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Drinks and putt-putt partner for Barstool Open
Dust off those putters. It’s time once again to mini-golf at the bars.
The eighth annual Barstool Open will be held this Saturday, Nov. 14, in the Oregon District.
If you’ve never been to this annual fundraiser, which last year raised $10,000 for United Rehabilitation Services, imagine combining the best aspects of mini-golf and bar crawling into one uber-event. It’s nine bars, nine holes and lots of costumed fun.
Teams of four are encouraged to dress up, and there will be cash prizes for the best costumed team as well as the top three golf finishers.
Tom Parker, development director for United Rehabilitation Services, said participants can expect the best aspects of last year’s event to be back, plus lots of great new features.
“The two-story hole at Newcom’s will be back,” Parker said. “You’ve got to see it!” Last year’s putt off the balcony was a big hit and has inspired other unique holes, like a patio hole out the back of the Trolley Stop.
Another addition will be the mega raffle prize for “An Evening in the Oregon District.”
Local businesses including the Crowne Plaza hotel, Wiley’s, Jay’s Seafood, Thai9, Coco’s, Blind Bob’s, Dublin Pub and Trolley Stop all donated services to make a special night on the town.
The Crowne Plaza will offer a special room rate to golfers Saturday night so no one has to drive home. Trolley Stop will also host an afterparty, where all golfers can get together and compare handicaps.
“There seems to be more enthusiasm this year,” Parker said, noting that more than 60 teams have already registered. He expects to top 80 teams and hopes to raise $12,000 to help adults and children with disabilities.
Those wishing to participate can register right up to the start of the event at any of these participating bars: Blind Bob’s, Dublin Pub, Ned Peppers, Newcom’s, Oregon Express, Sloopy’s, Trolley Stop, and Tumbleweed.
how to go
WHERE: Oregon District, various venues on Fifth Street, Dayton
WHEN: Tee off at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14
THE BITE: $180 per team of four.
MORE INFO: Call Taryn Ward at (937) 233-1230, ext. 104, or e-mail tward@ursdayton.org.
More bar best bets this weekend:
Phobia II at Club Vex
What better time to explore all of your worst fears and phobias than Friday the 13th? About 45 artists will be showing their representation of different phobias this Friday at Club Vex. Other than artwork, resident DJ Matt Freeman, along with DJ Kris and Infidel-icious, will provide music. Everyone who attends will receive a ballot to vote for the best representation. The winning artist will receive a cash prize.
WHERE: Club Vex, 101 S. St. Clair St., Dayton
WHEN: 9 p.m. to 3:30 a.m., Friday, Nov. 13
THE BITE: $6
Neon party at Club Masque
Get ready for a glowing good time this Friday at Club Masque. Everyone gets a free glowstick, but feel free to wear your own glow-in-the-dark gear or white clothing for the best effect. Masque Men performing all night.
WHERE: Club Masque, 34 N. Jefferson St., Dayton
WHEN: 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13
THE BITE: $5
Casablanca reunion at South Beach Nite Club
This Friday, relive the ’80s and ’90s at South Beach, formerly known as Casablanca. The night starts at 5 p.m. with Happy Hour and a free buffet. Then join in live trivia with WTUE’s Matt King from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Then DJ Chris Rock will play all your favorite music from the Casablanca era.
WHERE: South Beach Nite Club, 729 Lyons Road (Washington Park Plaza), Centerville
WHEN: 5 p.m. to close, Friday, Nov. 13
THE BITE: Call (937) 439-9040 for more info.
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By Tena Jones
January 27, 2011 8:19 PM | Link to this
i’m from Illinois and have a friend, with cancer, we would like to have a bar stool putt putt benefit for. Wondering if you would help us by sharing your rules/regulations for playing.