal Church, where he has performed with the church choir. He plans on attending Ohio Northern University to pursue degrees in computer and electrical engineering and music.
JR Price is the orchestra and jazz director for Greenville City Schools. He is currently in his 27th year of teaching. His orchestras have performed in Chicago, St. Louis and several times in Orlando, Fla. Price is currently working with the Hard Rock Café in Orlando to provide Christmas music for hundreds of Head Start children in the Orlando area for their Lunch with Santa program. The performance is the first time a group has been invited to perform live on stage for this philanthropic event. Price also is the conductor of the Greenville Municipal Concert Band. This group performs most Sunday evenings at 7:30 at the Marling Band Shell in Greenville City Park. Selections will include music from “Les Miserables,” “Jersey Boys,” “West Side Story” and “The Phantom of the Opera,” as well as “The Crosley March,” “Lassus Trombone” and many others Ulbrich’s Hometown Market has donated a free dozen donuts to be given away to one lucky audience member. The concert begins at 7 p.m., and admission is free. Visit the band’s website at piquacivicband.weebly.com for more information.
Have extra vases & baskets taking up room? Join our green movement and bring them in exchange for flowers*! *No bud vases please *$5 voucher will be given ypftroyoh.com 409 Kirk Lane, Troy
335-2365
2299241
Sidney Civic Band closes season with ‘Three Tenors and a Diva’
(formerly a bloom flowers & gifts)
Full ser vice ftd florist with 28 years experien ce .
facebook.com/yourpersonalflorist
PAGE 12
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
GET UP & GO Rhythm Summer Jam TROY — Summer Jam, a free concert for teens, will be presented Thursday evening at Prouty Plaza in downtown Troy. The concert will feature three live acts. The band Broken Lights opens the event at 7:30 p.m. Guitarist and singer Stephen Orban will perform at 8:10 p.m., and closing the event will be the band Bolted Down at 8:50 p.m. Free refreshments will be available. Troy Rec, Lincoln Community Center, the TroyMiami County Public Library and the TroyHayner Cultural Center are jointly sponsoring the concert. The rain location will be the Troy Rec. Prouty Plaza ◆ Thursday 7:30 p.m. ◆ Free ◆ (937) 339-0457 The Floorwalkers TROY — The TroyHayner Cultural Center presents the Floorwalkers, as part of its Summer Concert Series Friday on Prouty Plaza in downtown Troy. The Floorwalkers are an original rock/pop and soul band with a touch of indie rock, an unmatched vocalist and tight harmonies. While working on a debut full-length album, they managed to garner a strong Midwest following. In November 2010, they released their first fulllength album “The Natural Road.” Since then, they have toured nationally, and were voted in the “Top 10 Acts You’ve Never Heard Of” by ChicagoNow.com. The Floorwalkers have been playing the stages of central Ohio and beyond for years after the core members of the group moved from Chardon, a suburb of Cleveland, for
college and ended up playing acoustic sets around campus. Jonathan Elliott, along with Kerry Henderson, guitars; Ben Meinhold, bass; Theo Perry, guitars; Tom Lasky, drums; and Todd Hamric, piano and organ, have evolved into a soulful six-headed rock monster, with a diverse arsenal and strong following. “We consider ourselves at the most basic, a roots rock band,” said Henderson. “There aren’t really a lot of groups out there today that really stick to the traditional American rock formula; that’s what we really try to stay true to.” With a band that sometimes includes the likes of a mandolin, a Dobro, an upright bass, spoons and a harmonica, and members who can play and write on multiple instruments, there is no shortage of inspiration or direction. The Floorwalkers draw a lot from groups like The Band and the Allman Brothers and certainly show it in their occasional jams ripe with impressive guitar solos and heartfelt lyrics. Visit www.thefloorwalkers.com for more. Prouty Plaza ◆ Friday 7:30 p.m. ◆ Free ◆ www.troyhayner.org ◆ (937) 339-0457 Filling Station TROY — Coming up at the Filling Station this weekend is bike night with the Wright Brothers Thursday from 6 to 10 p.m. with specials on pulled pork; Pearl Street Friday from 7 to 11 p.m. with specials on fried shrimp; Blue 30 Saturday from 7 to 11 p.m. with New York strip specials.; and blues and barbecue with Noah Wotherspoon Sunday from 6 to 10 p.m. 2331 W. Market St. ◆ Various dates and
benefit Dayton Art Institute. Poe is a songwriter, singer, producer, performing musician and composer for film, theater and dance. He has recorded several albums and toured with the likes of Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, The Jayhawks, Chris Whitley and Tori Amos. He will perform in the museum’s NCR Renaissance Auditorium. 456 Belmonte Park North ◆ Friday 8 p.m. ◆ Tickets from $30 ◆ www.daytonartinstitute.org ◆ (937) 223-5277 Good Time Gospel Night KETTERING — Fraze Pavilion will host Good PROVIDED PHOTO Triclectic will perform at the Tipp Roller Mill Theatre Time Gospel Night July 25 with the Hoskins Family Saturday night. and the Penny Loafers. to produce a unique sound Angie Hoskins Aldridge times ◆ possesses one of those rare www.facebook.com/troyfill- with flavors of bluegrass, ingstation ◆ (937) 339-4800 country, folk, rock and pop voices. Surrounded by her music. Their music ranges parents Rick and Reva and Cruizer’s friend Josh Akers, Angie from standards like “I’ll RUSSIA — Steve Fly Away” to modern blue- and the Hoskins Family Rosenbeck, of Free Rider, will perform on the outdoor grass from groups like the have recorded some of the patio (weather permitting) Steeldrivers to their origi- most memorable songs in nal songs. 225 E. Main St. recent years. Some of their at Cruizer’s Bar and Grill chart-topping songs in◆ Saturday 7:30 p.m. ◆ $7 in Russia Thursday clude “Joyful Morning,” for adults, $4 for students evening. The bike/steak “Safe Thus Far,” “When the night will feature ribeye K-12 ◆ (937) 667-3696 Savior Wipes the Tears Twilight Concert steaks on the grill, baked from Our Eyes,” “Written DAYTON — The Daypotatoes and a side salad ton Art Institute’s Twilight in Heaven” and “Places to from 6 to 8 p.m. Also, Go People to See.” In the Cruizer’s is hosting a poker Concerts continue with a time the Penny Loafers run Saturday to benefit the performance by guitarist have been together, they Russia Volunteer Fire De- Dustin Keith and Candi partment. See the website Morris with the Ambiance have gained a loyal followWoodwind Trio. Performed ing, appealing to young for more information. 115 in the beautiful setting of and old alike through a North St. ◆ Thursday 7 to the NCR Renaissance Au- blend of musical styles and 9:30 p.m. ◆ www.cruizersditorium, the Twilight tight a cappella harmonies. barandgrill.com ◆ (937) Concerts series remains From ’50s doo-wop to con526-4800 Dayton’s longest-continutemporary gospel, the Tipp concert Penny Loafers’ repertoire TIPP CITY — Triclectic ing concert tradition. 456 includes a healthy dose of will play at the Tipp Roller Belmonte Park North ◆ Thursday 7 p.m. ◆ Free for original material and fresh Mill Theater Saturday arrangements of tradimuseum members, $8 for evening. Lynn Perdzock, Bob Farley and Pat Carine non-members ◆ www.day- tional favorites. Add some Sr. formed Triclectic after tonartinstitute.org ◆ (937) impressive vocal calisthenics and you have the meeting and playing to223-5277 “Loafer style,” a unique, gether at open mics and David Poe bluegrass jams in FairDAYTON — David Poe crowd-pleasing sound that born. They combine their returns to his native Day- has frequently earned the various musical interests ton for a special concert to Penny Loafers standing
ovations at their performances. 695 Lincoln Park Blvd. ◆ July 25, 7 p.m. ◆ Free admission ◆ www.fraze.com ◆ (937) 2963300 Coming up at Riverbend CINCINNATI — Riverbend Music Center is hosting several upcoming performances by wellknown stars. Thursday is the electronic music experience of the Identity Festival featuring Eric Prydz, Nero, Excision, Madeon and many more. Nickelback will headline the arena Friday evening, with guests Bush and My Darkest Days. On Saturday, Rod Stewart and Stevie Nicks will perform. Rascal Flatts takes the stage Sunday with Little Big Town, Eli Young Band and Eden’s Edge. Heart will perform with Erick Baker Monday evening. Tuesday is the Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival featuring Slipknot, Slayer, Motorhead and more. An evening with Steve Miller Band will be presented July 25. Many more artists are on the schedule for the summer. 6295 Kellogg Ave. ◆ Various dates and prices ◆ www.riverbend.org ◆ (513) 232-5885 Celina concert CELINA — The Celina Summer Concert Series presents Sweeter than Honey Sunday evening at Lakeshore Park. At the intersection of Main Street, Lake Shore Drive and South Ash Street ◆ Sunday 6:30 p.m. ◆ Free admission ◆ www.ci.celina.oh.us Lima band LIMA — The Lima Area Concert Band will perform Saturday evening at the Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center. The show, titled “Cabaret,”
PAGE 13
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
GET UP & GO will be light band music featuring soloists and performers. 7 Town Square ◆ Saturday 7:30 p.m. ◆ www.limaciviccenter.com ◆ (419) 224-1552
Stage Ralphie May DAYTON — Veteran comedian Ralphie May will perform at the historic Victoria Theatre Tuesday evening. This show is for an 18+ audience as it contains adult content. Ralphie May’s popularity exploded after the success of the first season of NBC’s hit reality series “Last Comic Standing.” Long-time fans of May’s stand-up were joined by countless new fans when America thought he was robbed of the winner’s title. Despite the show’s outcome, May’s special brand of comedy combines the familiar elements of hip-hop and topical comedy with a dash of southern down-home flavor and quick wit, making May one of the most popular comedians in the country. 138 N. Main St. ◆ Tuesday 7:30 p.m. ◆ Tickets from $31.19 ◆ www.ticketcenterstage.com ◆ (937) 228-3630 Music, poetry show DAYTON — “The Signature: A Poetic Medley Show” is a live production that has earned a reputation across the Midwest for being edgy, thought provoking, vibrant, ground breaking, funny, engaging, sexy, racy, diverse and very spontaneous. It will be on stage at the Loft Theatre Friday night. The production features all forms of performing arts. Tony Williams is headlining the show and will present a timeless performance of singing
and spoken word. His exclusive vocal style and blend of soul, rhythm and blues and jazz has created a platform to write, produce and perform with numerous Grammy Award winning artist around the world. National performing spoken word artist I AM Tasha Jones is taking stage and will deliver a thought provoking, cutting edge, artistic flow of poetry. This production will be a melting pot of pleasant musical vibes with authentic tribute style and original live music by Fyha Stahtahs Band and more. 126 N. Main St. ◆ Friday 9 p.m. ◆ Tickets $20 ◆ www.ticketcenterstage.com ◆ (937) 228-3630 ‘Seussical’ SPRINGBORO — La Comedia Dinner Theatre presents “Seussical” now through Sept. 2. The Cat in the Hat is the master of ceremonies as the audience travels through the imagination of Dr. Seuss. “Seussical” brings the books you and your kids have grown up with to life in this sensational musical featuring bright and beautiful sets, cheerful songs and wonderful costumes. 765 W. Central Ave. ◆ Various showtimes through Sept. 2 ◆ Tickets from $53 ◆ lacomedia.com ◆ (937) 746-4554 Film series DAYTON — Victoria Theatre Association’s Cool Film Series is showing “The Great Escape” this weekend at Victoria Theatre. Come see this war drama about the escape plans of a group of POWs in World War II and enjoy the real life story as well as Steve McQueen’s motorcycle chase scenes. Free popcorn and sodas
• CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12 are available in the lobby an hour before the movie, and an authentic theatre organ concert and sing-along begins 30 minutes prior to showtime. 138 N. Main St. ◆ Friday and Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 3 p.m. ◆ Tickets $5 ◆ www.victoriatheatre.com ◆ (937) 228-3630
Eye candy Nature Art Gallery TROY — The Nature Art Gallery at Brukner Nature Center is featuring photographer Ray Mueller in an exhibit of his images of wildlife and local natural areas. The exhibit will be open to the public during Interpretive Center hours through Sept. 16. A percentage of the sales of these works will support the mission of Brukner Nature Center. 5995 Horseshoe Bend Road ◆ Thursday 8 p.m. ◆ www.raymondjmueller.co m ◆ (937) 698-6493 ‘All Over the Place’ TROY — The art exhibit “All Over the Place” is open at the TroyHayner Cultural Center through Sunday. It features fiber artist Rita Steffenson, potter Mark Nafziger and mixed media artist Mike Behr. Steffenson is an internationally recognized, award-winning quilt artist known for her nature and abstract quilts. Nafziger creates functional pottery, but it is the designs of the pieces that catch the eye. He has exhibited his work extensively throughout Ohio and has his own business at Sauder Village in Archbold. Behr’s mission is “to explore the outer limits of mixed media,” something he accomplishes by using up to 11 different medi-
ums on one piece. 301 W. Main St. ◆ Now through Sunday ◆ Free admission ◆ www.troyhayner.org ◆ (937) 339-0457 Drawings, sculptures GREENVILLE — Lynn Retson’s graphite drawings and wood sculptures by Thomas Bartel are featured in the Art at the Mill exhibit at Bear’s Mill through Sunday. Lynn Retson’s frequent drives through rural landscape intrigued and inspired her to capture the poetic beauty she sees from her car window. Many viewers are amazed to discover that these highly detailed graphite and black pastel drawings are not black and white photographs. Sculptor Thomas Bartel takes his central inspiration from his family, but trees that “rise to the heavens representing the splendor and wonder of the world” also inspire his work. He says wood is one of the most fertile materials on Earth, embodying every characteristic known to mankind. 6450 ArcanumBear’s Mill Road ◆ Open through Sunday ◆ Free admission ◆ www.bearsmill.com ◆ (937) 548-5112
Family fun Fire department fest KETTLERSVILLE — The annual Kettlersville/Van Buren Fire Department Festival will be held Saturday. This year’s event celebrates more than three decades of fundraising for the Kettlersville/Van Buren Fire Department. The festival features a variety of concessions, including chicken dinners, hamburgers, hot dogs and french fries. Free pony
rides and kids games happen all day long. A raffle offers a chance at 100 various prizes. Firehouse in Kettlersville ◆ All day Saturday ◆ Free admission Movie at Brukner TROY — Brukner Nature Center will show the movie “Green Fire” Friday evening. The film explores the life and legacy of famed conservationist Aldo Leopold, and the many ways his land ethic philosophy lives on in the work of people and organizations all over the country today. The film shares highlights from Leopold’s life and career, explaining how he shaped conservation and the modern environmental movement. The film also illustrates Leopold’s continuing influence, exploring current projects that connect people and land at the local level. 5995 Horseshoe Bend Road ◆ Friday 7 p.m. ◆ Free for members, $5 for non-members ◆ www.bruknernaturecenter.com ◆ (937) 698-6493 Hike, star gaze TROY — Brukner Nature Center hosts a forest night hike Saturday followed by a public star gaze. Many animals are most active at the twilight hours of the day. Sunrise and sunset are bustling with activity of both creatures big and small. Come join Brukner as the sun sets, and look and listen for crepuscular critters like the deer and coyote. Come dressed for a familyfriendly adventure to hike the trails on a guided discovery of nocturnal creatures, sounds of the night and wildlife signs. After the hike, join the Stillwater Stargazers as they explore the starry night sky above BNC. Members will
have their telescopes set up and will be available to answer questions. 5995 Horseshoe Bend Road ◆ Saturday, hike at 9 p.m., star gaze at 10 p.m. ◆ Free ◆ www.bruknernaturecenter.com ◆ (937) 698-6493 Family day DAYTON — Commemorate a collection of July space anniversaries, from the X-15 to Apollo to Mars, by learning about rocketry and space flight at Family Day: Newton in Space at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Saturday. The event also will feature storytime and aerospace demonstration stations. 1100 Spaatz St. ◆ Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. ◆ Free admission ◆ www.nationalmuseum.af. mil ◆ (937) 255-3286 Summer Moon Festival WAPAKONETA — The Summer Moon Festival Thursday through Sunday in Wapakoneta celebrates our heritage with quality entertainment for all ages. The Summer Moon Festival is organized by the festival committee of the Wapakoneta Chamber of Commerce with participation of the Armstrong Air & Space Museum. A special appearance will be made by shuttle astronaut Greg Johnson during Saturday’s 5K-10K Run to the Moon. Other activities include pageants, bingo, rides, food, bed races, live entertainment, cornhole, street sale, canoe float, poker run, talent show, weiner dog races and much more. Downtown Wapakoneta along the Auglaize River and at the Armstrong Air & Space Museum Daily ◆ Thursday through Sunday ◆ www.summermoonfestival.com
PAGE 14
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Opening Friday ‘The Dark Knight Rises’
K C I L F CATCH A
It has been eight years since Batman vanished into the night, turning, in that instant, from hero to fugitive. Assuming the blame for the death of Harvey Dent, the Dark Knight sacrificed everything for what he and Commissioner Gordon both hoped was the greater good. For a time the lie worked, as criminal activity in Gotham City was crushed under the weight of the anti-crime Dent Act. But everything will change with the arrival of a cunning cat burglar with a mysterious agenda. Far more dangerous, however, is the emergence of Bane, a masked terrorist whose ruthless plans for Gotham drive Bruce out of his self-imposed exile. But even if he dons the cape and cowl again, Batman may be no match for Bane. Starring: Christian Bale, Anne Hathaway, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Michael Caine, Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman Christian Bale stars in “The Dark Knight Rises.” Genre, rating: Action/adventure, PG-13
Still showing ‘Ice Age: Continental Drift’ Join Manny, Diego, Sid and Scrat this summer as they brave the high seas and battle a ragtag group of pirates determined to stop them from getting home. Starring: Voices of Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, Denis Leary Genre, rating: Animated/comedy, PG
‘The Amazing Spider-Man’
The “Ice Age” gang is up against a group of pirates in “Ice Age: Continental Drift.”
Peter Parker is an outcast high schooler who was abandoned by his parents as a boy, leaving him to be raised by his Uncle Ben and Aunt May. Like most teenagers, Peter is trying to figure out who he is and how he got to be the person he is today. Peter also is finding his way with his first high school crush, Gwen Stacy, and together, they struggle with love, commitment and secrets. As Peter discovers a mysterious briefcase that belonged to his father, he begins a quest to understand his parents’ disappearance, leading him directly to Oscorp and the lab of Dr. Curt Connors, his father’s former partner. As Spider-Man is set on a collision course with Connors’ alter-ego, the Lizard, Peter will make life-altering choices to use his powers and shape his destiny to become a hero. Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Rhys Ifans, Sally Field, Martin Sheen, Denis Leary Genre, rating: Action/sci-fi, PG-13
‘Katy Perry: Part Of Me’ A 3D motion picture event movie, “Katy Perry: Part of Me” is a backstage pass, front-row seat and intimate look at the fun, glamorous, heartbreaking, inspiring, crazy, magical, passionate and honest mad diary of Katy. Starring: Katy Perry Genre, rating: Documentary/performing arts, PG
‘Savages’
Laguna Beach entrepreneurs Ben, a peaceful and charitable Buddhist, and his closest friend Chon, a former Navy SEAL and ex-mercenary, run a lucrative, homegrown industry — raising some of the best marijuana ever developed. They also share a one-of-a-kind love with the extraordinary beauty Ophelia. Life is idyllic in their Southern California town until the Mexican Baja Cartel decides to move in and demands that the trio partners with them. And so begins a series of increasingly vicious ploys and maneuvers in a high stakes, savage battle of wills. Starring: Aaron Johnson, Taylor Kitsch, Salma Hayek, Benicio Del Toro, Blake Lively, Uma Thurman, John Travolta Genre, rating: Thriller/adaptation, R
Now on DVD • “Friends With Kids” • “Salmon Fishing in Yemen” • “Lockout” • “Get the Gringo” • “The Three Stooges” • “Casa de Mi Padre” • “Intruders” • “Extraterrestrial” • “Alphas: Season One” • “Eureka: Season 5 – The Final Season” • “Leverage: The 4th Season” • “Dan Vs.: The Complete First Season” • “Johnny Carson: King of Late Night” • “Singin’ in the Rain” (Blu-ray) • “High Noon” (Blu-ray) • “Invasion of the Body Snatcher” (Blu-ray) • “Mean Streets” (Bluray) • “Down By Law” (Bluray)
PAGE 15
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Home and Away with Dana Wolfe I’m not sure how or when it happened, but I have fallen in love with a tree. Yes, not just any tree, but my 3-year-old Bradford Pear Tree that stands so beautifully outside my living room window. I’m not sure when it happened, but it has a presence that is hard to ignore. The tree is at its showiest in the spring with all its white beautiful blooms, but recently it has had the fight of its life, beginning with the recent storms that we have had. Last year, we almost lost him to severe weather, so we tied him to a wood brace, which broke to 40 mph winds. Last weekend, we knew the
Contact iN75 iN75 is an entertainment guide and marketing publication of Ohio Community Media, which includes the Piqua Daily Call, Sidney Daily News and Troy Daily News
storms were coming, so Mark and I went out and tied him down at two different places, gently as not to hurt his young bark. The winds whipped through and he fought a good fight and won! After it was over and this new rope broke as well, he stood up straight as if to say, “What? What now?” This tree has been great comfort to me when I have had some down times. I sit in the morning drinking my coffee and watching the yellow finches use him as a staging area before they proceed to the bird feeders. It’s just a peaceful time of day with him providing a little more shade each year. The cat goes out and gives him a good back scratch from time to time, just enough to make him stand a little straighter. This beautiful tree is my connection from my window to everything outside, a piece of nature. Recently, due to the hot humid weather, we have been giving him a little more water than the rest.
Pear Honey 3 pounds fresh pears, peeled, Readers, cored and finely Log onto Facebook and “like” iN75 Weekly Enterchopped tainment Source to get my Recipe to Try this Week5 1/2 cups end. Each Friday, a new recipe will be posted on sugar Facebook. This recipe will not be printed in my col1 8-ounce can umn so be sure to check your newsfeed on Facecrushed pineapbook each Friday! ple in juice Happy cooking, 1 tablespoon Dana Wolfe lemon juice In a 6-quart 3 large firm pears, cored Salad stainless steel and thinly sliced 2 tart apples kettle combine all His Measure mayonnaise, 1 pear ingredients. Bring to boilonce yogurt and rice wine vine1 seedless cucumber, slightly light brown leaves ing, stirring occasionally. gar into a non-reactive chopped Simmer 40 minutes. have again turned bright bowl. Add sugar and salt 1 small sweet onion Spoon into sterile jars, green. I think this is the to taste and whisk smooth. Combine all the above leaving a 1/2-inch head least I can do for all the ingredients for a delicious Combine cabbage, onion, shade he will provide, and space. Wipe jar rims and carrots and raisins and summer salad. adjust lids. Process in boilall the storms he will toss together. Pour dressing water for 10 minutes. weather (knock on wood) Pear and Cabbage Slaw ing over cabbage and mix to the next family that will Makes seven half-pints. to coat evenly before 1/4 cup low-fat mayonlive here. adding julienned pears naise So, for right now I will Apple Pear Cucumber and gently tossing to dis1/4 cup low-fat plain yoopen the blinds in the Salad tribute throughout. Serve gurt mornings and enjoy his Dressing 3 tablespoons rice wine immediately. stunning presence. In fact, 2 tablespoons whole vinegar Happy cooking! I’m going to hang a small grain mustard 2 teaspoons sugar Contact me at chime on one of the 2 tablespoons fresh dill, 2 teaspoons salt dwolfe@tdnpublishing.com. branches not for my enter- chopped 4 cups finely shredded tainment, but his! 2 tablespoons apple red or green cabbage, or a cider vinegar combination Breakfast Pear Smoothie 1/2 teaspoon brown 1/2 red onion, thinly 1 ripe pear, cored and sugar sliced chopped 4 tablespoons extra vir2 cups shredded carrots 1 large orange, peeled gin olive oil 3/4 cup raisins 1/2 cup vanilla soy milk 1 cup ice 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Place all ingredients in Wednesday, July 25 thru blender and blend until thick. Saturday, July 28 • 11am-5 pm
Need a recipe for the weekend?
Christmas in July
Get that
Selected Byers Choice and Pipka's discounted 20%-25%. Other decorative and Christmas items also marked down!
Spaghetti Only Swai Fish $5.00! W/ Choice Of Chicken & Dumplins Two Sides Single Pork Chop Grilled Chicken Breast We Have 2 Piece Chicken (leg & thigh) Ice Cold Beer!
Support your locally owned businesses
2299825
For advertising, call Becky Smith at (937) 498-5980 or Leiann Stewart at (947) 440-5252
Tues.- Thurs. From 4-9pm Only
Dave’sPlace
1106 Fisk St., Piqua 773-3373 Tuesday -Thursday 11am-9pm Friday 11am-10pm Saturday 4pm-10pm
beach-ready
Hope to see you! Billie & Marlene
Plain N’ Simple 8015 East State Route 41 Troy, (Located in Alcony) (937)339-6321 Hours: Wed-Sat 11am-5pm Sun 1-5pm
2300311
Contact iN75 editor Lindy Jurack at in75@ohcommedia.com or (937) 440-5255
Come in, relax and enjoy our daily specials!
look
with a
Pedicure/Manicure
410 W. Russell Rd., Sidney
492-7666
2295023
The tree
Hours: M-Th 9-9; Fri. 9-6; Sat. 8-2
PAGE 16
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Dayton Art Institute launches superhero exhibit DAYTON, OHIO — It’s going to be a summer of epic proportions at the Dayton Art Institute when the museum “unmasks” the special exhibition “You Are My Superhero” Sunday. The exhibit will remain on display through Sept. 23. Organized by the Dayton Art Institute and curated by the museum’s associate director, Jane A. Black, “You Are My Superhero” explores the iconography of superheroes, and how contemporary artists use that imagery in their own bodies of work. Beginning with images that reflect the golden age of comics, the exhibition includes popular figures dating from the 1940s,
PROVIDED PHOTO
This piece from the collection of Dr. Lawrence and Holley Thompson is part of the new exhibit. showing how they have changed over the years. “You Are My Superhero” is presented with support from Patron Sponsor Premier Health Partners and Supporting Sponsor Tridec Technologies LLC. “You Are My Super-
hero” includes animation art and memorabilia from the collection of Dr. Lawrence and Holley Thompson, original panels from the 1960s from Maverick’s Cards and Comics in Kettering, and classic comic books from the Fairborn shop Bookery Fantasy. These, along with additional loans and one iconic piece from the Dayton Art Institute’s own collection, will delineate superhero variations (both well known and obscure), superhero sidekicks, and superhero hallmarks and behaviors. In addition, limited-edition prints, newer original panels and sketches, and toys and games will tell familiar stories and remind us of the iconic im-
ages that have bled into advertising and reflected current events. The exhibition also features two artists who have incorporated superhero iconography into their work. Michiganbased artist Mark Newport knits superhero costumes and embroiders the covers of comic books. There is a tribute to one of Dayton’s own superheroes, Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Mike Peters. For more about “You Are My Superhero,” visit www.daytonartinstitute.or g/superhero or call the museum at (937) 223-5277. A number of related programs, workshops and special events are planned as part of the superhero summer at the
Dayton Art Institute. These include costume and comic workshops, artist lectures, family programs and a superhero costume ball on Aug. 17. For a complete list of related programs, visit www.daytonartinstitute.o rg/superhero/programs. Visitors are encouraged to bring their cameras and strike their best superhero poses at the museum. “You Are My Superhero” will continue the popular “Picture Yourself on the Cover” interactive feature introduced with the recent Norman Rockwell exhibition. Visitors will be able to pose for photos in front of an original comic book cover backdrop by local artist Randy Palmer. DAI staff
Troy Animal Hospital & Bird Clinic 2296398
1/2 OFF
THE PRICE OF AN EXOTIC PET EXAM
Call Today for an appointment for your Exotic Pet with Dr. Julie Peterson! www.troyanimalhospital.com
34 S.Weston Rd.,Troy • 937-335-8387
will take photos on select days and post them to the museum’s website, Facebook page and Flickr page. Admission to “You Are My Superhero” is $12 for adults, $9 for seniors 60+, students 18+ with an ID, active military and groups of 10 or more, and $6 for youth 7-17. Admission is free for museum members and children 6 and younger. Anyone wearing a superhero costume to the museum will receive $2 off admission prices. Prices include admission to “You Are My Superhero” and the museum’s permanent collection. A $1 historic preservation fee is added to all ticket sale transactions.