Welcome to the

10th

Annual Patriot Freedom Festival!

4 Freedom Equestrian Team

As We Crash

Charles Kennedy-Gospel Guitar

Courtney Wise-Singer/Guitarist

Dayton ASALH/DLAMC-DEA

Essay Contest w/Abe Lincoln

Eric Loy

Far From Eden

Funny Bone

Kettering Civic Band

Margaret & the Magnets

New Mountain Heritage

NoT ThaT BaD

Roja

Still Standing

Stirred Not Shaken

Stivers Jazz Quintet

Stonecreek

Switch 2

The Marshalls

The Vibe

Unified Christian Men's Chorus

Wartime Uniforms and Fashions

*(Schedule is subject to change)

4 Freedom Equestrian Team SUPPORTING OUR TROOPS *** HONORING OUR VETERANS

The 4 Freedom Equestrian Team will perform Saturday, May 24 at 12:00 PM & 4:30 PM

and again on Sunday, May 25 at 3:00 PM. 4 Freedom Equestrian Team presents their theatrical

performance that pays tribute to the P. O. W.

Video: 4 Freedom Equestrian Team presents The Fight For Freedom:Salute to the Armed Forces

This emotional performance is a MUST SEE! Something you will never forget!

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AS WE CRASH

A rock band from Lewisburg/Verona area: https://soundcloud.com/as-we-crash

www.youtube.com/aswecrashofficial

Four teens looking to make it big - whatever it takes;

hard work, and making/covering music for everyone to

enjoy and love.

As We Crash was recently named, “A Red Street

Romance.”

We love all of our fans and would love to get to know

you. If you have something to say don't be afraid to message us or post on our wall. Peace!

Visit their Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/CrashWithUs

Come see this very talented group:

Saturday, May 24 at 2:30 PM

on the Band Stand!

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Charles Kennedy – Gospel Guitar

Charles began singing at the age of nine, starting in the

First Baptist Missionary Church in Oxford Ohio. As a

teen, he joined the young adult choir and has been singing

ever since! During his training as a young deacon, part of

his duties was leading the prelude to worship. As an adult,

Charles and his brothers formed an a cappella group.

Charles enjoys playing before audiences large and small

and is pleased to sing and play for you.

Charles moved to Dayton from Oxford in 1990 to attend

Wright State University from which he graduated in 1997.

Although he was not able to serve in the military, Charles

comes from a military family. His older brother served in

Vietnam and younger brothers were in Desert Storm.

Charles himself worked many years at, and retired from

Wright-Patterson AFB.

Charles is honored to play for you on Sunday, May 25 -

Main Stage at 12:00 PM. Charles will then go to the

historic Protestant Chapel to lead the singing during the

Gold Star Wives Memorial Service at 1:00 PM.

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Courtney Wise

Courtney Wise began singing at the early age of three and

playing guitar by the time she was nine.

Her musical influences included a wide variety of grunge,

rock, and blues. Formerly known as the front-woman of

White Chili, she started playing solo and new styles of

music in 2011.

Courtney played at the 2012 Patriot Freedom Festival and

has returned for our 10th Anniversary!

Music is a huge part of Courtney’s life and she looks

forward to making music her career and lifestyle in the

future.

Enjoy listening to Courtney at the:

Band Stand –

Sunday, May 25 at 11:00 AM!

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Dayton ASALH 30th

Annual Essay Contest Award Presentation

Youth in the Civil Rights Struggle ASALH: Association for the Study of African American Life and History

Paul Laurence Dunbar BRANCH, Dayton, OH

This is the 30th year of the Dayton association’s

ANNUAL ESSAY CONTEST. Students have a

unique opportunity to improve their writing skills, increase their knowledge of recent history

and compete for a monetary award. The contest

was open to all undergraduate and graduate college students.

This year’s theme is “Youth in the Civil Rights Struggle.” As much as some of us had not

imagined during the 1960s and the 1970s, we

now know that our youth, our own children, must be encouraged to follow their predecessors’

footsteps, demonstrated by critical thought and

social justice action. We must know our past to effectively chart our future. The deadline for receipt of entries was Friday, April 4.

The winning students will read their essays and be presented with American Veterans Heritage Center’s cash

awards and Certificates, presented by Abraham Lincoln (James Crabtree). Congratulations to all winners!

Be sure to attend this special awards ceremony: Band Stand - Sunday, May 25 at 3:00 PM. HOME

Eric Loy Guitarist / Composer / Teacher

Since the initial impetus to take up the guitar, which was

witnessing The Beatles’ performance on The Ed Sullivan Show in Feb 1964, Eric Loy has continued to explore and

coerce music of diverse parameters from rock to jazz to

classical to new age. The culmination has distilled into an eclectic blend which Loy delivers with humor and panache

on solo finger-style guitar and on his custom-built 24 string

Harp-Guitar.

On the stage, Eric Loy has opened shows for such guitar

legends as Leo Kottke, Preston Reed, Adrian Legg, Jorma Kaukonen and others.

In the teaching field, Mr. Loy has been a full-time guitar pedagogue (teacher) for the last three decades.

Several CD albums of original compositions, both solo and with Hipperoos (jazz-rock fusion power trio), have

been recorded and all are available from http://www.ericloy.com website and at live performances.

Watch this AMAZING performer at the Main Stage on Saturday, May 24 at 3:30 PM HOME

Far From Eden formed as an

acoustic duo in 2004 with Nathan

Goff on guitar and Kimberly Weiss

on lead vocals. The duet became a trio

with the addition of Pat Lake in 2005

on djembe.

Based on the socially-aware poetry of Goff and the soulful, melodic vocals

of Weiss, this early body of work was

recorded on the 2006 demo, Fresh from the Garden, to wide support, but

the trio was forced to take a hiatus in

2007 due to other musical projects.

In 2012, the founding members,

Nathan and Kimberly, decided that it

was time to start the project again.

With the recent addition in 2013 of Carissa Hays on djembe, the sound has grown to include Hays' counter-point rhythms, and the addition of

Donnie Rose on second guitar has added a great lead voice as well as rhythm support to the project. The quartet

has been busy learning new material, developing media for sharing with fans, building their live rapport, and booking shows.

Look for Far From Eden during the Patriot Freedom Festival -

Saturday, May 24 at the Band Stand at 3:30 PM! HOME

The Dayton Funny Bone Presents: The Patriot Freedom Festival Comedy Show

Saturday, May 24, 1:00 PM at the Band Stand

Jeffrey Jenna

Jeffrey Jena is one of the top corporate and cruise comics

working today. His thirty

three years of live performance experience and

over forty national television

shows, both as an actor and comic give him the ability to

work for any audience. His

experience as both a writer and a performer give him the

experience to know exactly

how to present your event with a hilarious evening of

comedy. His recent

television appearances include Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen and the Bob and Tom Show on WGN cable. His newest CD "I'm Only Saying This Once" is available on major music download sites.

In his years as a stand-up comic Jeffrey Jena has appeared on over forty national television show, including

Comics Unleashed, The Bob and Tom Show, The Dennis Miller Show, HBO, MTV, Evening at the Improv, NBC Friday Night and The Showtime Comedy Club Network.

As an actor he has been seen on Murder She Wrote, Hunter, appeared in shows with Jenny McCarthy and Weird Al Yankovic and in several films including "Raising the Dead" with Allison Eastwood. Jeff has played

over 1000 venues including clubs, Las Vegas, and cruise ships. He has opened for acts as varied as Barry

Manilow, Jeffrey Osborne, The Temptations, Delbert McClintock, and Englebert Humperdinck. Jeff has also written jokes for a wide variety of comedians including Ron White and Marty Allen. Jeff is also a frequent

guest on the Bob and Tom Show, a nationally syndicated radio show and the Mark Germain Talk Show in Los

Angeles. In addition he had appeared at hundreds of corporate functions and golf outings.

Jeff is married and has one son and makes his home in a small town in Ohio.

Co-Headliner: Jesse Nutt

One of the staff favorites and one of the best local comics you will hear. Papa Nutt (as we like to call him) will entertain you with a little bit of everything. From making fun of his own name, to describing how teenage

daughters will drive you insane, Jesse is a must see!

Emcee: Dwight McCormick

Dwight McCormick is a full-time pastor and a part-time comic. He may be a preacher, but his struggles with also being human will make you laugh and probably shake your head. He loves to make people laugh almost as

much as he likes telling people they are loved. His clean comedy makes light of the absurdities of serving in the

church and of the challenges of being a dad and husband. He has entertained audiences in bars, churches, conference rooms and comedy clubs across the country and is sure to entertain you.

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Kettering Civic Band The Kettering Civic Band

originated in 1959 as a 12-

member ensemble at the

Fairmont Presbyterian Church

in Kettering, Ohio under the

direction of Paul Shartle. In

1960, it became part of the

Kettering Adult School and is

now sponsored by the City of

Kettering as part of its Park,

Recreation and Parks

Department.

The band consists of about 70 amateur volunteer musicians representing a wide range of professions and

vocations, all sharing in the enjoyment of making music.

The band is under the direction of David Keener, who has taught in the public schools for 37 years and recently

retired from teaching conducting and methods classes from Wright State University. He is also a graduate of the

Cincinnati Conservatory of Music.

We are thrilled to have the Kettering Civic Band join us for our 10th Anniversary Patriot Freedom Festival!

See them - Sunday, May 25 on the Main Stage at 4:30 PM.

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Margaret & the Magnets

Margaret and the Magnets is a versatile blues/rock band from West-central Ohio. The dynamics of this group is an

interesting mix of father and daughter along with a two very

experienced musicians. The group was formed when two partial groups attended an open music jam. Realizing that

only having a partial group would not get them on stage,

members of two separate groups formed as one for the evening and from that point forward, Margaret and the

Magnets has become a band. Margaret and the Magnets

currently consist of Margaret Ann Myers- singer, having performed the past three years with the groups "As We

Crash" and "Last Minute" - bass and vocals. Brian Gantt-

guitar, Brian has done some studio work for guitar pedal manufacturers for demos, also played with C.G.MOB back in

the '90s. Jon Myers- bass guitar, played bass for Crooked

Finger from 2001-2013, Hogg Wild from 1995-1999. Seth Oda- drums, plays drums for AS We Crash 2011-2014 and

plays bass guitar for Shotgun Surprise 2013-2014.

With an emphasis on a bluesier vibe, Margaret and the

Magnets has been a pleasant new arrival to the local music scene.

Be sure to see this group - Sunday, May 25 on the Main Stage at 2:00 PM! HOME

New Mountain Heritage

Doyle Wright.........Guitar / Vocals

Damon Hixon…….Banjo and vocals

Greg Beasley……...Guitar/ fiddle/ vocals Emily Beasley……...Mandolin and vocals

Johnny Walker…………Dobro/ guitar/vocals

New Mountain Heritage was formed recently with

a group of veteran musicians. Each member has an

extensive personal musical background in bluegrass music.

This variety of talent has formed a strong foundation for the music that they play today. With

close tight-nit harmonies and a vast diversity of

material from Flatt and Scruggs to the Country Gentlemen, and old time dance fiddle tunes, New

Mountain Heritage is bound to excite and please

audiences where ever they perform and keep them wanting more.

See New Mountain Heritage at the Patriot Freedom Festival Main Stage, Sunday at 12:30 PM HOME

NoT ThaT BaD is a five piece band from the Dayton, Ohio area specializing in playing songs from your

favorite Classic Rock and Country artists such as CCR, Lynard Skynard, Elvis Presley, BTO, Eric Clapton,

SRV, ZZ Top, John Cougar Mellencamp, Tom Petty, The Rolling Stones and many others.....If you like to have

fun and sing along, we want to play for you! Video: NoT ThaT BaD Band- "Tush"

Be sure to see NoT ThaT BaD - Main Stage - Saturday, May 24 at 12:30 PM HOME

Roja is a cutting-edge, multi-award-winning Middle Eastern dance troupe from Dayton, OH.

Although their primary style is American cabaret/Vintage Oriental belly dance, they also specialize in prop-work (sword, fanveils, Isis wings, zills, etc) and other styles like folkloric, Dunyavi Gypsy, and theatrical

fusion.

The Troupe Roja dancers are known for their fun, innovative choreography. They regularly entertain audiences

at events all over the Miami Valley and beyond.

See Roja at the Patriot Freedom Festival - Main Stage - Saturday, May 24 at 2:00 PM!

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Still Standing is a Southern rock cover band

but also is diverse enough in musical interest and

talent to explore classic rock, folk, country and

modern rock. Founded by Ron Fair and Ken

Aikman in 2011, the group specializes in playing

family oriented events to include military and

veteran functions. Hailing from West-central Ohio,

the group includes a diverse lineup of musicians

and backgrounds.

Most of the members have at least 20 years of

experience. The current members of Still Standing

are Ron Fair-lead guitarist and vocals, Mike Dickerson-lead/rhythm guitar, Andrew Lambert-drums/percussion

and vocals, Marceia Cornwell-lead/rhythm/acoustic guitar and vocals, and Ken Aikman-bass guitar and vocals.

On occasion the group is joined by regionally known guitarist Eric Loy. Our style is casual, our demeanor is

laid back and our music is the story of our enjoyment. On behalf of our band, we thank our veterans and their

families for their sacrifice for the defense of our great nation.

Check these guys out on the Main Stage - Saturday, May 24 at 4:45 PM

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“STIRRED NOT SHAKEN” Stirred Not Shaken is a contemporary praise & worship group incorporating melodies that will remind you of popular Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) artists such as Chris Tomlin, David Crowder and Third Day.

But unlike your average CCM group, what sets the band apart is their ability to add a healthy dose of

improvisation, drawn from rock, pop, blues and jazz genres.

Sometimes called "Free worship", this spontaneous approach ensures every live performance from the band will

be unique and dynamic, allowing them to adapt on the fly, to the moving of the Spirit of God.

Please join the band as they lead you in to the presence of God, with offerings of uplifting lyrics, unforgettable

melodies and musical virtuosity!

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Daren Witherspoon, Shawn Bryant, Justin Dawson, Julio Camacho and Craig Jackson are students at the Stivers

School for the Arts in Dayton, Ohio. The Stivers Jazz Quintet is an off-shoot of the award winning Stivers

Jazz Orchestra.

These talented young people live in Dayton but have had the opportunity to travel to other cities including a

stop at New York’s Lincoln Center. Some have had the opportunity to study music at such prestigious institutions as the Julliard School in New York City and Berklee College in Boston; and with young musicians

such as these, Stivers may one day be as recognizable a name.

Appreciate these musicians on Sunday, May 25 at 2:00 PM on the Band Stand!

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Using Acoustic Instrumentation,

Stonecreek always delivers a high energy

show for all ages, with a twist most people

find refreshing and downright entertaining.

Their instrumentation includes guitar, bass,

percussion, banjo and harmonica. Expect

everything from Country to Bluegrass,

Classic Rock to Blues at each and every

show! Vocal harmonies and a great high

energy experience no matter what the venue.

Be sure to enjoy Stonecreek –

Sunday, May 25

Main Stage at 3:30 PM!

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SWITCH 2 When two bands merged in 1976 they decided

that since the musicians switched instruments

during the show that “SWITCH” was as good

a name as any. A year later they recorded as

SWITCH “77 with producer Gene “By-Golly”

Berry

Three years ago SWITCH took the stage with

Acts of Genesis for the 9th Patriot Freedom

Festival. A year later Wayne and Brian

Seibert returned to stage with original

members Bill Johnston and Jerry Greer.

Denver Lewis and Craig Jackson took the

stage as the first incarnation of SWITCH 2. Grant “King” Koeller surprised them with a guest appearance at the

9th Patriot Freedom Festival.

Now returning for the third year is SWITCH 2 complete with last year’s original seven members. Not wanting

to be left out, Joe Minor who played in 2012 will be returning along with new member Kenneth Allan. Special

guests this year will be Kimberley Weiss and Nathan Goff will be onstage before performing with their own

band “Far From Eden”. Switch 2, led by Wayne Seibert, returns to the Patriot Freedom Festival on

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The Marshalls The Marshalls are a husband

and wife duo who plays classic

rock and country. They played

in bands for many years and a

few years ago decided to “go it

alone.” Since then, they have

entertained crowds in Darke,

Mercer and Miami County.

Featuring their harmonies and

song selections, they have

pleased all generations, old and

young. Playing songs from

Johnny Cash to John

Mellencamp, from Buck

Owens to Jake Owens, you’ll

be sure to hear something you

like.

Listen to the tunes of “The Marshalls” Sunday, May 25, 3:45 PM on the Band Stand!

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THE VIBE

A dynamic trio! Featuring Tom Kellogg on drums, Dwight

Scott on bass and Marcus Cornwell on guitar. The Vibe started jamming together during the spring and summer of 2012 in

Dayton, Ohio. Their first gig was in the summer at One Eyed

Jacks in Fairborn, Ohio, hosted by Jay Madewell. In 2014, The Vibe has performed numerous shows throughout Dayton,

Columbus, Cleveland, Ohio and Kentucky areas. The dynamic

trio has already performed at the Cleveland Music Festival and Pawapalooza-Battle of the Bands Festival in 2013. They also

collaborate and have done shows with other artists such as

Rasheed, Tino, Obelo, Paige Beller(Jasper The Collosal), Mayliner, Copywrite, and many others.

The Vibe has also opened up for Chicago's #1 International touring rock band, The Steepwater Band. The Vibe itself is a multi-genre band that incorporates the influences

of many artists, genres, and styles. They compose their own songs, as well as cover other artist’s songs. Not to

be mistaken, they will bring the heat on stage, artists unafraid to step outside the box and experiment. Every show features their songs but they also add different elements such as tone color and dynamics. Improvisation is

a huge factor for the band, so therefore no one performance will be the same.

An experience every time, The Vibe will deliver great music to the Patriot Freedom Festival:

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Unified Christian Men's Chorus

UCMC organized in 2013. The group consists of about 30 men from Clinton, Fayette, and Highland counties

and approximately half of the men are Veterans. We sing Gospel and patriotic selections.

One of the members, Bob

Roush, is 93 years old, and

served with the Marines in the

South Pacific during WWII.

Last year he was honored at

Great American Ball Park in

Cincinnati as one of the

"Hometown Heroes."

Enjoy their great harmony:

Band Stand -

Saturday, May 24,

12:00 Noon!

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Wartime Uniforms and Fashions Lee A. Rose, owner of Rose-A-Lee Designs Custom Sewing,

is a seamstress and designer from the Dayton area who, when

given the opportunity to be a part of the Patriot Freedom

Festival, found ways to incorporate fashion and sewing into

the festival. In May of 2013 Lee organized the first Fashion

Show. It was a great success. The Fashion Show featured

military uniforms and civilian wear from the Civil War Era.

Approximately 26 men and women participated. This year

the Fashion Show theme will be “Wartime Uniforms and

Fashions,” featuring clothing from each of the war periods

through American history. The show will take place on:

Sunday, May 25, at 12:00 at the Band Stand.

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