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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Laura Sanders: Force of Nature
DESCRIPTION:The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present a mid-career survey of work by Laura Sanders\, an artist whose lush\, photorealistic oil paintings of women and girls immersed in natural environments merge the genres of landscape and figurative work. Her subject matter considers the complex realities of women venturing beyond perceived safe places\, as well as environmental concerns and the effects of consumerism. Another theme evident in this exhibition is the passage of time\, as depicted in the portraits of her model\, her daughter Elena\, from a young child to an adult woman. \nLaura Sanders is a Columbus-based artist who also maintains a studio in New York. She is a graduate of the Columbus College of Art and Design. Her work has been exhibited at Marianne Boesky Gallery\, New York\, NY and Nino Meier Gallery\, Los Angeles\, CA and is in the permanent collection of the Columbus Museum of Art and the Beth Rudin DeWoody Collection\, West Palm Beach\, FL\, as well as many other public and private collections. \nIn conjunction with the exhibition\, The Co will produce a catalogue with an essay by Heather Jones. Both the catalogue and a selection of prints by the artist will be available for purchase in The CoSHOP Pop-up Print Shop.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-laura-sanders-force-of-nature/2025-05-16/2/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Free Events,Visual Art
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Erin Holscher Almazan: What These Arms Hold
DESCRIPTION:The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present a new body of work by Erin Holscher Almazan. In these gestural oil paintings\, Holscher Almazan examines the physical and emotional changes that naturally occur between a mother and her children\, while reckoning with the fact that as her sons grow older\, they also become more independent. In this series\, she navigates this emotional space of attachment and detachment\, of holding and letting go\, through the use of color with an emphasis on hands and touch. \nErin Holscher Almazan is a Professor of Drawing and Printmaking at the University of Dayton. A native of North Dakota\, she received a BFA in Fine Arts from Minnesota State University Moorhead and an MFA from Rochester Institute of Technology. She resides in Dayton with her husband and two sons. In conjunction with the exhibition\, a selection of prints by the artist will be available for purchase in The CoSHOP Pop-up Print Shop.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-erin-holscher-almazan-what-these-arms-hold/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Community,Free Events,Visual Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T110000
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Christine Gaffney: Well-Balanced
DESCRIPTION:The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present a solo exhibition of the work of interdisciplinary artist Christine Gaffney. Her sculpture and videos act as intimate self-portraits and reflections on her psyche and the dualities of female identities. Gaffney portrays the dichotomy of what we present to the public versus what we keep to ourselves\, often employing her own body as a sculptural object to express agency and to collapse the relationship between object and maker. \nGaffney is an interdisciplinary artist from Dayton\, Ohio. She holds an MFA from California Institute of the Arts where she studied Art and Technology and Integrated Media. Gaffney also studied Fine Art at Pratt Institute and the Columbus College of Art and Design. She earned a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Pittsburgh. Her practice embraces ideas around body image\, body politics\, feminism\, and disability justice.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-christine-gaffney-well-balanced/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Community,Free Events,Visual Art
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTSTAMP:20260408T060632
CREATED:20250311T120901Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Jamie Wyeth: Unsettled
DESCRIPTION:March 15–June 8\, 2025 \nA distinguished figure in contemporary art\, Jamie Wyeth is recognized for his fiercely independent\, realistic approach to art. This exhibition follows Wyeth’s entire career and looks at a specifically darker thread within his oeuvre of troubling and unnerving imagery. Unsettled is divided into three distinct sections: “Strangers and Specters;” “Natural and Supernatural Worlds;” and “Haunted Places and Disturbing Spaces.” Drawn from museums and private collections from across the country\, the DAI is the exclusive Ohio venue and the final stop for this major traveling exhibition. Organized by the Brandywine Museum of Art.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-jamie-wyeth-unsettled/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTSTAMP:20260408T060632
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SUMMARY:Reni Gower and Kate Santucci Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Sinclair Community College Art Department is pleased to present “GEOmatrix: a Perfect Proof” by Reni Gower in the Burnell R. Roberts Triangle Gallery and “Waxing On” by Kate Santucci in the Works on Paper Gallery. Gower’s “GEOmatrix: a Perfect Proof” recognizes geometric perfection as the matrix of humanity and the blueprint of the cosmos. Large hand-cut papercuts\, stencil-masked pulp paintings\, and machine cut vinyl decals are imbued with repetitive\, geometric pattens. These tessellations\, similar to decoration across many cultures\, offer a calming\, luminous\, and contemplative respite from these unprecedented times. Working with colored beeswax and resin layered with pigments and oil paint\, Santucci reveals and obscures symbols and images formed through drawing\, mark making and hand-cut stencils. The multi-layered encaustic works exhibited in “Waxing On” explore themes such as communication\, time\, place\, and the perception of the way things change\, both in the short and long term. There will be a virtual artist talk via Zoom on Friday\, May 23\, 2025\, at 12pm. Visit www.sinclair.edu/artgalleries for details. The exhibitions will be on display from May 19–June 23\, 2025. Galleries are located on the fourth floor of building 13 (located at West Fifth and Perry Streets). The galleries are free and open to the public from 8am–6pm Monday–Friday and 9am–12pm Saturdays.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/reni-gower-and-kate-santucci-exhibit/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Galleries at Sinclair College\, 444 W. Third St.\, Bldg. 13\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250531
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Enduring the Seige of Sarajevo – Snapshots of Survival
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URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-enduring-the-seige-of-sarajevo/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:The International Peace Museum\, 10 N. Ludlow St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: SELFie: The Power Within
DESCRIPTION:The museum’s pop-up exhibit\, SELFie: The Power Within\, will be in the Main Library’s Opportunity Space @ St. Clair in May. Patrons can let their selfies tell stories of strength\, growth\, and self-love. The photos that are taken will celebrate the real\, unfiltered moments of mental health\, with hopes of breaking the stigma surrounding it\, thus allowing patrons to explore the power of being their authentic selves. \nA reception opening the exhibit will be held on Thursday\, May 1\, from 6:30-8 pm\, in the Main Library’s Atrium. Local advocates and mental health professionals will be present. All ages are welcome to attend the exhibit throughout the month\, including the reception.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-selfie-the-power-within/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTSTAMP:20260408T060632
CREATED:20250430T174308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T180955Z
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SUMMARY:Out on 5th
DESCRIPTION:What is Out on 5th? \nOut on 5th is the street closure of Fifth Street in the Oregon District of downtown Dayton on weekends. \nClosing down Fifth Street from Patterson Boulevard to Wayne Avenue every Friday night through Sunday evening allows\nour business district to open up the street for guests to shop – dine – and relax in the open air. \n\n\nOut on 5th gives restaurants and bars in the district room to expand patio seating into the streets. \n\n\nFifth Street is filled with public seating to allow guests room to spread out and enjoy the outdoors. \n\n\nRetail shops can use extra sidewalk space in front of their business for sales. Looking to hold a retail pop-up? Apply here. \n\n\nLocal entertainment will be in the district every weekend to enhance the atmosphere. Looking to be an entertainer? Apply here. \n\n\nWhen \nFridays 5 -10 p.m./ Saturdays noon – 10 p.m. / Sundays noon – 10 p.m. \nWhy \nShop\, dine\, and relax outdoors in the district \nWhere \nIn the Oregon District  – Fifth Street from Patterson Boulevard to Wayne Avenue \nAdditional Information\nParking \nThousands of parking spaces on surface lots\, parking garages\, or metered side streets (free on weekends) surround the Oregon District. \nDuring Out on 5th\, please use the detour map at the bottom of this page to navigate around the street closures and into the parking lots. \nOur Oregon District businesses kindly ask you to park in these lots\, garages or public street spaces\, and not in the residential neighborhood. \n  \nMore info: https://www.theoregondistrict.org/outon5th
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/out-on-5th/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Oregon District\, Fifth Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060633
CREATED:20250522T130020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T130020Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Peace Talks
DESCRIPTION:The Dayton Society of Artists (DSA) proudly presents PEACE TALKS\, our annual spring juried exhibition. This timely exhibition reflects on Dayton’s historic role in international diplomacy—the 1995 Dayton Peace Accords—and the ongoing complexities of global and personal peace. PEACE TALKS invites artists and viewers alike to explore the fragile\, dynamic nature of peace: how it is achieved\, maintained\, challenged\, and sometimes lost. \n  \n-On view May 2 – June 21 \n-Open Fridays & Saturdays | 12–5 PM
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-peace-talks/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Dayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T200000
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Think Freedom
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to announce a series of public programs surrounding the Think Freedom art installation\, on display in the historic Dayton Arcade’s Rotunda during the 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly. This marks the installation’s first appearance in the United States.​ \nCreated by Sarajevo-based artist Edina Seleskovic\, Think Freedom is a multidisciplinary project that combines sculpture\, light\, text\, and technology to convey messages of peace and unity. Having traveled to 22 cities worldwide\, its presence in Dayton commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Dayton Peace Accords. \nJoin Culture Works at the Dayton Arcade for a chance to view and interact with Think Freedom\, accompanied by performances from a variety of local musicians. \nTuesday\, May 27 through Friday\, May 30 5:00 – 8:00 PM each evening Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St. Learn More: https://cultureworks.org/think-freedom-dayton/ Project Sponsor: Dayton Arcade
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-think-freedom/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T200000
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CREATED:20250520T150125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T150125Z
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SUMMARY:Paint & Sip Acrylic Workshop – Adults Only Class
DESCRIPTION:Grab a brush and a beverage—it’s time to let your imagination run wild and paint this adorable little gnome! Whether you’re a total beginner or a practiced painter\, this whimsical and fun-filled event is for you. \nJoin Guest Artist Nero Lee (see biography below) as he guides you step-by-step through a playful painting project sure to bring a smile to your face and charm to your walls! Plus\, Friday night guests can fuel their creativity with an optional box dinner (3 entrée choices\, including a vegetarian option) for just $15. \nIncluded with registration: \n• All painting materials\n• Complimentary coffee\, tea\, lemonade\, and water\n• Your choice of wine or mimosa\n• Optional box dinner for $15 (Friday only)\n• Cash bar (Friday only) \nSpots are limited — reserve yours today before they fill up! \nPLEASE NOTE: Cancellations are required at least 3 days prior to the event. No refunds given after that date.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/paint-sip-acrylic-workshop-adults-only-class/
LOCATION:The Dayton Woman’s Club\, 225 N Ludlow St\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Crafts,Visual Art,Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T210000
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SUMMARY:Passport to MetroParks
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free live music\, entertainment and hands-on activities during the official kick-off to the summer festival season: Passport to MetroParks. Featuring fun for adults and families\, Passport to MetroParks invites you on an adventure through RiverScape MetroPark to learn about events and programs available in your Five Rivers MetroParks this summer. Grab a passport and collect stamps as you complete fun games and activities for your chance to win prizes.\nEnjoy dinner at the food truck rally on site and then experience live entertainment on the RiverScape pavilion stage.\nPassport to MetroParks is sponsored by CODE Credit Union.\nLearn more: https://www.metroparks.org/passport-to-metroparks/
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/passport-to-metroparks-2/
LOCATION:RiverScape MetroPark\, 237 E Monument Ave\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T210000
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CREATED:20250421T131535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T131535Z
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SUMMARY:Jake Speed & The Freddies
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to welcome Jake Speed & The Freddies to The Brightside on Friday\, May 30th! This fantastic Cincinnati-based band plays a mix of traditional & original folk\, country blues\, & ragtime tunes. Known as the Woody Guthrie of Cincinnati\, Jake Speed uses a traditional folksy delivery to compose timely and timeless songs that tell great stories with a bit of a lyrical edge. The band\, built out of guitar\, mandolin\, fiddle\, tenor guitar and upright bass (with hints of harmonica\, kazoo\, and washboard)\, has been hailed by CityBeat magazine as a “…a fixture of Cincinnati’s traditional Folk scene” since releasing its first of five albums\, Queen City Rag\, in 2002. HOW TO GO? Friday\, May 30\, 2025 Doors 6:30pm / Show 7 – 9pm The Brightside\, 905 E 3rd St\, Dayton – SIDEDOOR ROOM All ages welcome Food truck on site Tickets $10 in advance here: / $15 at the door.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/jake-speed-the-freddies/
LOCATION:The Brightside\, 905 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T230000
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CREATED:20250528T120334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T120334Z
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SUMMARY:Dad Rock with DJ New Balance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for DJ New Balance’s Barrel House debut as he spins a set of dad rock to perfectly pair with sippin’ on an ice cold brew. We hear that if you hold the empty can to your ear you can hear the charcoal slowly crackling away on a freshly mown lawn. Freakin’ Rican food truck slinging their Puerto Rican cuisine 6-10pm! No cover\, just rock.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/dad-rock-with-dj-new-balance/
LOCATION:The Barrel House\, 417 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T190500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T190500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T124127Z
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SUMMARY:Dayton Dragons vs. West Michigan Whitecaps
DESCRIPTION:Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports – see the Dayton Dragons play baseball at Day Air Ballpark! For tickets and more information\, visit www.daytondragons.com or call 228-2287.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/dayton-dragons-vs-west-michigan-whitecaps-3/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Day Air Ballpark\, 220 North Patterson Blvd.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T200000
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CREATED:20250513T131250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T131250Z
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SUMMARY:Between Riverside and Crazy
DESCRIPTION:Retired cop Pops Washington struggles to hold on to one of the last great rent-stabilized apartments on Riverside Drive. Fresh grief\, old wounds\, and sketchy new houseguests collide in a final ultimatum.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/between-riverside-and-crazy/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Dayton Theatre Guild\, 430 Wayne Avenue\, Dayton\, OH\, 45410\, USA
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