June 5, 2007 - Volume 16, No. 23
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Antique Show at Patterson Homestead

One of Dayton’s only remaining antique shows will take place this Saturday, June 9 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Patterson Homestead Historic House Museum, 1815 Brown St., across from the Pine Club.

It’s a chance to purchase a part of history as many of the dealers in this show have higher-end items and artifacts dating from the 18th and 19th century. The “Patterson Homestead Antique Market” will feature antiques, collectibles, furniture, folk art, oriental rugs, porcelain and more. This is an outdoor show that will be set up on the lawn of Patterson Homestead, and will be cancelled in the event of rain.

For more information call show manager, Dorothy Cummings, 293-5150. Proceeds benefit the Patterson Homestead.

At the Wright Library__________________________________________

Wright Library launches Summer Reading Club for kids

Super sleuths and daring detectives, preschool through grade five, are invited to join Get a Clue @ Your Library at Wright Library this summer. The 2007 Summer Reading Club will feature performers, prize
drawings, storytimes, school-age programs, and more.  Registration for the Summer Reading Club begins on June 9 with refreshments in the Children’s Room and continues through August 4.

Blanket Concert at Wright Library June 11
Dr. HowanWhy’s Science and Invention Quest

On Monday, June 11, John Z. Gardiner will perform as Dr. HowanWhy for the first Blanket Concert of the summer.  Nationally known and respected solo theater artist John Z. Gardiner delights and enthralls audiences of all ages with his one-man shows.  This high energy, high impact, audience-involving and interactive program features moments of discovery and creative solutions by scientists and inventors.  There is much audience participation in this lively, educational, artistic and fun program by Dr. Howanwhy.

The concert is from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the Library’s north lawn.  Bring blankets or lawn chairs and a picnic if you like.  In case of rain, the program will be held in the Library Meeting Room. The programs are free and open to the public.

Wright Memorial Public Library is located at 1776 Far Hills Avenue in Oakwood.  

Visit their website at www.wrightlibrary.org.

@ the OCC__________________________________________________

Tennis Lessons at Shafor Courts

Taught by the excellent staff of the Kettering Tennis Center & Quail Run.  The pro staff of KTC/Quail Run is known for consistently producing some of the areas finest champions, while teaching hundreds of youth and adults the joy of developing a lifelong sport.  Their pros have created a complete and comprehensive program to enable all students to reach their maximum potential.  Adults lessons begin May 30th, and youth lesson begin June 18th.

Intermediate Riding

(Ages 10-14) June 11-15, 2007, 12:30-1:30 p.m . This class will introduce the knowledge and skills for children to begin safely navigating on the street.  Children must be able to ride alone on the street. Topics covered:  Adjusting bike to fit size, Safe street riding, Bicycle inspections and minor bicycle repair, Safety equipment, Legal issues, Choosing a bike, Bicycle history, Sidewalk safety, crossing streets, Mounting and braking skills .

Pee-Wee Cheerleading (grades 1-3)                

GOOOO BIG BLUE!!!  Do you want to learn how to be a cheerleader?  Learn how to cheer dance, work on jumps, technique, flexibility, and rhythm.  During the week, the campers will combine moves learned in camp in a short dance routine set to fun music, which will be performed for parents and friends at an open house on Friday at 12:15 p.m.   June 11-15, 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.

Intermediate Tumbling (grades 1-3)

This class will move from beginning levels into more advanced skills.  Round-offs, front and back walkovers, and front and back handsprings are added to the list of skills to be mastered.  There will be more emphasis on learning and improving flexibility, control and tumbling. During the week, campers will combine moves learned in camp in a dance routine set to music, which will be performed for parents and friends at an open house on Friday at 12:15 p.m.; June 11-15, 1 p.m.– 2:30 p.m.      

Summer Camps at the OCC

June 11, Boonshoft Exhibits to Go, Dinosaurs & Fossils
June 12, T-shirt Painting
June 13, Boonshoft Exhibits to Go, The Good the Bad and the Bugly
June 14, Boonshoft Exhibits to Go, Slimey Science
Kiddie Kamp (ages 3-5)
Summer in Shafor (ages 6-9)
Camp Hodge Podge (ages 8-12)
Tiny Tap (ages 3-5) with Colette Miller, June 18-22.
Tap Camp (ages 6-8) with Colette Miller, June 18-22.
Youth Tennis Lessons with the staff of KTC/Quail Run, starting June 18th.
Ballet with Miss Camille (ages 4-6, grade 1-3, and grades 4-7).
Jazz Dance Camp (K-3, 4-6, & Jr High/High School) with Trisha Burke-Williams, June 25-29.
Mythic Shorts “New” (grades 6-10) with Jean Howart Berry, June 25-July 27.
Youth Summer Theatre Camp with Teresa Connair (ages 8-13) June 25-29 & July 9-20.
Camp Daylight (ages 6-9) “New All Day Camp” July 9-13.
OCC Soccer Camp “New” (ages 10-14) with Doug Lehman, July 16-20.
Ballet with Miss Camille (ages 4-6, grade 1-3, and grades 4-7).
Pee Wee Cheerleading (grades 1-3) with Colette Miller, July 30-August 3.
Intermediate Tumbling (grades 1-3) with Colette Miller, July 30-August 3.
Cheerleading Camp (grade 4-6) with Colette Miller, July 23-27.
Intermediate Tumbling (grade 4-6) with Colette Miller, July 23-27.
Tennis Camp Deuce with Hollinger Tennis Club, (ages 4-6 July 9-13, age 7-11 July 16-20,
ages 12-14 July 23-27).
Rallyball with KTC/Quail Run & Hollinger Tennis Club, (ages 5-7, 8-10, & 13-17), August 13-17.
Art Camp (ages 8-12) with Jane Brennan, August 13-17.
Sports Camp (ages 7-10) August 13-17

The Oakwood Community Center is currently taking registrations.  For more information about these camps or any of the above programs please stop by the Oakwood Community Center, 105 Patterson Rd., or call 298-0775.


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