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SUMMARY:First Friday
DESCRIPTION:The beginning of every month starts with a bang in downtown Dayton. First Friday is a free art hop featuring exhibit openings at the galleries\, along with a variety of entertainment options\, arts demonstrations\, live music and more. Add to that everything going on at the restaurants\, bars\, nightclubs\, theaters\, comedy club\, movie theater and more that make up the downtown mix. First Friday is presented by the Downtown Dayton Partnership. For more info and specific event details\, visit the First Friday Facebook page. 224-1518.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/first-friday/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:Downtown Dayton
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SUMMARY:Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man
DESCRIPTION:Birmingham\, 1940. Amidst the chaos of WWII\, Tommy Shelby is driven back from a self-imposed exile to face his most destructive reckoning yet. With the future of the family and the country at stake\, Tommy must face his own demons\, and choose whether to confront his legacy\, or burn it to the ground. By order of the Peaky Blinders…
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/peaky-blinders-the-immortal-man/2026-03-06/2/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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SUMMARY:Calle Malaga
DESCRIPTION:Maria Angeles\, a 79-year-old Spanish woman\, lives alone in Tangier\, Morocco\, and enjoys her daily routine. However\, her life is turned upside down when her daughter arrives from Madrid to sell the apartment in which she has always lived. Determined to stay\, she does everything she can to get her home and her belongings back and\, unexpectedly\, rediscovers love and sensuality.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/calle-malaga/2026-03-06/2/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T180000
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SUMMARY:Friday Night Paint-In
DESCRIPTION:Friday Night Paint-In on first Fridays of every month between October 2025-April 2026. 2 sessions available 4:00pm-6:00pm and 6:00pm-8:00pm. Bring your own beverage of choice and a snack. $30.00 per person Register online: www.k12tejasgallery.org or in person at K12 TEJAS Gallery 341 S. Jefferson St. Dayton\, OH 45402
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/friday-night-paint-in/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:K12 Gallery & TEJAS\, 341 S. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T122000
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SUMMARY:Calle Malaga
DESCRIPTION:Maria Angeles\, a 79-year-old Spanish woman\, lives alone in Tangier\, Morocco\, and enjoys her daily routine. However\, her life is turned upside down when her daughter arrives from Madrid to sell the apartment in which she has always lived. Determined to stay\, she does everything she can to get her home and her belongings back and\, unexpectedly\, rediscovers love and sensuality.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/calle-malaga/2026-03-06/1/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T170000
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SUMMARY:Living Legacy: The Permanent Collection of The Dayton Society of Artists
DESCRIPTION:Founded in 1938\, the Dayton Society of Artists (DSA) has been a vital part of the Miami Valley’s cultural landscape for more than eight decades\, dedicated to connecting\, supporting\, and educating artists and the community. The DSA Permanent Collection reflects this enduring legacy\, preserving works by past and present members whose practices span generations\, media\, and artistic approaches. Featuring artists such as Edward Burroughs\, Rosalie Lowery\, Jane Reese\, Gerald Jerry Page\, Siegfried Weng\, and Robert Koepnick\, this exhibition offers a glimpse into the creative voices that have shaped the organization over time. Together\, these works function not only as individual expressions\, but as a living record of the Dayton Society of Artists’ ongoing commitment to artistic excellence\, experimentation\, and community engagement.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/living-legacy-the-permanent-collection-of-the-dayton-society-of-artists/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:Dayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T182414Z
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SUMMARY:Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man
DESCRIPTION:Birmingham\, 1940. Amidst the chaos of WWII\, Tommy Shelby is driven back from a self-imposed exile to face his most destructive reckoning yet. With the future of the family and the country at stake\, Tommy must face his own demons\, and choose whether to confront his legacy\, or burn it to the ground. By order of the Peaky Blinders…
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/peaky-blinders-the-immortal-man/2026-03-06/1/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T120000
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SUMMARY:The Art of Sound Healing
DESCRIPTION:Learn from the Wenches of Wormwood\, a Market vendor the benefits of sound healing. Sound healing uses gentle vibrations and tones to support relaxation and nervous system regulation. Research suggests that sound-based meditation can help reduce stress\, ease tension\, and promote a calm\, focused state by encouraging the body to shift out of “fight or flight” and into rest. This free sound bath offers a simple opportunity to pause\, reset\, and leave feeling more grounded and refreshed.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/the-art-of-sound-healing/
LOCATION:2nd Street Market\, 600 E. Second St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, USA
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SUMMARY:Member’s Spotlight Exhibition: Elisha Frontz: vernal equinox
DESCRIPTION:Elisha Frontz: vernal equinox March 4 – 28\, 2026 Opening Reception: March 4\, 6 – 8 pm Closing Reception: March 28\, 4 – 6 pm \nElisha Frontz: vernal equinox features recent work by a Dayton-based artist\, musician\, and poet. Working with an interdisciplinary sensibility\, Frontz allows material investigation and musicality to inform one another. Her process balances technical precision with intuitive gesture\, resulting in compositions that feel at once deliberate and emergent. These mixed-media paintings—watercolor on paper combined with sewing patterns\, string\, and brass tacks—celebrate the vernal equinox\, the astronomical beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. As the sun crosses the celestial equator\, day and night reach near equilibrium\, marking a moment of balance\, transition\, and renewal that resonates through Frontz’s layered materials and luminous palette. All artworks in this exhibition are available for purchase. Please visit the reception desk or speak to a staff member for more information. Proceeds support both the artist and The Contemporary Dayton’s mission to connect artists and audiences through accessible\, engaging contemporary art experiences.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/members-spotlight-exhibition-elisha-frontz-vernal-equinox/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Becoming: 70 Years of Growth\, Expression\, and Possibility
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library’s newest art exhibit\, Becoming: 70 Years of Growth\, Expression\, and Possibility\, will be on display Sunday\, March 1 – Tuesday\, March 31\, in the Main Library’s The 2nd Floor Gallery. \nBecoming celebrates the artists of United Rehabilitation Services (URS) and the ways creativity serves as a powerful form of communication\, identity\, and connection. \nFor 70 years\, URS has supported children and adults with developmental and acquired disabilities as they grow\, explore independence\, and express who they are. Their artwork reflects a journey of becoming\, not as a fixed destination but an ongoing process shaped by experience\, curiosity\, collaboration\, and self-expression. \nThe exhibit features a wide range of abilities\, styles\, and mediums. Some pieces were created individually\, while others were created collaboratively\, emphasizing the importance of community\, shared effort\, and collective voice. The scale of the work is intentionally varied\, ranging from small\, intimate pieces to large-format installations\, mirroring the diversity of expression within the disability community. \nPresented during Disabilities Awareness Month\, Becoming invites viewers to look beyond labels and assumptions to see creativity\, agency\, and possibility. Each piece tells a story\, not of limitation\, but of growth\, imagination\, and presence. \nFor more information\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org/Exhibits or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/becoming-70-years-of-growth-expression-and-possibility/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, 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/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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SUMMARY:Temporary Exhibit: Ordinary Lives
DESCRIPTION:“Ordinary Lives imagines Palestinian existence as an unbroken continuum—a lineage of care\, memory\, and everyday beauty that stretches from ancient ritual to the present moment. Across the gallery\, Mona Gazala’s photographic works and George Harb’s intimate family archive come together to affirm that Palestinian life is shaped not solely by survival\, but by an enduring inheritance of joy\, dignity\, and deep interior worlds. \n \nIn Gazala’s images\, ancestral echoes surface through gestures and objects that bridge archaeology and lived experience. Portraits that invoke ancient forms of veneration and photographs that draw on the quiet symbolism of archaeological fragments work in concert to honor the overlooked\, the ordinary\, and the deeply rooted. Whether reimagining the visual language of early ancestral practices or elevating humble shards as vessels of story\, these works collectively underscore a truth that stretches across millennia: what persists is reverence—reverence for family\, land\, and the accumulated layers of Palestinian life. \n \nThese themes resonate through the collage of George Harb’s archival videos and photographs spanning the diaspora\, Ramallah\, Jerusalem\, and greater Palestine. His extensive family documentation—childhood scenes\, celebrations\, rites of passage\, and landscapes of home—reveals generations living with tenderness\, intuition\, and grounded connection. It offers a glimpse of Palestinian joy and interiority\, sustained independently of external forces and carried forward despite trauma. \n \nTogether\, Gazala’s contemporary works and Harb’s historical archive form a unified narrative of continuity: a testament to the ancient and ongoing pulse of Palestinian life. Their stories—rooted in ritual\, memory\, everyday gestures\, and deep familial ties—assert that Palestinian presence has never been broken.”
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/temporary-exhibit-ordinary-lives/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:The International Peace Museum\, 10 N. Ludlow St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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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/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:Galleries at Sinclair College\, 444 W. Third St.\, Bldg. 13\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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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/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:Edward A. Dixon Gallery\, 222 N. St. Clair St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T200000
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CREATED:20250318T142048Z
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SUMMARY:Music Bingo Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:We have music bingo every Thursday! It’s free to play\, lots of fun\, hosted by KG\, and there are prizes galore. Come check it out!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/music-bingo-thursdays/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:The Trolley Stop\, 530 E. Fifth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T223000
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CREATED:20250528T121150Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Night – sign up online\, then show up and show out.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/open-mic-night/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:The Barrel House\, 417 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T193000
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CREATED:20260224T175826Z
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SUMMARY:The Ten Tenors: 30th Anniversary World Tour
DESCRIPTION:Get ready\, North America! The vocal wonder from Down Under\, The Ten Tenors\, are bringing their electrifying 30TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR to your shores in 2026! Celebrated globally for their unique blend of soaring harmonies\, dynamic stage presence\, and genre-defying performances\, The Ten Tenors deliver an unforgettable musical experience. This special anniversary show features a powerful mix of classical crossover\, Neapolitan classics\, and classic rock anthems – all delivered with their trademark Aussie charm and vocal brilliance.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/the-ten-tenors-30th-anniversary-world-tour/
LOCATION:Victoria Theatre\, 138 N. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T193000
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CREATED:20260218T144053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T144053Z
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SUMMARY:PechaKucha Night Dayton Vol. 59
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Dayton’s first PechaKucha Night of the year! We are so excited to have PK 59 at the beautiful Dayton Art Institute!\nSpeakers and Topics TBA\nCash bar will be available.\nCash donations are gladly accepted to help PK keep going. You can help grow our audience by inviting someone new to PK!\nSpecial thanks to our sponsorsMega Sponsor: Catapult CreativeEvent Sponsors: Pink Moon Goods and Skeleton RecordsOther Sponsors: vellaINC\nIf you’re trying to describe us\, this is what we say!\nEstablished in 2009\, PechaKucha Night Dayton is a free quarterly idea-sharing party and networking event for adults.PechaKucha is a fast-paced style of presenting using 20 slides discussed for 20 seconds each (20×20). This presentation format allows speakers to share their passions in a succinct format\, telling their stories in their own voices\, with unique visuals leading the way.\nThis creative outlet began as nighttime get-togethers in Tokyo in 2003 by two renowned architects. Since then\, three million people have attended PechaKucha events worldwide. Dayton is one of over 1\,200 official PK cities.\nPK Dayton is a volunteer-run event by local organizers Shayna\, Mike\, Ron\, Meg\, Sean\, and Sarah. Tracey Obenour did our beautiful event graphics!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/pechakucha-night-dayton-vol-59/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Primetime Blues Band & The Eric Henry Blues Band
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, March 5\, 2026\, The Brightside lights up with a stacked lineup celebrating blues in all its grit\, groove\, and soul. Headlining the night is The Primetime Blues Band\, bringing deep-pocket rhythms and road-tested swagger. They’re joined by The Eric Henry Blues Band\, delivering classic blues power with modern muscle. Adding even more flavor to the bill: Special Guest: Snapper Mitchum Special Special Guest: Hema Lee Woodworth From slow burners to foot-stompers\, this is a night built for blues lovers who like their music loud\, live\, and right up close.  The Brightside Thursday\, March 5\, 2026  Doors:6:30 PM  Show:7:30 PM $15 advance / $20 day of show Come early\, grab a drink\, and settle in for an evening of no-nonsense blues done right. https://eventvesta.com/events/133378/t/tickets
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/the-primetime-blues-band-the-eric-henry-blues-band/
LOCATION:The Brightside\, 905 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T193000
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SUMMARY:Oscar’s
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nJoshua Matthieu of Alpha Marshall Productions is premiering his latest film at THE NEON on March 5. “At a neighborhood bar\, a lonely mechanic\, named Steven (JM Ward)\, and an overworked PR professional\, named Audra (Lizzie Salata)\, meet by chance and form an unexpected bond. As their connection deepens\, love collides with ambition\, forcing them to confront what truly matters. OSCAR’S is a tender\, grounded story about timing\, vulnerability\, and the courage it takes to choose love in a world that never slows down.”\nDirector\nJoshua Matthieu\nProducer\nJoshua Matthieu\nCast\nLizzie Salata\, JM Ward\, Timmion Lichtenburg\, Melany Burk\, Malarie Williamson
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/oscars/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T192000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T192000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174307
CREATED:20260226T181548Z
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SUMMARY:Pillion
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n“Colin\, a timid man\, is swept off his feet when Ray\, an enigmatic\, impossibly handsome biker takes him on as his submissive.”\nThis kinky little gem from the UK\, currently rated “99% Fresh” on rottentomatoes\, is an uninhibited and non-judgmental BDSM romantic comedy-drama that stars Harry Melling & Alexander Skarsgård. IndieWire calls it “a deeply moving love story…chains\, gags\, and all.”\nOn Mondays during the run of its engagement\, this film will be presented with Open Captions (captions presented on the screen).\nNo one under 18 will be admitted.\nDirector\nHarry Lighton\nProducer\nEd Guiney\, Emma Norton\, Andrew Lowe\, Lee Groombridge\nCast\nHarry Melling\, Alexander Skarsgård\, Lesley Sharp
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/pillion/2026-03-05/3/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174307
CREATED:20260226T154110Z
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SUMMARY:Government Commons: An Equitable Civics Series
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library will host Government Commons: An Equitable Civics Series. The first session will be on Thursday\, March 5\, 6:30-7:30 pm\, at the Main Library\, in The Center for Community Impact and Innovation\, 1st Floor. This series is designed to make learning about historical and current government accessible to all ages. The first module explores The Federalist Papers\, a series of 85 essays written by Alexander Hamilton\, John Jay\, and James Madison between October 1787 and May 1778. Published anonymously under the pen name “Publius” in New York newspapers\, the essays urged New Yorkers to ratify the proposed U.S. Constitution. Copies of session readings are available for pickup in the Main Library’s Dayton Room\, Monday-Thursday\, 12-4 pm\, leading up to the meeting. Registration required. For more information and to register\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/government-commons-an-equitable-civics-series/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174307
CREATED:20250318T192404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T192404Z
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SUMMARY:Community Workshop – Flourish and Flow: An Oil Painting Journey
DESCRIPTION:Our artist-led workshops are designed to make community connections between our guests\, local artists\, and The Dayton Art Institute through conversation and artmaking. Flourish and Flow: An Oil Painting Journey Date: Thursdays\, April 10\, 17 and 24\, and May 1 and 8 – 5:30–7:30 p.m Cost: $100 for museum members; $125 for non-members Ages: 18+ In this multi-session workshop series\, local artist Jamaal Durr leads participants through an exploration of the fundamentals of oil painting. Sessions will focus on layering\, blending\, and texture while developing skills through the creation of personalized artwork featuring birth flowers. Jamaal Durr\, a Contemporary Artist\, is recognized for his figurative works that intimately blend reality and the surreal. Using materials like oil paint\, charcoal\, and graphite\, he explores themes of identity and self-reflection through his timely narratives. Jamaal has expanded his capacity within the realm of Art\, having also gained experience as a Curator\, Teacher\, and Muralist. Jamaal is primarily self-taught\, having only received a couple of years of formal training at Stivers School for the Arts in Dayton\, OH and a brief stint studying architecture at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn\, NY.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/community-workshop-flourish-and-flow-an-oil-painting-journey/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174307
CREATED:20260224T200551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T200551Z
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SUMMARY:Memory Health: Even Elephants Forget Sometimes!
DESCRIPTION:Memory shapes who we are — and protecting it is one of the most important investments we can make. Join Dr. Cathy Rosenbaum for an engaging discussion on memory loss\, medications\, supplements\, and proven lifestyle strategies that support long-term brain health. You’ll gain practical\, evidence-based tools to help keep your mind sharp and resilient at any age. \n 
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/memory-health-even-elephants-forget-sometimes/
LOCATION:The Dayton Woman’s Club\, 225 N Ludlow St\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Community,Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174307
CREATED:20260224T191049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T191049Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studio Session
DESCRIPTION:Come get creative in a relaxed\, welcome space–no experience necessary! We’ll provide materials\, or feel free to bring your own. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just looking to unwind and try something new\, this night is all about making\, experimenting\, and connecting with others through art. Admission: $10 at the door / FREE for Co Members
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/open-studio-session/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174307
CREATED:20260226T181548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T181548Z
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SUMMARY:Pillion
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n“Colin\, a timid man\, is swept off his feet when Ray\, an enigmatic\, impossibly handsome biker takes him on as his submissive.”\nThis kinky little gem from the UK\, currently rated “99% Fresh” on rottentomatoes\, is an uninhibited and non-judgmental BDSM romantic comedy-drama that stars Harry Melling & Alexander Skarsgård. IndieWire calls it “a deeply moving love story…chains\, gags\, and all.”\nOn Mondays during the run of its engagement\, this film will be presented with Open Captions (captions presented on the screen).\nNo one under 18 will be admitted.\nDirector\nHarry Lighton\nProducer\nEd Guiney\, Emma Norton\, Andrew Lowe\, Lee Groombridge\nCast\nHarry Melling\, Alexander Skarsgård\, Lesley Sharp
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/pillion/2026-03-05/2/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T144000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T144000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174307
CREATED:20260226T181548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T181548Z
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SUMMARY:Pillion
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n“Colin\, a timid man\, is swept off his feet when Ray\, an enigmatic\, impossibly handsome biker takes him on as his submissive.”\nThis kinky little gem from the UK\, currently rated “99% Fresh” on rottentomatoes\, is an uninhibited and non-judgmental BDSM romantic comedy-drama that stars Harry Melling & Alexander Skarsgård. IndieWire calls it “a deeply moving love story…chains\, gags\, and all.”\nOn Mondays during the run of its engagement\, this film will be presented with Open Captions (captions presented on the screen).\nNo one under 18 will be admitted.\nDirector\nHarry Lighton\nProducer\nEd Guiney\, Emma Norton\, Andrew Lowe\, Lee Groombridge\nCast\nHarry Melling\, Alexander Skarsgård\, Lesley Sharp
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/pillion/2026-03-05/1/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174307
CREATED:20260209T141351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T141351Z
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SUMMARY:LaunchPad
DESCRIPTION:LaunchPad brings together the Dayton entrepreneurial community to learn\, connect\, and grow. It’s where business takes off! \n\n\n\n\nThis free\, community-focused event series is designed for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and creatives who want practical tools and meaningful connections. From January to July\, each gathering offers expert-led sessions\, panel discussions\, and networking opportunities that deliver actionable insights you can put to work right away. Together\, these events build momentum leading up to Launch Dayton Startup Week\, taking place from September 1–3\, 2026. \nEvent Schedule \n\n9:00 am – Doors Open\n9:30–11:00 am – Speed Networking Sessions\n11:00–11:45 am – Ashley Bethard: Becoming Newsworthy\n12:00–1:00 pm – Panel Discussion: How People Find You\n1:15–2:00 pm – Bryan Suddith: Own Your Story\n2:30–4:00 pm – Happy Hour & Networking (Drinks provided)\n5:00 pm – Doors Close\n\nBreakfast\, lunch\, and happy hour drinks provided! \nGuest Speakers \n\nAshley Bethard\, Editor of Dayton Daily News and Chief Content Officer of Cox First Media (presenter\, panalist)\nBryan Suddith\, Mayor\, City of Kettering and Deputy Director of Montgomery County Veteran Services Commission (presenter\, panalist)\nJon Powell\, Managing Partner at Christopher & Mae Design Company (panalist)\nPanel moderator: TBD\n\nPresentation Topics \n\nBecome Newsworthy: Who to pitch\, how to pitch\, and what makes your story journalist-ready.\nHow People Find You: Different channels working together to help the right audience discover your brand.\nOwn Your Story: Craft a compelling and authentic story about yourself and your business.\n\nTitle Sponsor: Fifth Third Bank \nWe extend our sincere gratitude to Fifth Third Bank\, our title sponsor\, for their continued commitment to supporting innovation and entrepreneurship across the Launch Dayton community. Their partnership helps us keep these events free and accessible for all. \nLearn more at https://launchdayton.com/events/launchpad
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/launchpad/
LOCATION:The Hub powered by PNC Bank\, 31 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTSTAMP:20260403T174307
CREATED:20260303T180158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T180158Z
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SUMMARY:Member’s Spotlight Exhibition: Elisha Frontz: vernal equinox
DESCRIPTION:Elisha Frontz: vernal equinox March 4 – 28\, 2026 Opening Reception: March 4\, 6 – 8 pm Closing Reception: March 28\, 4 – 6 pm \nElisha Frontz: vernal equinox features recent work by a Dayton-based artist\, musician\, and poet. Working with an interdisciplinary sensibility\, Frontz allows material investigation and musicality to inform one another. Her process balances technical precision with intuitive gesture\, resulting in compositions that feel at once deliberate and emergent. These mixed-media paintings—watercolor on paper combined with sewing patterns\, string\, and brass tacks—celebrate the vernal equinox\, the astronomical beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. As the sun crosses the celestial equator\, day and night reach near equilibrium\, marking a moment of balance\, transition\, and renewal that resonates through Frontz’s layered materials and luminous palette. All artworks in this exhibition are available for purchase. Please visit the reception desk or speak to a staff member for more information. Proceeds support both the artist and The Contemporary Dayton’s mission to connect artists and audiences through accessible\, engaging contemporary art experiences.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/members-spotlight-exhibition-elisha-frontz-vernal-equinox/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTSTAMP:20260403T174307
CREATED:20260302T125520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T125520Z
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SUMMARY:Becoming: 70 Years of Growth\, Expression\, and Possibility
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library’s newest art exhibit\, Becoming: 70 Years of Growth\, Expression\, and Possibility\, will be on display Sunday\, March 1 – Tuesday\, March 31\, in the Main Library’s The 2nd Floor Gallery. \nBecoming celebrates the artists of United Rehabilitation Services (URS) and the ways creativity serves as a powerful form of communication\, identity\, and connection. \nFor 70 years\, URS has supported children and adults with developmental and acquired disabilities as they grow\, explore independence\, and express who they are. Their artwork reflects a journey of becoming\, not as a fixed destination but an ongoing process shaped by experience\, curiosity\, collaboration\, and self-expression. \nThe exhibit features a wide range of abilities\, styles\, and mediums. Some pieces were created individually\, while others were created collaboratively\, emphasizing the importance of community\, shared effort\, and collective voice. The scale of the work is intentionally varied\, ranging from small\, intimate pieces to large-format installations\, mirroring the diversity of expression within the disability community. \nPresented during Disabilities Awareness Month\, Becoming invites viewers to look beyond labels and assumptions to see creativity\, agency\, and possibility. Each piece tells a story\, not of limitation\, but of growth\, imagination\, and presence. \nFor more information\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org/Exhibits or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/becoming-70-years-of-growth-expression-and-possibility/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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