🌱 Patch AM: When Dayton Art Institute turns into the city’s biggest Oktoberfest party

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In today's newsletter:

• When Dayton Art Institute turns into the city's biggest Oktoberfest party
• How to spot Beavercreek Township's fake invoices before you pay
• Why a Springfield man's ICE lawsuit is now before a Dayton judge

Also on today's calendar: Apple Celebration and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the chicken go to the gym? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Friday: A thunderstorm in the area, with a high of 96 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Saturday: Not as hot with a t-storm, temps: high: 86, low: 62.
• Sunday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 81 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Cincinnati & Dayton Oktoberfest Guide 2026 (ohparent.com) — Dayton families can mark their calendars for the Dayton Art Institute's big Oktoberfest fundraiser September 25–27, with music, kids' activities, and plenty of German food and beer. The guide also highlights other Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky festivals if you're up for a short drive, but notes Dayton's event is the region's longest-running celebration.
   

2. Beavercreek Twp. issues fraud alert on fake invoices (wdtn.com) — Beavercreek Township, just outside Dayton, is warning residents and contractors about fake invoices and payment requests that mimic official township documents and emails. Officials stress that real emails end in "@beavercreektwpohio.gov" and that the township will never ask for wire transfers, urging anyone unsure to call or visit the office before paying.
   

3. ACLU of Ohio files lawsuit against ICE agents on behalf of Springfield man (ideastream.org) — A Springfield resident is suing seven ICE agents, claiming they tried to intimidate him for peacefully recording their activities, and the case is being heard in federal court in Dayton. Backed by the ACLU of Ohio, he's seeking a restraining order and identification of the agents, arguing their alleged conduct chills the public's right to monitor law enforcement in local neighborhoods.
   

4. Local Rep. to introduce Ohio Freedom From Mass Surveillance Act soon (wdtn.com) — A proposed Ohio bill announced from Dayton would sharply restrict government use of Flock license-plate cameras and other mass-surveillance tools, requiring warrants and banning data sales. Supporters say it balances crime-fighting with constitutional protections, and local residents could see changes in how police and agencies access vehicle-tracking data if it passes.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Dayton

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Friday September 4
• Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
  Parkwood Elementary Dayton, OH 45432
  6:00 pm
• Stebbins Football vs. Sidney (Peewee Night)
  Mad River Local SHS
  7:00 pm
Saturday September 5
• Apple Celebration →
  Hidden Valley Orchards, 48 Bypass, Lebanon, OH 45036
  9:00 am
Monday September 7
• Labor Day - No School
  Mad River Local District
• Labor Day/District Closed
  Dayton City Dayton, OH 45402
  12:00 pm
Tuesday September 8
• First Day of School Grades 1-12
  Mad River Local District
• First Day of School Kindergarten A-L
  Mad River Local District
Wednesday September 9
• First Day of School Kindergarten M-Z
  Mad River Local District
Friday September 11
• Mitchapalooza! →
  The Brightside Music & Event Venue, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton
  8:00 pm
Thursday September 17
• Electronic Music: Isicle + Extraordinary Twins + Halicon →
  The Brightside Music & Event Venue, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton
  7:30 pm
Saturday September 19
• Sunflower Days →
  Hidden Valley Orchards, 5474 OH-48, Lebanon
  10:00 am
Thursday September 24
• Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness →
  Von Maur, 100 Magnolia Ln, Beavercreek
  10:00 am

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: He was working on his pecks (pecs). (Thank you W F C. for sending it in!)
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