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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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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;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T180000
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SUMMARY:Pride on Fifth 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for another year of celebrating PRIDE in The Oregon District!\n\nWe’ve got a ton of entertainment and activities in the works- retail vendors\, kid’s activities\, two stages with music and performances from our favorite local Queens and musicians and much more!\n\nStop in to the Trolley Stop from 1-3 p.m. and Blind Bob’s from 2-6 p.m. for live music!\n\nOn the main stage! Scarlett Moon Event Productions will be taking over from 2-4:30 p.m. for a FREE show with a meet and greet to follow!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/pride-on-fifth-2025/
LOCATION:The Oregon District\, E. Fifth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Free Events,Live Music,Performing Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T020000
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SUMMARY:SPECTRUM: A Pride House Party – Ages 21+
DESCRIPTION:SPECTRUM: A Pride House Party is an electrifying celebration where the vibrant energy of Pride meets the pulsating beats of house. Get ready for an inclusive and exhilarating night of music\, dancing\, and community spirit! Come as you are and dance for Pride! No frills\, just simply dance!\n\n21+ NO COVER\n\nSee you on the dancefloor!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/spectrum-a-pride-house-party-ages-21/
LOCATION:The Stage Door\, 44 N. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Community,Free Events,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T183000
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SUMMARY:Free Yoga – Arcade Arts & Wellness
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Arcade Arts & Wellness Series is a rejuvenating journey with a variety of local yoga instructors amidst the timeless charm of this iconic landmark. Come and join us for these exciting events! \nTraditional Yoga with Michelle Daniel of The Lifestyle Technique | The Arcade’s Rotunda\, 35 W. Fourth St. Wednesday\, May 7 – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Wednesday\, June 11 – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Wednesday\, July 2 – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nThis series is free and open to all but may require Eventbrite pre-registration and on-site waivers. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/arcade-arts-wellness-yoga-tickets-1279326974419?aff=oddtdtcreator \nDoors open to registered participants 15 minutes before the start of each class. Equipment will not be provided. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise or wellness program. After your practice ends\, plan to shop from a curated selection of vendors. We’ll see you at the Arcade on the mat soon! \nSeries Presented by: The Contemporary Dayton\, Friends of the Dayton Arcade\, and The Hub Powered by PNC Bank
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/free-yoga-arcade-arts-wellness/2025-06-11/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Community,Free Events,Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T160000
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SUMMARY:Summer Tea Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a little party on the first day of Summer to celebrate the season and help us raise some money towards finding a new location for Rabbit Hole Books’ parent organization\, Dayton Book Fair. \nEnjoy free tea and a blind date with a book! $10 tea cups will be available as well as free will donations.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/summer-tea-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Rabbit Hole Books\, 27 W. First St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Charity / Fundraiser,Free Events,Kids / Family,Literary,Nonprofits & Grants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T170000
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CREATED:20250321T185611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T195953Z
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SUMMARY:LaunchPad
DESCRIPTION:LaunchPad is a free\, monthly event designed for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, creatives and startup founders looking to grow\, learn\, and connect. \nFrom April to August\, each event will focus on Marketing\, Money\, or Business\, featuring expert speakers\, panel discussions\, and networking opportunities. \n\nThese events lead up to Launch Dayton Startup Week on September 9-10—the 10th anniversary of Dayton’s biggest gathering for entrepreneurs—so\, mark your calendars!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/launch-pad-2/2025-06-26/
LOCATION:The Hub powered by PNC Bank\, 31 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Business & Finance,Community,Entrepreneurs,Free Events,Professional / Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T183000
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SUMMARY:Artist Talk: Laura Sanders
DESCRIPTION:An evening with the talented artist Laura Sanders at The Contemporary Dayton! Join us for an intimate discussion about her creative process\, inspirations\, and latest works. Get a behind-the-scenes look at her stunning pieces and gain insight into the mind of this visionary artist. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to meet Laura in person and delve into the world of contemporary art!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/artist-talk-laura-sanders/
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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