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SUMMARY:Vinyl Vinyl Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Sunday – Vinyl Vinyl Sunday – bring your records\, we’ll play ’em
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/vinyl-vinyl-sundays/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:The Barrel House\, 417 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Polar Bear Express
DESCRIPTION:Book a ride on the abominably decorated Pedal Wagon for a 2-hour pedaling adventure through the fest streets of Dayton and to the best bars and restaurants. Reservations required. pedalwagon.com/dayton
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/polar-bear-express-2/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Downtown Dayton
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SUMMARY:Ice Skating
DESCRIPTION:Sheltered under the covered pavilion\, the MetroParks Ice Rink sets the scene as a perfect winter wonderland in downtown Dayton. While the rink is open\, you can enjoy delicious treats from the concession area\, including a cup of hot chocolate. Take advantage of fun skating activities\, such as lessons\, themed skating nights and more. Visit metroparks.org/ice-rink to learn more\, find daily open hours\, and see a schedule of events. Admission: $7 daily\, ice skate rental: $3 daily. Season passes available. Ages 3 and under are free with a paying adult. 278-2607.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/ice-skating-2/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:RiverScape MetroPark\, 237 E Monument Ave\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:RESILIENCE
DESCRIPTION:Resilience opens at the Edward A. Dixon Gallery on February 5th featuring several local artists ranging from a University Student to 30 year career artists. This exhibition is the gallery’s response to Black History month and features images that are powerful\, regal and positive. Please\, mark your calendars for the Opening Reception on Thursday\, February 5th from 5pm-8pm. The exhibition dates are February 5th through March 15th.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/resilience/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Edward A. Dixon Gallery\, 222 N. St. Clair St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Tony Foster\, Exploring Time: A Painter’s Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Tony Foster\, Exploring Time: A Painter’s Perspective\nFebruary 21–May 17\, 2026\, Gallery 120 \nBetween 2007 and 2025\, Tony Foster embarked on his 19th Journey\, building it around a profound and layered theme: time. Across this body of work\, he investigates how time shapes the land—from the quick shifts of light and weather\, to the slow rhythms of seasons\, to the immense scales of biological and geological transformation. As Foster explains\, his aim is “to draw attention to the unseen forces that create place.” \nExploring Time brings together a remarkable series of watercolor diaries that capture nature in motion. His paintings reveal signs of change on multiple fronts: geological upheavals\, biological cycles and the marks left by human activity. With a discerning eye\, Foster records not only nature’s strength and resilience but also its vulnerability\, even in landscapes once dominated by industry and later reclaimed. \nIn a world where environmental change is often conveyed through striking images of global warming\, Foster offers a different perspective\, one that considers Earth’s continual evolution and the visible traces of time’s passage. Organized into four themes: geological\, biological\, human and the fleeting\, this exhibition invites viewers to engage with time at every scale\, from the span of a moment to the stretch of millennia\, while reflecting on the enduring impact of human presence.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/tony-foster-exploring-time-a-painters-perspective/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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SUMMARY:Oscar Shorts 2026 Animation
DESCRIPTION:We’re delighted to once again bring all the Oscar nominees for “Best Animated Short Film” (plus one additional film that was shortlisted) starting Feb. 20.\nHere are this year’s films:\nTHE THREE SISTERS – Dir. Konstantin Bronzit | Israel\, Cyprus | 14min\nFOREVERGREEN – Dir. Nathan Engelhardt and Jeremy Spears | United States | 13min\nTHE GIRL WHO CRIED PEARLS – Dir. Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski | Canada | 17min\nBUTTERFLY – Dir. Florence Miailhe | France | 15min\nRETIREMENT PLAN – Dir. John Kelly | Ireland | 7min\nÉIRU **Shortlisted- Dir. Giovanna Ferrari | Ireland | 13min\nSome films in this program include some disturbing and mature content and may not be suitable for young children.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/oscar-shorts-2026-animation/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T140000
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SUMMARY:Pencil and Prompts: Drawing Basics
DESCRIPTION:Sharpen up your sketching skills with a local artist providing you insights and inspirations into the world of drawing. Basic drawing materials provided. Guests are welcome to bring their own graphite drawing materials if desired. No drawing experience necessary. Each session provides insights on a different theme or drawing technique. Experimentation is strongly encouraged. \nCost: \nNon-Members – $35\nMembers – $25 \nPre-registration required  \nLocation:\nDayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton 45403 \nClass Prompt: \nPortrait drawing \nDate & Time: \nSun. February 22\, 12:45 – 2 PM \nAbout your Instructor:\nMatthew Burgy is a multidisciplinary artist specializing in sculpture and painting\, with years of experience organizing and leading art workshops. An active member of the local artist community\, Matthew’s work explores movement\, form\, and expression through kinetic sculptures\, jewelry\, and paintings. Matthew continuously collaborates with organizations such as Culture Works to engage the community through his artistic process. He is a proud member of the Front Street artist community\, where he creates\, exhibits\, and sells his work from his studio (#3345) on the third floor of Building 100’s BC entrance. 
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/pencil-and-prompts-drawing-basics/
LOCATION:Dayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Midwinter Break
DESCRIPTION:Longtime retired couple Stella and Gerry realize that their relationship has reached a crossroads while on holiday in Amsterdam. After so much time and so many memories\, long-held promises and deeply concealed wounds threaten to come to light and force them to confront their future.\nA stirring meditation on faith\, commitment\, and the enduring power of love.\nDirector\nPolly Findlay\nProducer\nGuy Heeley\, Floor Onrust\nCast\nLesley Manville\, Julie Lamberton\, Ciarán Hinds
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/midwinter-break/2026-02-22/1/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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SUMMARY:Buckeye Wedding Expo
DESCRIPTION:Engagement season is in full bloom\, and the Buckeye Wedding Expo is set to fill the historic Dayton Arcade with all of the area’s best wedding vendors. On Saturday\, February 21\, and Sunday\, February 22\, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM engaged couples and their guests are invited to experience this high-energy\, interactive planning environment. Breaking away from the traditional “pipe-and-drape” trade show model\, the Buckeye Wedding Expo offers an experience-driven approach. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet industry experts face to face while sampling food\, drink and entertainment from talented artists Event Highlights Include: Sample Food and Drink: Sample gourmet catering\, signature cocktails\, and artisan cakes from Dayton’s finest culinary experts. Bridal Fashion Show: Take a seat at the main stage for a captivating display of the latest wedding fashions from one of our local boutiques\, Bahar & Reza Bridal. Wedding Showcase: A visually stunning example of what a wedding reception can look like with vision and the right vendor team. Networking Opportunities: Ample time for attendees to connect with potential vendors\, such as\, venues\, caterers\, DJ’s\, photographers\, florist\, and more. Event Décor Re-Sale: Gently used items are given another life at our re-sale area. Local couples and wedding vendors come together to offer wedding treasures from decor to accessories. “Buckeye Wedding Expo was created out of a desire to revitalize and redefine the wedding show industry.” Says Shawn Huey\, Owner at Buckeye Wedding Expo and Legacy Event Group. “We offer a fresh and innovative approach that focuses on personalization\, creativity\, and the celebration of love all while inspiring couples to envision their perfect day in a new and meaningful way. This isn’t just about collecting business cards—it’s about seeing\, tasting\, and feeling your wedding vision come to life.” Tickets & Attendance Tickets are $10.00 with buy one get one free online. Children 12 and under are free. Early registration is encouraged to ensure personalized lanyards for engaged attendees\, which help vendors provide tailored information based on the wedding date. For more information\, to purchase tickets\, or to inquire about vendor booth space\, please visit www.buckeyeweddingexpo.com.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/buckeye-wedding-expo-2/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Penguin Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Part of MetroParks Ice Rink Family Skate Days series \nPenguin Palooza\n1:00pm – 5:00pm \nAGE: All ages | $10.00 | Financial Assistance\n\nReady to celebrate the last family skate of the season in true penguin fashion? Waddle on over to the MetroParks Ice Rink for a day of penguin palooza! Skate to your favorite family-friendly hits\, grab some hot chocolate\, get creative with a FREE penguin craft\, and visit with Parker the Penguin. Weather Dependent. \nGuests are encouraged to participate in family activities including a featured theme table\, coloring pages\, scavenger hunt\, and Penguin Toss. The Penguin Toss is free to all skaters and takes place at approximately 3pm. Participants will receive a penguin to toss onto the ice\, and whoever lands their penguin closest to the target will receive one of three prizes. \nSkaters are welcome to relax in one of several warming areas\, including a heated comfort tent containing games and seating. The RiverScape Cafe will also be open\, offering a variety of food and drinks (including our delicious hot cocoa!) for purchase. Admission is $7\, Skate Rental is $3\, and there are a limited number of skate helpers available for free. Visitors receive a 75% discount – $1.75 admission and $0.75 skate rental – on admission and skate rental by presenting either a SNAP/EBT or Access to Nature card at the Rental Office. This discount is made possible by Five Rivers MetroParks’ Access to Nature financial assistance program\, supported by the Five Rivers MetroParks Foundation.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/penguin-palooza/
LOCATION:RiverScape MetroPark\, 237 E Monument Ave\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T140000
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SUMMARY:Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
DESCRIPTION:JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT bursts to life with a vibrant\, song-filled retelling of Joseph\, his dazzling coat\, and his unforgettable journey. Guided by the spirited Narrators\, we follow Joseph — the favorite son — whose jealous brothers sell him into slavery. In Egypt\, he rises and falls in Potiphar’s household\, only to discover his incredible gift for interpreting dreams behind prison walls. His talent brings him before an Elvis-style Pharaoh\, where Joseph’s brilliance saves Egypt from famine\, earns him a place at Pharaoh’s side\, and ultimately reunites him with his family in a joyful\, triumphant finale.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/joseph-and-the-amazing-technicolor-dreamcoat/2026-02-22/1/
LOCATION:PNC Arts Annex\, 46 N. Ludlow St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Oscar Shorts 2026 Live Action
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nAll five Oscar nominees for “Best Live Action Short Film” will head to THE NEON starting Feb. 20.\nHere are this year’s contenders:\nTHE SINGERS – Dir. Sam A. Davis | United States | 18min\nBUTCHER’S STAIN – Dir. Meyer Levinson-Blount | Israel | 26min\nA FRIEND OF DOROTHY – Dir. Lee Knight | United Kingdom | 21min\nTWO PEOPLE EXCHANGING SALIVA – Dir. Alexandre Singh and Natalie Musteata | France\, United States | 36min\nJANE AUSTEN’S PERIOD DRAMA – Dir. Julia Aks and Steve Pinder | United States | 12min\nSome films in this program contain adult language\, adult themes\, and sensual images. Recommended for persons 17 and up.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/oscar-shorts-2026-live-action/2026-02-22/1/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T143000
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SUMMARY:Tchaikovsky’s The Sleeping Beauty
DESCRIPTION:An unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages\, THE SLEEPING BEAUTY unfolds like a beautiful dream – where good triumphs over evil\, love breaks a curse\, and music and dancing transport you to a world of fantasy. You’ve seen the movie\, but the ballet is an immersive experience for the senses boasting lush scenery\, gorgeous recognizable music\, and dazzling dancing.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/tchaikovskys-the-sleeping-beauty/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center\, 1 West Second Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Sketcher Social Session: Advanced Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Join in the fun with fellow sketching enthusiasts for an in-depth experience with drawing. Each session provides basic graphite materials and bringing your own advanced dry mediums (charcoal\, chalk\, colored pencil\, etc.) is encouraged. Each session also includes a time for friendly drawing critique and discussion moderated by a local artist of any work made during the session or of a recent drawing that you would like feedback on. Experimentation and imaginative exploration of topics discussed is strongly encouraged! Each month has a different theme and guests are encouraged to collaborate on future themes as desired. \nCost: \nNon-Members – $40\nMembers – $30 \nPre-registration Required \nLocation:\nDayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton 45403 \nDate & Time: \nSun. February 22\, 2:30 – 4:30 PM \nAbout your Instructor:\nMatthew Burgy is a multidisciplinary artist specializing in sculpture and painting\, with years of experience organizing and leading art workshops. An active member of the local artist community\, Matthew’s work explores movement\, form\, and expression through kinetic sculptures\, jewelry\, and paintings. Matthew continuously collaborates with organizations such as Culture Works to engage the community through his artistic process. He is a proud member of the Front Street artist community\, where he creates\, exhibits\, and sells his work from his studio (#3345) on the third floor of Building 100’s BC entrance. 
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/sketcher-social-session-advanced-drawing/
LOCATION:Dayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Organ Concert
DESCRIPTION:An organ concert by Dr. Roy Belfield\, Jr. is slated for Sunday\, February 22\, 2026 at 4 p.m at the church. Dr. Belfield holds degrees in music from Morehouse College\, Florida State University\, and a Doctor of Musical Arts in organ performance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory. Currently\, Dr. Belfield is the Director of Choirs and Orchestra at Goucher College in Maryland and serves as accompanist for several choirs.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/organ-concert/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 111 Monument Ave\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260224
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SUMMARY:Sandra Aska\, Andy Holliday\, & Paul Rienzo Exhibits
DESCRIPTION:The Sinclair Community College Art Department is pleased to present works by Sandra Aska\, Andy Holliday\, and Paul Rienzo in the Burnell R. Roberts Triangle Gallery and Works on Paper Gallery. Capturing moments of perplexity\, quirkiness\, thoughtfulness\, and beauty\, Aska gives clay life through her figurative sculptures. Toolmarks and fingerprints left in the works imbue an expressionistic looseness to the forms. She works intuitively by allowing each form to emerge from the clay and invites the viewer to offer their own interpretation. Holliday’s non-representational prints stem from images that are observed\, recorded\, and repeatedly reprocessed through systems to alter them. Exploring the idea of attention as a measure of value\, he gathers an archive of media to process\, builds complexity\, and subsequently creates the final work through traditional printmaking techniques. Rienzo’s photorealistic still life paintings explore archetypal themes found across cultures and historical periods. The depicted objects are laden with symbolic power and when combined with others from differing cultures and eras\, explore the idea of untold myths and interconnectivity. There will be a virtual artist talk via Zoom on February 20\, 2026\, at 12pm. Visit www.sinclair.edu/artgalleries for details. The exhibitions will be on display from February 10 – March 13\, 2026. 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. Free and accessible parking is located in Parking Lot K.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/sandra-aska-andy-holliday-paul-rienzo-exhibits/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Galleries at Sinclair College\, 444 W. Third St.\, Bldg. 13\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T180000
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SUMMARY:Artist in Training (AIT) Program
DESCRIPTION:After school Artist in Training program geared for grades 3rd-12th grades. Classes are Monday-Wednesdays from 3:00pm-6:00pm. Open Studio time to explore different types of mediums such as Drawing\, Painting\, Clay\, Digital Art.  20.00 per session for Members/40.00 per session for Non-Members.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/artist-in-training-ait-program/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:K12 Gallery & TEJAS\, 341 S. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T113000
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SUMMARY:Magic Carpet Concerts: Hansel & Gretel
DESCRIPTION:Join Hansel and Gretel as they navigate a magical forest\, encountering a delectable gingerbread house and triumphantly defeating a wicked witch in this engaging adaptation of the classic fairy tale. This performance\, created specifically for young audiences\, blends the orchestral music of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and the artistry of the Dayton Opera Artists-in-Residence with narration and dialogue.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/magic-carpet-concerts-hansel-gretel/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Dayton Masonic Center\, 525 W. Riverview Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405-4702\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T150000
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SUMMARY:Adult Weekday Classes
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday and Wednesday weekday classes: Tuesdays (September-May) Stained Glass Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Ceramics/Clay Classes: 3:00pm-5:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 3:30pm-5:30pm Wednesdays (September-May) Still Life Oil Painting Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 2:00pm-4:00pm or 6:00pm-8:00pm. Call for Costs.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/adult-weekday-classes/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:K12 Gallery & TEJAS\, 341 S. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T135948
CREATED:20250924T114552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T114552Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Weekday Classes
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday and Wednesday weekday classes: Tuesdays (September-May) Stained Glass Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Ceramics/Clay Classes: 3:00pm-5:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 3:30pm-5:30pm Wednesdays (September-May) Still Life Oil Painting Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 2:00pm-4:00pm or 6:00pm-8:00pm. Call for Costs.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/adult-weekday-classes-2/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:K12 Gallery & TEJAS\, 341 S. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T173000
DTSTAMP:20260523T135948
CREATED:20250924T114821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T114821Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Weekday Classes
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday and Wednesday weekday classes: Tuesdays (September-May) Stained Glass Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Ceramics/Clay Classes: 3:00pm-5:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 3:30pm-5:30pm Wednesdays (September-May) Still Life Oil Painting Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 2:00pm-4:00pm or 6:00pm-8:00pm. Call for Costs.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/adult-weekday-classes-3/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:K12 Gallery & TEJAS\, 341 S. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T230000
DTSTAMP:20260523T135948
CREATED:20250528T120726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T120726Z
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SUMMARY:Karaoke
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays – Karaoke with @raineyday.entertainment – $5 off full draft flights until 9 p.m.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/karaoke-2/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:The Barrel House\, 417 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T230000
DTSTAMP:20260523T135948
CREATED:20250318T140916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T140916Z
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SUMMARY:Karaoke with Zane
DESCRIPTION:Yellow Cab Tavern Karaoke is BACK every Tuesday at 8pm with MC Zane Gerlach!\nEntry is always free!\nWith a catalog of over 60\,000 songs\, we have your favorites to sing…and if we don’t\, we’ll do everything we can to get it for you!\nGet your friends and family together and we’ll see you on Tuesday nights at The Yellow Cab Tavern!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/karaoke-with-zane/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Yellow Cab Tavern\, 700 E 4th St\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTSTAMP:20260523T135948
CREATED:20260212T154426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T154426Z
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SUMMARY:Gretchen Durst Jacobs: What the Body Carries
DESCRIPTION:Gretchen Durst Jacobs: What the Body Carries\nFebruary 4 – 28\, 2026 \nOpening Reception: February 4\, 6 – 8 pm \nClosing Reception: February 28\, 4 – 6 pm \n  \nGretchen Durst Jacobs: What the Body Carries features new work from the Dayton-based artist. These encaustic monotypes\, which merge painting with printmaking\, emanate from the body\, using gesture\, scale\, and repetition to explore how experience is physically and emotionally carried. Her abstract compositions balance intuition and structure\, with grids often acting as quiet frameworks that hold movement\, memory\, and sensation in tension. Each encaustic monotype\, created through a process that uses hot wax and pigment transferred onto a surface\, is unique\, and invites viewers to contemplate how feeling takes shape through mark\, color\, and rhythm. \nArtist Statement \nMy paintings and prints begin with the body. Rooted in somatic experience and attentive to the inner life\, the work explores how feeling is carried\, processed\, and transformed through physical gesture. I often work at a scale that matches my full reach—fingertip to fingertip—so each mark records movement\, presence\, and intuition. At times a grid enters the work as a quiet stabilizing force\, allowing chaos\, memory\, and motion to coexist within a shared structure. \nAlthough abstract\, the work is grounded in more than twenty-five years of painting from direct observation. What has long drawn me to the landscape is how closely it mirrors human experience—its resilience and adaptation\, its tenderness\, and its moments of tension. Through color\, gesture\, and layered marks\, I move through lived experience as a continuum\, allowing feeling to take shape. Each work is an attempt to reconcile emotion with form\, to honor what we carry\, and to give shape to what cannot always be spoken. \nAll artworks in this exhibition are available for purchase. Please visit the reception desk or speak to a Staff member to purchase. Proceeds support both the artist and The Contemporary Dayton’s mission to connect artists and audiences through accessible\, engaging contemporary art experiences. \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Artist\n \nGretchen Durst Jacobs creates abstract paintings and prints\, often utilizing a grid and bold\, gestural marks to explore our relationship with the self and the natural world. She received her MFA from the University of Cincinnati in 2008 and her BFA from Wright State University in 2000. She attended the New York Studio School for Drawing and Painting Marathons and Summer Sessions in 2000 and 2003. In 2024\, she received the Montgomery County Arts and Cultural District Individual Artist Grant. \nHer work has been exhibited extensively throughout the United States and Internationally. Regional exhibitions include the Dayton Museum of Art; Manifest Gallery\, Cincinnati\, OH; Dana L. Wiley Gallery\, Dayton\, OH; University of Cincinnati\, Cincinnati\, OH; the Morgan Conservatory\, Cleveland\, OH; and Ohio Northern University\, Ada\, OH. Her international exhibitions include the Lambton Heritage Museum\, Ontario\, Canada; Alten Feuerwache Loschwitz and Grafikwerkstatt\, Dresden\, Germany; and the Dayton/Kyoto Print Exchange\, Kyoto\, Japan. She has permanent public art installations on view at the Dayton Metro Library and the Kettering Government Center. \nShe is represented by the Dana L. Wiley Gallery. Durst Jacobs works full time in her studio in Dayton\, Ohio\, and also maintains a studio in Ontario\, Canada. Since 2017\, she has served as the President of the Dayton Printmakers Cooperative.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/gretchen-durst-jacobs-what-the-body-carries/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260523T135948
CREATED:20260115T144859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T144859Z
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SUMMARY:Interviewing 101 with Clothes That Work
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library\, through its Workforce Education Program Initiative\, continues its partnership with Clothes That Work to provide valuable career development opportunities. \nResume Rescue with Clothes That Work \n\nWednesday\, January 21\, 10-11 am\, Main Library\, Opportunity Center\nWednesday\, February 18\, 10-11 am\, Main Library\, Opportunity Center\n\nLearn to create a standout resume by crafting strong summaries\, highlighting key skills\, optimizing for applicant tracking systems\, and marketing effectively. Registration required. \nInterviewing 101 with Clothes That Work:  \n\nWednesday\, January 28\, 10-11 am\, Main Library\, Opportunity Center\nThursday\, February 12\, 12-1 pm\, Electra C. Doren Branch\nWednesday\, February 25\, 10-11 am\, Main Library\, Opportunity Center\n\nGain confidence in answering questions\, develop a winning elevator pitch\, and master online interviews. Registration required. \nHow to Stand Out in a Competitive Job Market \n\nWednesday\, February 18\, 2-4 pm\, West Branch\n\nLearn how to showcase skills\, optimize resumes and cover letters\, ace interviews\, and leverage networking opportunities. Registration required. \nClothes that Work is a grassroots nonprofit organization that provides professional workplace clothing\, confidence-building resources\, and soft skills training for job seekers in the Miami Valley. Its Workforce Education Initiative curriculum was designed by area professionals specializing in workforce development and education. For additional information about this organization\, visit clothesthatwork.org. \nFor more information about these programs and to register\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/interviewing-101-with-clothes-that-work/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T135948
CREATED:20250924T114923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T114923Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Weekday Classes
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday and Wednesday weekday classes: Tuesdays (September-May) Stained Glass Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Ceramics/Clay Classes: 3:00pm-5:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 3:30pm-5:30pm Wednesdays (September-May) Still Life Oil Painting Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 2:00pm-4:00pm or 6:00pm-8:00pm. Call for Costs.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/adult-weekday-classes-4/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:K12 Gallery & TEJAS\, 341 S. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T135948
CREATED:20250924T115009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T115030Z
UID:10039986-1772028000-1772035200@downtowndayton.org
SUMMARY:Adult Weekday Classes
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday and Wednesday weekday classes: Tuesdays (September-May) Stained Glass Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Ceramics/Clay Classes: 3:00pm-5:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 3:30pm-5:30pm Wednesdays (September-May) Still Life Oil Painting Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 2:00pm-4:00pm or 6:00pm-8:00pm. Call for Costs.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/adult-weekday-classes-5/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:K12 Gallery & TEJAS\, 341 S. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T184500
DTSTAMP:20260523T135948
CREATED:20260204T132133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T132133Z
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SUMMARY:Wil Haygood – The War Within a War
DESCRIPTION:We are happy to host a DLPP favorite — Wil Haygood\, DLPP’s 2022 Ambassador Richard C. Holbrooke Lifetime Achievement Award Winner\, as he discusses his new book The War Within a War: The Black Struggle in Vietnam and at Home.Moderating the evening’s discussion will be Retired USAF Lt. Gen. Richard V. Reynolds\, who was the Vice Commander of Air Force Materiel Command at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base\, Ohio. During their talk\, Wil will explore how the Vietnam War became a mirror for the struggle of Black Americans — fighting for freedom abroad while demanding equality at home — and a powerful lens through which to understand the racial and political divides that continue to shape American life. Hosted by the Dayton Literary Peace Prize Foundation in partnership with The Dayton Metro Library and The University of Dayton. Complimentary Tickets/RSVP:  https://www.daytonliterarypeaceprize.org/get-involved/#events
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/wil-haygood-the-war-within-a-war/
LOCATION:Roger Glass Center for the Performing Arts\, 29 E. Creative Way\, Dayton\, OH\, 45469
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T184000
DTSTAMP:20260523T135948
CREATED:20260112T182355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T182355Z
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SUMMARY:Lent Taizé Services of Prayer and Meditation
DESCRIPTION:February 25; March 4\, 11\, 18\, 25 (Wednesdays) – 6:00-6:40 p.m. Taizé Service of Prayer and Meditation – Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 125 N. Wilkinson St.\, Downtown Dayton – a light supper follows each service.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/lent-taize-services-of-prayer-and-meditation/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 125 N. Wilkinson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T135948
CREATED:20250924T115115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T115115Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Weekday Classes
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday and Wednesday weekday classes: Tuesdays (September-May) Stained Glass Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Ceramics/Clay Classes: 3:00pm-5:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 3:30pm-5:30pm Wednesdays (September-May) Still Life Oil Painting Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 2:00pm-4:00pm or 6:00pm-8:00pm. Call for Costs.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/adult-weekday-classes-6/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:K12 Gallery & TEJAS\, 341 S. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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