Change your routine on the last "Odd Day" of the century
By: Kamron Taylor and Vivienne Machi
You probably knew that today was Friday the 13th, but even more significantly, it’s the only “Odd Day” you’ll probably experience ever again.
As Mental Floss shared today, “Odd Day” is when the calendar features three consecutive odd numbers in a row: in today’s case, 11/13/15. The next time this will happen is Jan. 3, 2105 (1/3/05), so the likelihood of experiencing another Odd Day is… fairly unlikely.
So we thought we’d help you celebrate this auspicious day, the Dayton way. Throw something a little “odd” into your routine.
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Switch up your workout
Allegra Czerwinski ricochets off a wall in a relay race during Sky Robics at Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park. VIVIENNE MACHI / STAFF>It seems like we always have the goal of getting fit. Today, get out and do it! Although it’s getting too cold to take a run outside, attempt any of these indoor alternative workouts for a unique twist to your daily fitness schedule.
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Get out of the cubicle: think outside the box with your work environment
The bar’s impressive mural plays homage to the “War of Currents, ” the momentous feud between electrical engineering giants Nikola Tesla — alternating current (AC) — and Thomas Edison—direct current (DC). He is a major hero of ours, ” Wire said of Tesla. “Edison is a stud too.” Photo submitted by Proto Build BarMaybe today is the day you take a look at alternative work spaces? It’s amazing what a new spot can do to get your creative juices flowing. Stop by the Collaboratory at Courthouse Square, check out the work place feel at Nucleus Co-Share in the Oregon District, or get inspired by pictures of Tesla, Jobs, Gates and Musk on the walls of Proto Buildbar in Webster Station.
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Feel like a kid again!
Source: Archive DDN photo by William JonesForget about the folks who can’t have a little fun, today! Although you might be an adult, we are all really kids at heart. Good news -- you can still enjoy kid activities as a grown-up. Try 5 kid activities in Dayton that you won’t feel ashamed doing as an adult.
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Choose the most bizarre thing on the menu
The pickle soup at Blind Bob’s is a bit out of the box, but we guarantee after one cup, you’ll want to order a whole bowl. Vivienne Machi / STAFFForego the beef burger or veggie tacos today; try some Oakwood possum in Tanks’ Bar and Grill’s Road Kill Chili, the soul-warming pickle soup at Blind Bob’s Bar, or take your pick of turtle soup, alligator, elk, wild boar, and more at Covington’s Buffalo Jack’s. Branch out beyond your comfort zone wherever you choose to eat; it might just become a new favorite.
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Revamp your wardrobe
Find your next favorite article of clothing at Clash Dayton in the Oregon District. VIVIENNE MACHI / STAFFThe changing seasons are the perfect opportunity to try something new with your wardrobe. Instead of going to your usual department stores, visit a consignment shop or thrift store for unique pieces for the fall and winter seasons. Odd thrift finds await ...
