Pet Meet and Greet with Paw Patrol
2024-07-27 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Detroit) | Wild Whiskers, 33 S. St. Clair St., Ste. 2, Dayton, OH, 45410, United States
Join Paw Patrol Dayton at Wild Whiskers for a meet and greet event! Meet adoptable dogs and cats ready to find their forever families.
Shop Christmas in July sales throughout Wild Whiskers while you’re there to find treats, food, toys, and more for your new pet!

Kitten Palooza Adoption Event
2024-08-03 12:00 - 15:00 | Wild Whiskers, 33 S. St. Clair St., Ste. 2, Dayton, OH, 45410, United States
Join Wild Whiskers and The Humane Society of Greater Dayton for a kitten adoption event!
On Saturday, August 3rd, Wild Whiskers (33 S. Saint Clair Street) will be hosting a kitten adoption event from 12pm-3pm. We have so many adorable babies looking for their forever homes!

You can fill out an application ahead of time on the Humane Society’s website: https://hsdayton.org/adopt/adoption-application/ or fill one out in person at the event.

All adoptions are done on a first come, first serve basis at the event

“Bright” Big Brothers Big Sisters annual fundraiser
2024-08-08 18:00 - 21:00 | The Steam Plant, 617 E. 3rd Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Each year at Bright we celebrate the BIG stars of our community —our Bigs, Littles, families, and donors. Featuring Miami Valley’s top chefs you will enjoy an evening of gourmet tastings, live music, and more.
Bright, Big Brothers Big Sisters annual fundraiser brings together Miami Valley’s best independent chefs to raise funds to support youth mentoring right here in the Miami Valley.
Event tickets and 50/50 tickets available at https://www.bbbsmiamivalley.org/bright/

Front Street Art Hop
2024-08-18 11:00 - 16:00 | Front Street Complex, 1001 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Explore studios, galleries, shops, boutiques and the outdoor market right in the heart of Dayton’s Arts District! Visit with more than 250+ artists, creatives and curators. The Front Street Gallery proudly presents the 5th Annual “Life in the City” juried exhibition.
Grab a bite to eat from Kool Beanz Cafe or one of our visiting food trucks.
Front Street is a family and pet friendly community. Arthops at Front Street are free to attend. Our campus offers free parking. Visit frontstreet.art for more information.

GEST Carts Dayton Ribbon Cutting
2024-08-23 11:00 - 11:30 | Courthouse Square, Third & Main Streets, Dayton, OH, 45422, USA
Join us for the official launch of GEST Carts Dayton!
Two carts will be parked on Courthouse Square during the ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11 a.m.

Space Three + Two Social Collab
2024-08-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Space Three, 39 S. St. Clair St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Get ready to sweat, throw, and sip! Two Social and Space Three are teaming up for an epic Collab Event! Join us on Saturday, August 24th at 10 AM for a high-energy workout at Space Three, followed by an after-party at 2 Social with axe throwing and a mimosa bar! 🍾🎯💪
For just $40, you get:
💥 A killer workout at Space Three
🎯 Axe throwing fun at Two Social
🥂 A mini champagne bottle and a DIY mimosa bar to celebrate your hard work
Grab your tickets now and don’t miss out on the best Saturday morning ever! Let’s get fit and have a blast together! 🎉✨

Patterson Lofts at the Livery open house
2024-08-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Patterson Lofts at the Livery, 322 Patterson Blvd., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
We’re excited to invite you to a free open house at 322 Patterson Blvd! Come and explore this beautiful property, meet the neighbors, and enjoy light refreshments. We look forward to seeing you there!
Introducing a brand new apartment in the heart of the Oregon District in Dayton, OH. This modern space at 322 S. Patterson Blvd. offers convenience and comfort with amenities such as coin-op laundry, a dishwasher, and off-street parking. The apartment features new paint, appliances, flooring, lighting, and doors for a fresh and updated feel. With high-speed internet available, this studio is perfect for those seeking a contemporary living experience. Small dogs and cats are welcome, making this apartment a pet-friendly option. Don’t miss out on our open house!

JAM Foodie Tour
2024-08-31 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-07 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-14 15:00 - 17:00
JAM Foodie Tours are currently walking, talking, and eating on select Saturdays @3:00p starting at Sueño. Every tour varies slightly, but aims to be around 3.5 hours. Tickets are $100 per person.

What’s Included

Tour guide
Scenic walking route
6-ish samples of food and/or drinks at various establishments in and around the Oregon District.
Education and history about the places we eat at and some of the places we walk by.

Nonprofit Night at the Edward A. Dixon Gallery
2024-09-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Edward A. Dixon Gallery, 222 N. St. Clair St., Dayton, OH, 45402
You are invited to the Nonprofit Night at the Edward A. Dixon Gallery featuring local organizations defining their work and providing information on how to get involved in supporting their efforts. Donations directly to the organizations during the event are welcomed.
Miami Valley Meals (MVM), the Ohio CDC Association (OCDCA) and the Dayton Metro Library are three of the confirmed groups that will be presenting.
The event is also a chance to view the new We’re Doing It ALL Wrong® – 4th Annual Art Exhibition.
Light refreshments provided. Free on-street parking.

Taste of the Oregon
2024-09-14 12:00 - 18:00 | The Oregon District, E. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Snack and sip your way through the Oregon District with the return of Taste of the Oregon on the afternoon of Saturday, September 14! This Out On Fifth block party celebrates our wonderful eateries located throughout the district!

Enjoy snack portions from the eclectic kitchens of the Oregon District out on Fifth Street! Grab your favorite DORA beverage to-go from your favorite drink-serving establishments and enjoy while walking the Out On 5th Pedestrian area and enjoying all the food!

Pause to enjoy live music, sidewalk sales, browse our many retail shops, and more to make for a wonderful afternoon sipping, strolling, and most importantly of all — snacking!

Admission to the Taste of the Oregon is FREE. Tickets for food and beverages are sold at $1 per ticket. You can use tickets to buy taste-size portions from any of the food vendors. Every vendor offers small “taste” portions, which gives visitors a perfect way to sample from a bunch of different Oregon District restaurants.

This is a family friendly event and open to the public.

Second Saturday Poetry Salon
2024-09-14 19:00 - 21:00
Join a comfortable and inviting environment to share your work, or talk about poems or poets who interest you.

This month’s optional prompt: surviving the worst loss.

Collection of poems for published anthology October 2025.

Short talk on featured poet– September’s is Elizabeth Bishop.

Coffee, bottled water and cookies served. Free!

7-9 pm May run longer or shorter depending on attendance.

Neighborhood Pet Store Day
2024-09-28 11:00 - 17:00 | Wild Whiskers, 33 S. St. Clair St., Ste. 2, Dayton, OH, 45410, United States
Join Wild Whiskers to celebrate Neighborhood Pet Store Day!
Shop special one day sales in store from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and visit Adopt-A-Pit and their adoptable dogs from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Wild Whiskers one year anniversary party
2024-10-05 11:00 - 17:00 | Wild Whiskers, 33 S. St. Clair St., Ste. 2, Dayton, OH, 45410, United States
Celebrate one year of Wild Whiskers!
One day sales are happening store-wide from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Visit with Miami Valley Pit crew and their adoptable dogs from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Goodie bags with samples and coupons will be given to the first 100 customers!

“White Like Me” Discussion & viewing of pre-recorded video by Tim Wise
2024-10-08 15:30 - 18:00 | Sinclair Conference Center, 301 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Join Sinclair’s Chief Diversity Officer, Michael Carter, for a viewing and discussion of the pre-recorded video by Tim Wise. Using stories from his own life, Wise examines what it really means to be white in a nation created to benefit people who are “white like him.” This inherent racism is not only real, but disproportionately burdens people of color and makes progressive social change less likely to occur. Explaining in clear and convincing language why it is in everyone’s best interest to fight racial inequality, Wise offers ways in which white people can challenge these unjust privileges, resist white supremacy and racism, and ultimately help to ensure the country’s personal and collective well-being.
This event is free and open to the public.

Global Cat Day
2024-10-16 12:00 - 19:00 | Rabbit Hole Books, 27 W. First St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Join in a global celebration of the cat!
Rabbit Hole Books will be collecting and matching donations for the veterinary fund at SICSA, collecting pet food for the food pantry at Have a Gay Day, and will be offering customers 25% off cat-themed books and merchandise.

Black Midwest Symposium Hosted by Black Midwest Initiative
2024-10-18 - 2024-10-19 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
The Black Midwest Initiative hosts a biennial symposium that features artists, activists, academics, and other community-involved people to discuss issues related to Black life in the Midwest. Past symposiums have been hosted in Minneapolis and Detroit, but in 2024 it is coming to Dayton!
The third biennial symposium unfolds under the illuminating theme of “Adaptive Reuse,” a beacon for change in the Midwest’s urban landscapes.
This year’s theme, “Adaptive Reuse,” is more than a concept– it’s a call to action for Black communities and allies across the Midwest. Together, we’ll delve into strategies for reimagining the spaces around us, transforming neglected landscapes into thriving hubs of culture, sustainability, and innovation.
Registration is required: https://blst.uic.edu/black-midwest-initiative/symposium/registration/

The Sinister Scavenger Hunting of the Snark: a downtown scavenger hunt
2024-10-19 11:00 - 18:00 | Rabbit Hole Books, 27 W. First St., Dayton, OH, 45402
1-mile radius, 31 clues!
There will be an abundance of prizes including $25 gift cards for the team with the best costumes, a hamper of gifts for the most accurate, and each of the first 20 teams to finish (with an accuracy of at least 83 percent) wins a snark!
Canapes, amuse bouche, finger foods, tea and tidbits will be served.
Each entry packet for 4 costs $25 and contains 4 wristbands, 4 stickers, $40 in gift cards to the Dayton Book Fair, and other strange flat items. Available Friday 10/11 at Rabbit Hole Books.
Limited to 50 teams.

Wiggle Room: A LGBTQ Dance Party
2024-10-20 15:00 - 19:00 | Club Evolution, 130 N. Patterson Blvd., Dayton, OH, 45402
Welcome to Wiggle Room: A LGBTQ Dance Party! Day party vibes at Club Evolution to get your week started right. This is the perfect opportunity to let loose, make new friends, and show off your best dance moves. And it’s Halloween 👻 SZN so costumes are welcome! Join us for a day of fun, music, and COMMUNITY. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience – see you on the dance floor!
Ages 21+

“Birthing Justice” viewing & discussion
2024-10-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Sinclair College, 444 W. Third St., Dayton, OH
Free and open to the public!
Join us for a discussion and screening of the 2023 documentary, directed by Monique N. Mathews.
Black women in the U.S. are three to four times likely to die during childbirth than white women. This documentary captures the experiences and challenges of Black women, their families, caretakers and advocates, and examines the structures and systems that determine disparate rates of mortality. Ultimately, this pivotal film celebrates the efforts to fix America’s broken medical system and transform this narrative of tragedy into one of hope.
See them. Hear their stores. Remember and honor those we have lost. And join the movement to ensure BIRTHING JUSTICE for Black mothers and their families.
VIEW OFFICIAL TRAILER HERE
The screening will be held in Bldg. 7 Tartan Marketplace, Room 7006 at Sinclair College, 444 W. Third Street, Dayton OH 45402.

Documentary & Discussion: Willis “Bing” Davis
2024-10-23 18:00 - 20:30 | Sinclair College, 444 W. Third St., Dayton, OH
Free and open to the public!
Few people have impacted the arts in Southwest Ohio quite like Willis “Bing” Davis. An African American artist, educator and community activist from Dayton, Davis’ artwork is known for its incorporation of African and African American themes, as well as its focus on social justice issues. He works in a variety of media, including painting, sculpture, ceramics, clay and found object art. His art often explores the intersection of race, identity, and history, as well as the power of community and collective action.
Among his works, many have been featured in public and private collections alike from the United States, Europe and China to Ghana, Senegal and Nigeria with exhibits featured in the Museum of Harlem, the African Craft Museum, the Renwick Gallery, the Dayton Art Institute, and many more. He has received numerous honors and awards throughout his career, including the Ohio Governor’s Award for the Arts, the Citizen Legion of Honor Award from the Presidents Club of Dayton, and the Ohio Art Educator of the Year Award.
In addition to his artistic pursuits, Davis is a dedicated community activist and educator. He founded the EbonNia Gallery in Dayton, Ohio, which showcases the work of many types of artists and serves as a community gathering place. Today, in his mid-80s, Davis continues to create art, educate others and promote social justice causes in a variety of ways.
Co-sponsored by Sinclair’s Diversity Office and CET/ThinkTV
Produced by Emmy Award winners Ann Rotolante and Rodney Veal
LOCATION: Sinclair College, 444 W. Third St., Dayton OH 45402

Guest Speaker Dr. Alex Kor
2024-10-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-24 17:30 - 19:00 | Sinclair Conference Center, 301 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Guest Speaker, Dr. Alex Kor, will conduct two presentations on October 24th, 2025 at Sinclair’s Conference Center, Bldg. 12, Room 116.
Both presentations are FREE and open to the Public
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
“Mom, Dad: I Will Tell Your Story”
As the son of two Holocaust survivors (Eva and Mickey Kor) who have both passed away in the last 5 plus years, Dr. Kor will utilize their incredible stories of strength, perseverance, hope, healing and forgiveness to educate, motivate, and inform the audience about the horrific past in an effort to prevent future atrocities.
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
My Holocaust Legacy: A Blessing, Not A Burden
Using a PowerPoint presentation, Dr. Kor will chronicle the incredible strength, perseverance and lessons of hope, healing and forgiveness demonstrated by both of his parents. His storytelling may evoke tears, inspire, and occasionally bring laughter, reflecting his parents’ sense of humor. Dr. Kor will also engage with a Hologram of his mother at the end of the presentation.
Following the 5:30pm presentation, Dr. Kor will engage with a Hologram of his mother, conduct a Q&A session, and sign copies of his book.
Dr. Kor’s book A Blessing, Not a Burden, chronicles his parents’ lives as well as how they positively impacted him, and will be available for purchase at the 5:30 p.m. presentation.

A Conversation with Paul Strozier
2024-10-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Sinclair Conference Center, 301 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Free and open to the public!
If you’re familiar with Sinclair’s Multifaith Campus Chaplain, Paul Strozier, you’re aware of his talent for captivating storytelling. If you haven’t met him yet, you’re in for a treat—his stories about our shared human connections and his own journey of redemption are both compelling and touching.
Don’t miss this engaging and heartwarming conversation.
This event will be held at Sinclair’s Conference Center (Bldg.12) in the Charity Earley room.

Haunted HeARTs an art-infused Halloween Party Fundraiser
2024-10-31 20:00 - 23:59 | Dayton Arcade, 35 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Haunted HeARTS is a Halloween party like no other, set in the enchanting and eerie Rotunda of the historic Dayton Arcade. Join us for a spine-tingling celebration of art, music, and creativity, where the works of emerging local artists come to life through hauntingly beautiful installations and live performances. Guests can dance the night away to electrifying DJ sets, indulge in a wickedly delicious menu by Chef Desmond, chill in the Heartsiq lounge, be hipnotized by by Aurora Maur and Lily Datura, and peer into your future with free tarot readings. Costumes are STRONGLY encouraged, with a tempting cash prize in our costume contest. For those with VIP tickets, an exclusive food and wine pairing experience awaits, masterfully concocted by Chef Nat Castello from Little Fish and sommelier Lauren Gay of Joui Wine. With something for every creature of the night, Haunted HeARTS is the must-attend event of the season, blending creativity, thrills, and support for great causes in Dayton’s most iconic venue. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Heartsiq and Culture Works, the Dayton region’s local artists agency and United Arts Fund.

Unforgettable Halloween Night in the iconic Dayton Arcade Rotunda!
Top DJs DJ BreezyEZ and DJ Kim L setting the perfect party vibe!
Special Performances by Aurora Maur and Lily Datura!
Experiential Art installations by Sydney Joslin-Knapp, Blair Ellis, Tobi Ewing, SOS Light Show, Isicle (and more!)
Delicious Eats by chef Desmond await your tastebuds!
Dance the Night Away in a stunning venue!
Affordable Tickets for a premium experience – worth every penny!
Costume Contest with a cash prize!
Free Tarot Reading by Secret 78 Tarot to answer all your burning questions!
VIP Dinner and Wine pairing Experience with Chef Nat Castello from Little Fish and Lauren Gay of Joui wine!

$30 Designated Driver Ticket Price: Does not include a drink ticket
$39 Early Bird Ticket Price: Includes 1 drink ticket and a gift! (Early Bird tix end 10/21!)
$50 General Admission
$130 for VIP experience. Limited tickets available. VIP starts at 6:30pm and includes general admission price.

Black Jack for Breast Wishes
2024-11-08 18:00 - 22:00 | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Join us for an exciting night of Black Jack, Poker, Roulette and your favorite casino games. Your purchase includes chips for play and a drink ticket. You can choose from regular or VIP options. At the end of the night you turn your chips in for raffle tickets to win prizes! We’ll feature heavy hors d’oeuvres and desserts and some amazing silent auctions items. The bartenders at the Brightside will have all your favorite drinks for purchase.
Friday, November 8th 6-10pm at The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH
Tickets here: https://www.handstamp.com/e/black-jack-for-breast-wishes-5dwsp9gq
Can’t make the event but still want to give? You can make a donation directly to https://www.breastwishesfoundation.org/

Second Saturday Poetry Salon
2024-11-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Rabbit Hole Books, 27 W. First St., Dayton, OH, 45402
A comfortable environment to share your work or talk about poems and poets who interest you. Poets of all levels are welcome, but these free programs are intended for adults.
November’s optional prompt is “Confessional.”
There will be a short talk at 7:40 on November’s featured poet, Sylvia Plath, from queer poet and artist Shailyn Elliott. When Shailyn Elliott isn’t writing, they can be found crocheting or doodling with watercolors. They currently reside in Ohio with their black cat names Catastrophe.
Given the powerful and intensely personal nature of confessional poetry, we are setting aside the first half-hour or so for poems that are not confessional in nature. Don’t be shy! Come out and read us some poems!
Free bottled water, coffee, and cookies.
This program may run longer or shorter depending on attendance.

How to Make Learning as Addictive as Social Media
2024-11-14 10:00 - 12:30 | Sinclair College, 444 W. Third St., Dayton, OH
Join Sinclair’s Associate Provost Lisa Mahle-Grisez & Assistance Provost, Jared Cutler, for a discussion and viewing of the pre-recorded TedTalk by Luis Von Ahn. When technologist Luis von Ahn was building the popular language-learning platform Duolingo, he faced a big problem: Could an app designed to teach you something ever compete with addictive platforms like Instagram and TikTok? He explains how Duolingo harnesses the psychological techniques of social media and mobile games to get you excited to learn — all while spreading access to education across the world.
This event will be held in Sinclair’s Tartan Marketplace, Bldg. 7, Room 7006. Once you enter the set of glass doors to building 7 Tartan Marketplace, the conference room is to your right, through the doorway across the area of tables. Complimentary parking is available in the garage (Lot C) under Building 12 and parking passes will be provided at the event.

Centering Women of Color, Community, and Health Justice
2024-11-23 10:00 - 17:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Join us on November 23, 2024, from 10 to 6 p.m., in person or virtually, for a conference designed to serve BIPOC women (Black, Indigenous, Latina, and/or Hispanic, Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Middle Eastern) in Greene County, Montgomery County, Miami County, and other counties throughout the Miami Valley.
Through various workshops, presentations, and interactive sessions, participants will gain valuable knowledge and resources to help them navigate health and wellness systems, make informed decisions, and advocate for their health needs. Through contemplation, cultivation, and care, we are excited to do the following: Equip women of color with the knowledge and tools to effectively navigate health and wellness systems. Foster collaboration among providers, community health workers, community leaders, and policymakers to address health disparities and promote health equity. Raise awareness of the unique challenges and systemic barriers faced by women of color in healthcare.
