Downtown Dayton Partnership

Film Series: In the Time of the Butterflies
2024-04-10 15:30 (America/Detroit) | Sinclair College, 444 W. Third St., Dayton, OH
Join us for a screening of the 2001 drama directed by Mariano Barroso, based on a novel by Julia Alvarez. The story is a fictionalized account of the lives of the Mirabal sisters, Dominican revolutionary activists, who opposed the dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo and were assassinated on November 25, 1960, for their part in an underground plot to overthrow the government.
There will be a facilitated discussion following the film.
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
Snacks provided!
https://sinclaircc.wufoo.com/forms/z145k5xk1pwpup0/

Exhibit: The Artistic Life of Aka Pereyma
2024-04-11, 2024-04-12, 2024-04-13, 2024-04-14, 2024-04-17, 2024-04-18 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Aka Pereyma’s art, unconventional and visionary, demonstrates a highly personal means of expression. Weaving folk-art traditions with modern artistic styles, Pereyma produced art that expressed her strong ties to her Ukrainian heritage. “I think it is my duty to introduce to the world my Ukrainian culture,” she stated. This exhibition brings together works from throughout her career, from the early 1960s into the 21st century. Not tied to a single medium, Pereyma made paintings, drawings, wood and metal sculptures, needlework, woodblock prints, ceramics and exquisitely intricate designs on pysanky eggs. Recurring themes include Ukrainian folk songs, depictions of birds to represent her love of nature, Adam and Eve (along with leaves and eggs) to symbolize men and women. The works tell stories, often through surreal, densely filled ornamentation. “More is more,” was a favorite saying. A celebration of a local artistic legend, this exhibition will highlight Pereyma’s love of color and bold design.
February 17–May 12, 2024

Artist in Training Afterschool Classes
2024-04-11 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-04-15 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-04-16 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-04-17 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-04-18 15:00 - 18:00 | K12 Gallery & TEJAS, 341 S. Jefferson St., Dayton, OH, 45402
The AIT program is an after-school art club for students in grades 6-12. Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of media while working at their own pace. By learning some of the techniques used by artists, they will train to become better at their own art making. These classes are perfect for both beginners and students who already make lots of art! The collaborative environment in our studio allows students to forge friendships, build self-confidence, and experience new perspectives while making art. Students can opt to attend one day per week, two days, or all sessions. Students are welcome to join at any point in the year. Classes are $15 for members or $30 non-members. 5 class and 10 class passes available.
Scholarship information available at https://k12tejasgallery.org/artist-in-training-afterschool-art-classes/

Film Series: STILL : A Michael J. Fox Movie
2024-04-11 15:30 | Sinclair Conference Center, 301 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Join us for a screening of the 2023 documentary by Davis Guggenheim. The directory incorporates archival and scripted elements, and recounts Fox’s extraordinary story in his own words — the improbable tale of an undersized kid from a Canadian army base who rose to the heights of stardom in 1980s Hollywood. The account of Fox’s public life, full of nostalgic thrills and cinematic gloss, will unspool alongside his never-before-seen private journey, including the years that followed his diagnosis, at 29, with Parkinson’s disease.
Intimate and honest, and produced with unprecedented access to Fox and his family, the film chronicles Fox’s personal and professional triumphs and travails and will explore what happens when an incurable optimist confronts an incurable disease. With a mix of adventure and romance, comedy and drama, watching the film will feel like … well, like a Michael J. Fox movie.
There will be a facilitated discussion following the film.
https://sinclaircc.wufoo.com/forms/z19t7um815ka2sp/

Thirsty Thursday at Corner Kitchen with Tori Lee
2024-04-11 16:00 - 22:00, 2024-04-18 16:00 - 22:00 | Corner Kitchen, 613 E. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Thirsty Thursdays with fantastic Tori Lee! Enjoy curated drinks, plates, and tracks from Tori and the CK team every Thursday starting March 14th! Specials include 9 Artisanal fat washed martinis, $5 off Prime Cuts, $9 small plates at the bar, $5 wine pours and $3 drafts.

Sunset at the Market: Community & Inclusivity
2024-04-11 17:30 - 20:30 | 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Join us for an evening of shopping & dining! Along with listening to great music from Johnathan Hamilton also visit many sustainable organizations from Montgomery County who will in attendance. Organizations such as SOPEC, City of Dayton, UD Rivers Institute, Solar United, The Food Bank, Go Zero & Drive Electric Dayton will be on hand to discuss ways to be sustainable and help our environment. The Five Rivers MetroParks Animal Ambassador’s will be there with animals that can’t be released into the wild any longer, along with a Children’s Sustainability Scavenger Hunt and a Beehive Observation Hive.

Exhibit: Person Place Thing
2024-04-12, 2024-04-13 | Dayton Society of Artists, 48 High Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
PERSON PLACE THING

APRIL 5 – MAY 18

PERSON PLACE THING is the Dayton Society of Artists’ 2024 annual spring juried exhibition. The call for art was open to all mediums, techniques, and styles. Any artist, 18 years or older, was eligible to enter. The juror was Stefan Chinov and over $900 awarded in prizes!

Second Saturday Drop-in Studio
2024-04-13 10:00 - 16:00 | The Mosaic Institute of Greater Dayton, 260 Oak St., Dayton, OH, 45410
Join us in our studio every Second Saturday of the month from 10a-4p. No need to sign up or call–just drop in!! You can take this opportunity to volunteer for the OD8-4 Memorial “The Seed of Life” OR purchase a cut out and gorgeous stained glass colors to create a mosaic for yourself! Stop by– we’d love to see you!

Purrfect Additions Adoption
2024-04-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Wild Whiskers, 33 S. St. Clair St., Ste. 2, Dayton, OH, 45410, United States
Come and meet adorable pets, for adoption.

Ye Olde Yellow Cabaret XXIII ~ The Queen’s Ball
2024-04-13 19:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
You are cordially invited…
Dress to impress for an evening of aristocratic elegance at The Queen’s Ball! Indulge in performances by the most spectacular entertainers in the Kingdom, partake of decadent food and drink, shop the finest wares from the vendor’s hall, and dance the night away beneath twinkling lights and brambles of wisteria…it will truly be a night to remember!
Will you be the Diamond of the Evening? While dressing up is NOT required, it is encouraged and you could win a prize if you impress The Royal Court!
Hosted by Gem City Arts & Entertainment LLC, Ye Olde Yellow Cabaret is Dayton’s premier variety show and dance party featuring performances by bands, burlesque, fire/flow arts, drag, belly dance, DJ, aerialists, and more. The events include a costume contest, raffles, vendors hall, drinks, and a food truck! There’s no other show like it in Dayton! 21+ only.
Special VIP show 7:00-8:00pm (presale tickets only)
Doors open for general admission 8:00pm
Performances occur throughout the night with open dancing until 1:00am
$30 general admission

Second Saturday Poetry Salon
2024-04-13 19:00 - 21:30 | Rabbit Hole Books, 27 W. First St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Come read your own work or someone else’s in a cozy, supportive environment.

“Fatale Flaw” Murder Mystery Dinner Show
2024-04-15 19:00 - 21:30 | Spaghetti Warehouse, 36 W. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, 45402
The Spaghetti Warehouse has you covered with dinner and a show! Our all new murder mystery show “Fatale Flaw” is up and running.
3 course dinner and a show 39.99 +tax.
Join Mayhem & Mystery for their newest production. Nora Dezimon and her best friend Cathy Mofitt have hired Sam Shade to find out the truth about Nora’s finacé, Harry Lemon. Is Harry cheating on her? His temper and controlling nature have Nora running scared. Harry thinks Nora is stepping out on him. Can Sam discover the truth? Will Nora escape Harry’s angry clutches? And what secret is Cathy hiding? Can you solve the crime and win a prize?
Call 937.461.3913 to make required reservations.

Fatale Flaw by Mayhem & Mystery Interactive Theatre
2024-04-15 19:00 - 21:30 | Spaghetti Warehouse, 36 W. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Nora Dezimon has hired gumshoe Sam Shade to find out if her fiancé is seeing another woman. Cathy, Nora’s best friend, seems very confused. Is it all an act? Or does she have something to hide? Harry Lemon, Nora’s fiancé acts like Nora is his property. And who are the two men seated at the table? A sudden accident during the evening calls everyone into question. Can you solve the crime?
Performances are Monday evenings plus one Friday each month at the Spaghetti Warehouse in Downtown Dayton, Ohio. Three course dinner and interactive mystery show costs $39.95 plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required. Please call the Spaghetti Warehouse at 937.461.3913 to make reservations.

DEI Article Club: “How to Unlearn Racism”
2024-04-16 15:30 | Sinclair College, 444 W. Third St., Dayton, OH
Join Sinclair’s Chief Diversity Officer, Michael Carter, for a discussion on the Scientific American article by Abigail Libers.
We are offering two days from which to choose for this discussion, with limited seating.
April 16, 2024 – 3:30 p.m.
April 25, 2024 – 11:30 a.m.
You can park for free in the garage (Lot C) under building 12 and parking passes will be provided at the discussion.
https://sinclaircc.wufoo.com/forms/zlsm1tl192jr11/

Dayton Dragons vs. Fort Wayne Tincaps
2024-04-16 19:05, 2024-04-17 19:05 | Day Air Ballpark, 220 North Patterson Blvd., Dayton, OH, 45402
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.

Tiny Thursday: Story Time and Art Project
2024-04-18 11:15 - 12:00 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Are you a toddler with an awesome parent/grandparent/caregiver who likes to take you to fun, creative weekday programs? Join us on Thursdays for our popular child and caregiver preschool program, Tiny Thursdays. Ages 2-5 and a caregiver (baby siblings welcome) are invited for story time, a gallery visit and artmaking project. 1st and 3rd Thursdays; dates vary by month
With monthly themes, each session investigates new stories and DAI collection artworks.
Cost: $6/child with member caregiver;$8/child with non-member caregiver
*For more information or to register in advance, call 937-223-4ART (4278). You may also register at Guest Services the day of the program.

Draw from the Collection
2024-04-18 13:00 - 15:30 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Get inspired, get creative, get sketching! Learn about a variety of drawing concepts and techniques with the guidance of a Museum Educator while exploring the artworks of a highlighted collection gallery each month.

Each month is an in-depth study with the objects, ideas, or processes featured in the collection galleries. Each month features a different gallery and a different drawing theme. Guests will create sketch studies of artworks featured in the gallery, then proceed to the studios to do an in-depth examination of the drawing processes and ideas featured for the month. All drawing experience levels welcome!
All materials provided, but guests may bring their own sketchbook. Open to all abilities and interests. Draw from the Collection is best for ages 12 and up. Advanced registration encouraged; drop-ins welcome.

Ages: 16 and up
Cost: $25 members, $30 non-members

Diversity Film Series: Uneven Fairways
2024-04-18 15:00 | Sinclair College, 444 W. Third St., Dayton, OH
In person film screening. FREE and open to the Public
