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Downtown Dayton

18 hours ago

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Happy New Year and cheers to another great year in Downtown Dayton! Here are some of the places you can grab a bite or a drink to celebrate! Check out more ways to celebrate First Friday at downtowndayton.org/things-to-do/first-friday• ClubEvolutionDayton, 130 N. Patterson Blvd.: $2 Cherry Bombs during karaoke from 10p-2a!• The Dayton Beer Company, 41 Madison St.: Happy Hour runs 3-5 p.m.! Enjoy $1 off all DBC core beers.• The Dublin Pub, 300 Wayne Ave.: Enjoy Happy Hour specials from 3-6 p.m.!• The Foundry Rooftop, 124 Madison St.: Enjoy an amazing view of Day Air Ballpark and downtown Dayton alongside delicious wood-fired cuisine. Igloo rentals are available now for parties of up to 6!• Lily's Dayton, 329 E. Fifth St.: First Friday Happy Hour: Happy hour pricing on bao buns for $3.25/each and $6 highball cocktails, $2 off all glass pours of wine, and $1 off craft beers on tap.• Mikey's Late Night Slice, 503 E. First St.: Now hiring managers! Mikey’s Late Night Slice is excited to be part of Downtown Dayton later this month!• Oregon Express, 336 E. Fifth St.: Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. with ½ off drafts and apps, $2 off liquor!• Pins Mechanical Co. , 416 E. First St.: Fireball Friday at Pins Mechanical Co.! Half-off Fireball and Fireball Blazin' Apple all day on Fridays. Plus, Happy Hour from 4-7PM, with half-off select draft beers and $3 off specialty cocktails.• Salar Restaurant and Lounge, 400 E. Fifth St., 937-203-3999: Kick off your First Friday with happy hour at Salar from 4-6 p.m. with cocktail specials, $5 house wine pours, $1 off of all beers, and bar bites specials. Enjoy dinner, too, available for dine in or carryout.• The Silos, 810 E. First St.: Stop in to try The Silos’ new signature N/A cocktail menu!• Sueño , 607 E. Third St.: Happy hour at the bar runs from 4-6 p.m.!• Tender Mercy, 607 E. Third St. (Lower Level), Happy Hour runs from 4-6 p.m. featuring half-off select Signature Cocktails, beer, and wine.• Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse, 216 Wayne Ave.: Every Friday at the Troll Pub is part of W.T.F Happy Hours: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday from 4-7 p.m. featuring 1/2 Priced Pints & 1/2 priced apps, and $4 Fireball Shots.• Trolley Stop, 530 E. Fifth St., 937-461-1101: Enjoy Half-off Happy Hour every day 3-7pm! $3 wells and half off select appetizers.• Winans Chocolates + Coffees , 221 N. Patterson Blvd.: Happy Hour from 4 - 7 pm $1 off any glass of wine from our menu. $2 off each glass if you bring a friend! ... See MoreSee Less

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Downtown Dayton

2 days ago

Downtown Dayton
Start the new year with new art and experiences! Check out the live entertainment options below and find more highlights to enjoy during January's First Friday at downtowndayton.org/things-to-do/first-friday• The Black Box Improv Theater, 518 E. Third St.: Take in comedy from Friday House Team “Grandpa’s Scream Jar” and a specialty show! Tickets and more info at daytonblackboximprov.com/• Blind Bob's, 430 E. Fifth St.: Come and rock with Wayward J & The Substitutes and Yinyang Sunflower. 8pm, 21+, $10• The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St.: The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present Xaviera Simmons: Figure Eleven, a major solo exhibition bringing together recent works in photography, painting, video, and the world premiere of a new body of bronze sculptures by one of the most bold and visionary artists of our time. Open till 7 p.m. for First Friday.• The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North: Visit the latest exhibitions, “Themes in Yoshitoshi’s 100 Aspects of the Moon,” “Dayton Printmakers Cooperative: Dayton/Kyoto Invitational,” “Engaged: Rings from Around the World,” “Strange Worlds, Photographs by Jay Hoops,” and “The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the Chrysler Museum of Art.” Open until 5 p.m. on Friday.• Dayton Metro Library, 215 E. Third St.: Dayton Metro Library will host Brian Mathus and his exhibit Being Seen in The 2nd Floor Gallery of the Main Library from Friday, January 2, through Saturday, January 31.• Dayton Society of Artists - DSA, 48 High St.: See three solo exhibitions showcasing works by talented local artists, Colleen Kelsey, Kate Santucci, and Barb Stork.• The Dublin Pub, 300 Wayne Ave.: It’s Free Juke Box Friday from 6-7 p.m.! Stick around for Irish First Fridays with a Miami Valley Pipes & Drums performance at 7 p.m.• Edward A. Dixon Gallery, 222 N. St. Clair St.: The gallery has extended hours to conveniently be part of your First Friday Art Hop. See artwork from the Dayton area, around the U.S. and around the world. Light refreshments provided.• Front Street, 1001 E. Second St.: Explore art studios, shops, and galleries across campus! Live art demonstrations, gallery openings, and new work on display by more than 150 artists! Meet our artists, learn about their work, or sign up to take a class! Don't just see art, live it!• K12 Gallery and TEJAS, 341 S. Jefferson St.: Friday Night Paint-In 2 Sessions available (4:00-6:00pm/6:00-8:00pm) $30.00 Per Person. Bring your own drink/snacks - For more information call 937-461-5149• The NEON, 130 E. Fifth St.: See See the full schedule online: www.neonmovies.com. Also enjoy beer and cocktail specials during First Friday, and you can purchase a DORA drink at the Neon to walk around downtown Dayton’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area before or after the show.• Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St.: Enjoy drinks & food while being entertained by the energetic & heavy sounds of Warning Signs, Plaster, Avalon, & Plain Sight. Doors open at 8, music at 8:30 p.m. $10 at the door. 16+ (under requires guardian) ... See MoreSee Less

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Downtown Dayton

2 days ago

Downtown Dayton
Dayton Peace Sign shirts are now available in kids' sizes!Kids shirts are $20 each and available in the colors seen here, sizes XS-XL. Onesies are also available in size 12-months. Proceeds will be split between the Peace Sign Maintenance Fund and the International Peace Museum.A limited supply of shirts is available at the International Peace Museum from 10-5 on Fridays and Saturdays. More information, styles, and online ordering are available at downtowndayton.org/peaceshirts/ ... See MoreSee Less

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