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Boys and girls of summer, we must bid adieu.
Summer was a really good season in downtown Dayton and surrounding neighborhoods.
Here are some highlights:
SPANKING NEW LIBRARY
The Dayton Metro Library
Where: 215 E. Third St., Dayton
When did it open: The state-of-the-art, $64 million dollar main branch officially opened Aug. 5.
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GAME ON
CANAL STREET ARCADE AND DELI
Where: 308 E. First St., Dayton (the former home of the much-beloved music venue Canal Street Tavern)
When did it open: The restaurant, bar and game room opened Wednesday, June 28.
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DK EFFECT
Where: 1600 E. Third St., Dayton
When did it open: the game room and taphouse opened June 10.
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MORE GRUB
Credit: Photo: Amelia Robinson
Credit: Photo: Amelia Robinson
Mudlick Tap House
Where: 135 E. Second St., Dayton
When did it open: The long-awaited restaurant started slinging brews July 22 in the former site of Club Aquarius.
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416 Diner
Where: 416 E. Fifth St., Dayton
When did open: The breakfast, lunch and late-night eatery started welcoming customers July 7.
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Lock 27
Where: 329 E. Fifth St., Dayton
When did it open: Located in the Delco Lofts building adjacent to Fifth Third Field, the tavern opened Sept. 5.
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PUBS ON WHEELS
The two bike pub companies operating in downtown Dayton launched in March, but really kicked it in gear this summer.
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Dayton QuadracycAle: Website| Facebook
Pedal Wagon: Website| Facebook
NEW PLACE FOR MUSIC
Levitt Pavilion
Where: Dave Hall Plaza, 36 S. Main St., Dayton
When did the concert happen: The Levitt Pavilion will not officially open until next year, but had its first concert Aug. 17 with a performance by The Suffers.
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