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Hello Dayton! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: LaunchPad for entrepreneurs, a 120-year woodworking legacy by H. Gerstner & Sons, and an International Women’s Day celebration + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.

📰 In the news

Community voices meet innovation: LaunchPad happens tomorrow, March 5, bringing Dayton area entrepreneurs together for a day of learning, discussions, and networking. Expect practical sessions, new connections, and energy for your next big idea — read the full story.

Heirloom woodworking lives on: Dayton’s H. Gerstner & Sons celebrated 120 years of American craftsmanship and will mark the milestone with a 2026 anniversary medallion on select USA-made pieces built in its hometown shop — read the full story.

City spirit on screen: REAL Shows Network recently added Gem City Shining, a Dayton series hosted by real estate leader Todd Pultz, spotlighting neighborhoods, local businesses, and community stories that celebrate the Miami Valley — get all the details.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Learn watercolor basics over two days
• Dine at Beavercreek Pizza Dive to donate
• Crush winter blues with indoor paddleboard concerts
• This top-tier home warranty is 50% off right now

🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+

Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance

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From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.

As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.

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Small plates, big mood: Whether you’re craving manchego cheese puffs, empanadillas, or gambas al ajillo, El Meson keeps the tapas game strong with Latin-spun bites and a lively, neighborly vibe. Perfect for a midweek reset or weekend treat, with paella to share, sips and chat… you might even linger for one more plate.

Chase more chains: If your bag’s feeling a little 200-gram-of-mystery, Hazy Shade Disc Golf & More stocks discs, bags, and baskets, plus a crew who actually plays. They’re the local events hub this season, so your flight plan gets smarter, your lineup gets fresher, and your game gets louder.

Indie fix, downtown: When your queue feels stale, THE NEON refreshes Dayton’s film scene with sharp programming, festivals, and a friendly crowd that turns strangers into post-credits chat buddies. Offbeat picks, warm concessions, and that indie glow create easy nights out where conversation rolls long after the lights come up.

Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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🐰 Sea Glass Bunny Workshop @ Artisans at Harrington House | Thursday (3/5) at 6:00 PM – Whether you can tell beach glass from a beer bottle or not, you’ll leave with a charming sea glass bunny, no experience or supplies required. Two hours of low-stress creativity, coastal colors, and actual conversation. Finally, a rabbit that won’t chew the cords.

🥎 Springboro Softball Spring Camp 26 @ Springboro Jr High | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – If your kid’s bat has been gathering dust, the Panther softball camp gets them game-ready with high-energy drills, fundamentals, and feedback from coaches and players. For younger through pre-high school athletes, bring bat, glove, helmet, and tennis shoes, not cleats. Fewer screens, more line drives.

🏠 Dayton Home + Design Show @ Top Of The Market | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Renovating, redecorating, or just tired of staring at that beige carpet? The Dayton Home + Design Show at Top of the Market delivers real advice from pros, new products, deals, raffles, and kid distractions, free with RSVP. Bring ideas, leave with a plan.

♀ International Women’s Day 2026 @ Dayton Metro Library | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to celebrate the women who keep Dayton humming, here it is. Welcome Dayton and Dayton Metro Library are hosting a free, community-wide International Women’s Day celebration, with conversation, connection, and the kind of warmth you actually remember.

📖 Ms Rachel Storytime @ Barnes & Noble | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Need a wholesome timeout for the tiny tornadoes? Head to storytime where someone else reads “Happy Birthday, Wonderful You!” by Ms Rachel, and you get five glorious sips of coffee while the kids dive into crafts, giggles, and controlled chaos.

🐾 Adoption Event @ Pet Supplies Plus | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Nothing beats meeting your new co-pilot in the pet aisle. Pet Supplies Plus Beavercreek hosts an adoption pop-up with adorable adoptables, first come, first served, and you can speed things up by applying at hsdayton.org/adopt or on-site.

🍀 Celtic Movements 2026 @ Main Elementary School | Saturday (3/7) at 6:30 PM – If your toes tap at the word reel, catch Celtic Academy’s Irish dance celebration, now at Beavercreek Main Elementary. Think Riverdance without the airfare, no green beer required. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for kids ages 6 to 12, little ones free.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account
• Treat yourself: Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

📻 Dayton report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 60°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 85%

Rain before 4pm, then rain likely and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 60. East wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Rain and a chance of thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 54. South wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 68°F – Low: 57°F – Precip: 93%

Rain and a chance of thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 68. Southwest wind 6 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible. Later: Rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

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