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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/2026-03-01/4/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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SUMMARY:Office Space Movie Party – Dayton Dinner Theater
DESCRIPTION:Get cozy with an evening of of music\, food\, trivia\, and Dayton Dinner Theater’s famous interactive movie experience with a true fan-favorite film: Office Space! Themed Food We’ll have some snacks and appetizers in the commissary\, and then we’ll order in some pizza and salad for your lunch break. If there is a birthday we’ll serve cake and hopefully you’ll get a piece Themed Drinks: something to get you through the work day or the next century Themed Attire: Where your favorite stuffy work clothles from 1999 and don’t forget the suspenders. BYORS… (bring your own Red Stapler) and don’t be stingy on the flair Themed Music for Name that Tune Something about the millenium\, fax machines\, working for a livin\, or maybe annoying bosses *Drink and food menu items subject to change HOW TO GO? Mar 01\, 2026\, 5:45 PM – 9:10 PM Dayton\, 905 E 3rd St\, Dayton\, OH 45402\, USA Doors open at 5:45 – Food and live music is available from 6-7 pm – Movie starts at 7 pm. A short intermission for dessert and trivia will start at 8 pm – Movie ends around 9:15 pm. Alcoholic drinks available for purchase Tickets $36 – Get tickets here: https://www.daytondinnertheater.com/events/office-space-movie-party-with-cake Table reservations only for parties of 6 or more\, otherwise we have open seating. For table reservations or other questions\, please email Daytondinnertheater@gmail.com
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/office-space-movie-party-dayton-dinner-theater/
LOCATION:The Brightside\, 905 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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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/2026-03-01/3/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T170000
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CREATED:20260218T142417Z
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SUMMARY:Oregon Stories
DESCRIPTION:OREGON STORIES is a documentary created by John Bognar and John Mays in 2007 chronicling the rollicking history of Dayton’s Historic Oregon District. The doc traces the history of The Oregon District from its beginnings as the city’s first platted neighborhood\, providing housing for workers on the Miami-Erie canal\, through the prosperous 1800’s\, the 1913 flood\, the industrial era\, to the eventual blight of the 1950’s – 60’s.\nOREGON STORIES focuses on the period of renewal in the 1970’s when urban pioneers saved one of Dayton’s most unique neighborhoods. Full of great tales of people who lived it\, OREGON STORIES brings history to life with a rich cast of characters and raises important contemporary questions about the nature of community.\nSunday\, March 1 at 5:00. Tickets are $12.\nThe program will begin with an introduction by filmmakers John Bognar & John Mays\, and audience members can share their own “Oregon Stories” after the film.\nFilm-goers who want to continue the evening can call to make early dinner reservations at Jay’s Restaurant in the former Joseph Kratochwill’s Dayton Corn and Grist Mill which once connected to the Miami- Erie Canal\, now Patterson Boulevard.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/oregon-stories/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T160000
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SUMMARY:Black by Popular Demand
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC) presents BLACK BY POPULAR DEMAND – four powerhouse works that capture the heart of African American culture through movement. From the gospel celebration of In My Father’s House to the civil rights reflection of Martyr’s Road\, from the ancestral rhythms of WAWA ABA to the intimate connections of Call(ing)\, this concert delivers the emotional range and artistic excellence audiences return for again and again. \nThese are the works that make audiences lean forward in their seats\, tap their feet to the beat\, and feel their spirits stirred. Chief Executive & Artistic Director Debbie Blunden-Diggs’ In My Father’s House transforms the Victoria Theatre into a sanctuary with Kirk Franklin’s unforgettable gospel sound. Kevin Ward’s Martyr’s Road honors the unending march for justice through one family’s story. Stafford C. Berry Jr.’s WAWA ABA pulses with neo-traditional African dance and communal energy. Qarrianne Blayr’s The Call(ing) reminds audiences to answer the call — from loved ones\, from purpose\, from community. \nBLACK BY POPULAR DEMAND celebrates Black life\, love\, and liberation through dance that reflects on history\, speaks to the present\, and carries forward a legacy born during the Civil Rights movement. Part of the Dancing in Our Light season\, this concert invites audiences to witness artistry that resonates in the chest\, connects generations\, and reminds us why live performance changes everything. There’s something here for everyone – moments of joy\, reflection\, resilience\, and triumph that leave the theatre buzzing.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/black-by-popular-demand-2/2026-03-01/
LOCATION:Victoria Theatre\, 138 N. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T160000
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SUMMARY:Black By Popular Demand
DESCRIPTION:There are some Dayton Contemporary Dance Company dances that are requested time and again – audiences want\, once more\, to see the leaps that lifted them out of their seats\, the split-second timing that had them blinking with disbelief\, the moments that brought a tear\, followed by a shout of triumph. They want to re-hear those same songs\, and re-view those remembered moves that caused them to fall in love with DCDC. And DCDC is here to answer that request with BLACK BY POPULAR DEMAND — a soul-stirring return to the iconic works that define who they are. These are the dances audiences can’t get enough of — emotional\, high-impact\, and full of moments that lift you up and leave the room buzzing. At its heart is In My Father’s House\, a gospel-soaked celebration choreographed by Chief Executive & Artistic Director Debbie Blunden-Diggs. Set to the unforgettable sounds of Kirk Franklin and the Family\, it transforms the stage into a sanctuary where movement and music rejoice as one.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/black-by-popular-demand/2026-03-01/
LOCATION:Victoria Theatre\, 138 N. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T144000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T144000
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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/2026-03-01/2/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T121000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T121000
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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/2026-03-01/1/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
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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/2026-03-01/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
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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/2026-03-01/
LOCATION:Edward A. Dixon Gallery\, 222 N. St. Clair St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20250528T121344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T121344Z
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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/2026-03-01/
LOCATION:The Barrel House\, 417 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260218T140635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T140635Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Hyryder – Grateful Dead Tribute
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the timeless magic of the Grateful Dead with Hyryder\, a tribute band dedicated to capturing the spirit\, improvisation\, and musical exploration that defined an era. Hyryder brings the legendary dead tunes to life with passion and authenticity. Come and join the ride—where the spirit of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead lives on\, revitalized by the sonic mastery of Hyryder. HOW TO GO? Saturday\, February 28\, 2026 The Brightside (905 E 3rd St\, Dayton) – *Free parking! Doors 7pm / Show 8pm All ages welcome (under 18 w guardian) Tickets $15 advance / $20 at the door Limited qty reserved tables available *Free parking on both sides of the venue; first come\, first serve
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/an-evening-with-hyryder-grateful-dead-tribute/
LOCATION:The Brightside\, 905 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260224T175132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T175132Z
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SUMMARY:Disney Karaoke
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a magical evening filled with tales as old as time. Disney Karaoke with our friends at Rainey Day Entertainment.\nNo cover. Just vibes.\nPlease don’t sue us.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/disney-karaoke/
LOCATION:The Barrel House\, 417 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260224T175718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T175718Z
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SUMMARY:Black by Popular Demand
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC) presents BLACK BY POPULAR DEMAND – four powerhouse works that capture the heart of African American culture through movement. From the gospel celebration of In My Father’s House to the civil rights reflection of Martyr’s Road\, from the ancestral rhythms of WAWA ABA to the intimate connections of Call(ing)\, this concert delivers the emotional range and artistic excellence audiences return for again and again. \nThese are the works that make audiences lean forward in their seats\, tap their feet to the beat\, and feel their spirits stirred. Chief Executive & Artistic Director Debbie Blunden-Diggs’ In My Father’s House transforms the Victoria Theatre into a sanctuary with Kirk Franklin’s unforgettable gospel sound. Kevin Ward’s Martyr’s Road honors the unending march for justice through one family’s story. Stafford C. Berry Jr.’s WAWA ABA pulses with neo-traditional African dance and communal energy. Qarrianne Blayr’s The Call(ing) reminds audiences to answer the call — from loved ones\, from purpose\, from community. \nBLACK BY POPULAR DEMAND celebrates Black life\, love\, and liberation through dance that reflects on history\, speaks to the present\, and carries forward a legacy born during the Civil Rights movement. Part of the Dancing in Our Light season\, this concert invites audiences to witness artistry that resonates in the chest\, connects generations\, and reminds us why live performance changes everything. There’s something here for everyone – moments of joy\, reflection\, resilience\, and triumph that leave the theatre buzzing.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/black-by-popular-demand-2/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Victoria Theatre\, 138 N. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260224T175600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T175600Z
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SUMMARY:Changes: A Symphonic Tribute to the Music of David Bowie
DESCRIPTION:What better way to celebrate the genre-bending genius of David Bowie than with a full symphony and a killer rock band? From glam to soul\, funk to art rock\, CHANGES captures the chameleonic magic of Bowie’s music with dazzling orchestral color\, epic vocals\, and theatrical flair. It’s bold\, it’s brilliant\, it’s Bowie – like you’ve never heard him before.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/changes-a-symphonic-tribute-to-the-music-of-david-bowie/
LOCATION:The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center\, 1 West Second Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260108T130454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T130454Z
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SUMMARY:Black By Popular Demand
DESCRIPTION:There are some Dayton Contemporary Dance Company dances that are requested time and again – audiences want\, once more\, to see the leaps that lifted them out of their seats\, the split-second timing that had them blinking with disbelief\, the moments that brought a tear\, followed by a shout of triumph. They want to re-hear those same songs\, and re-view those remembered moves that caused them to fall in love with DCDC. And DCDC is here to answer that request with BLACK BY POPULAR DEMAND — a soul-stirring return to the iconic works that define who they are. These are the dances audiences can’t get enough of — emotional\, high-impact\, and full of moments that lift you up and leave the room buzzing. At its heart is In My Father’s House\, a gospel-soaked celebration choreographed by Chief Executive & Artistic Director Debbie Blunden-Diggs. Set to the unforgettable sounds of Kirk Franklin and the Family\, it transforms the stage into a sanctuary where movement and music rejoice as one.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/black-by-popular-demand/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Victoria Theatre\, 138 N. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtowndayton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/bbpd.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T192000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T192000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
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/2026-02-28/4/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260224T175437Z
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SUMMARY:Q Theatre: Broadway Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:For one night\, the stage becomes the dance floor. Q THEATRE: BROADWAY DANCE PARTY is created exclusively for high school students! An evening of music\, movement\, and community\, this event brings together the songs you know\, the energy you love\, and the people who make theatre feel electric. The playlist is Broadway\, the atmosphere is high-energy\, and the food is included! \nCome dressed with flair or come as you are. Step onto the dance floor\, sing when the moment hits\, and celebrate the shows that bring us together! \nQ THEATRE: BROADWAY DANCE PARTY will take place from 6-9 p.m.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/q-theatre-broadway-dance-party/
LOCATION:PNC Arts Annex\, 46 N. Ludlow St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
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/2026-02-28/3/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260224T185453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T185453Z
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SUMMARY:Closing Reception: Gretchen Durst Jacobs
DESCRIPTION:A final chance to view The Contemporary Dayton’s Member’s Spotlight Exhibition for Gretchen Durst Jacobs “My paintings begin with the body. I work at a scale that matches my full reach—fingertip to fingertip—so each mark records movement\, presence\, and intuition. The grid holds it all in place. It gives me something to push against. It’s not about control\, but containment—a way to hold chaos\, memory\, and motion all at once.” FREE and open to all.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/closing-reception-gretchen-durst-jacobs/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260122T134039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T134039Z
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SUMMARY:Closing Reception: Gretchen Durst Jacobs: What the Body Carries
DESCRIPTION:Member’s Spotlight Exhibition for Gretchen Durst Jacobs “My paintings begin with the body. I work at a scale that matches my full reach—fingertip to fingertip—so each mark records movement\, presence\, and intuition. The grid holds it all in place. It gives me something to push against. It’s not about control\, but containment—a way to hold chaos\, memory\, and motion all at once. Though my work is abstract\, it is shaped by 25 years of painting directly from observation. I grew up identifying birds\, plants\, and insects with my parents\, both musicians and amateur naturalists. Summers on my grandparents’ farm taught me to read the weather\, notice seasonal shifts\, and understand time as cyclical. These rhythms still guide me. Nature wasn’t just a backdrop — it was how I made sense of things\, especially while growing up with a mother whose moods were unpredictable and overwhelming. I watched how the land adapted: trees bending around fallen trunks\, still growing. I use color\, gesture\, and layered marks to process the full spectrum of lived experience – grief\, trauma\, joy and survival. Sacred geometry appears as a structing force\, a visual and emotional anchor. I am interested in how a line can hold chaos\, how paint can become a kind of memory. Everything I make is an attempt to reconcile feeling with form\, to honor what we carry\, to map what cannot always be said.” This event is FREE and open to all.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/closing-reception-gretchen-durst-jacobs-what-the-body-carries/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T144000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T144000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
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/2026-02-28/2/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260218T141042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T141042Z
UID:10054424-1772287200-1772290800@downtowndayton.org
SUMMARY:Curators of Curiosities Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Bring your own treasured oddities and transform them into a one-of-a-kind terrarium in this art-forward workshop designed for adults. Guests are invited to incorporate personal objects—bones\, specimens\, found items\, or curios—into a thoughtfully composed miniature environment using natural elements\, plants\, and textures. You’ll be guided through composition\, balance\, and visual storytelling while blending living and non-living elements into a cohesive\, expressive piece. This relaxed\, creative experience celebrates individuality\, curiosity\, and the beauty of the unusual—no two terrariums will be alike. https://www.shopnowandzen.com/open-workshop
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/curators-of-curiosities-workshop/2026-02-28/2/
LOCATION:Now and Zen DIY Studio\, 121 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtowndayton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/curiosity.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T121000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T121000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260226T181548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T181548Z
UID:10054816-1772280600-1772280600@downtowndayton.org
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/2026-02-28/1/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtowndayton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/pillion.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260203T132756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T132756Z
UID:10054272-1772280000-1772298000@downtowndayton.org
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/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Dayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260218T141042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T141042Z
UID:10054423-1772280000-1772283600@downtowndayton.org
SUMMARY:Curators of Curiosities Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Bring your own treasured oddities and transform them into a one-of-a-kind terrarium in this art-forward workshop designed for adults. Guests are invited to incorporate personal objects—bones\, specimens\, found items\, or curios—into a thoughtfully composed miniature environment using natural elements\, plants\, and textures. You’ll be guided through composition\, balance\, and visual storytelling while blending living and non-living elements into a cohesive\, expressive piece. This relaxed\, creative experience celebrates individuality\, curiosity\, and the beauty of the unusual—no two terrariums will be alike. https://www.shopnowandzen.com/open-workshop
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/curators-of-curiosities-workshop/2026-02-28/1/
LOCATION:Now and Zen DIY Studio\, 121 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtowndayton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/curiosity.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260204T143549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T143549Z
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SUMMARY:The Voice of Hind Rajab
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nWe are bringing the powerful\, Oscar-nominated film THE VOICE OF HIND RAJAB for two special screenings on Feb. 28 at Noon and March 2 at 7:30. Tickets are $10 each.\n“January 29\, 2024. Red Crescent volunteers receive an emergency call. A five-year old girl is trapped in a car under fire in Gaza\, pleading for rescue. While trying to keep her on the line\, they do everything they can to get an ambulance to her. Her name was Hind Rajab.”\nDirector\nKaouther Ben Hania\nProducer\nOdessa Rae\, James Wilson\, Nadim Cheikhrouha\nCast\nMotaz Malhees\, Saja Kilani\, Amer Hlehel
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/the-voice-of-hind-rajab/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20250924T115316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T115316Z
UID:10040058-1772276400-1772283600@downtowndayton.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Art Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Art Workshops for Kindergarten-12th Grade and Adults. Each month explore a different art medium (Clay\, Painting\, Printmaking\, Sculpture\, Mosaics\, Drawing\, Photography\, in a different theme/artistic style (K-12th grade). For Adults classes in Mosaics\, Stained Glass\, and Glassblowing. Saturday Classes run from September 2025-May 2026.  11:00am-1:00pm. Call for Costs.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/saturday-art-workshops/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:K12 Gallery & TEJAS\, 341 S. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtowndayton.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/k12tejas-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260218T151335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T151335Z
UID:10054480-1772236800-1772323199@downtowndayton.org
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/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20260404T120011
CREATED:20260212T154426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T154426Z
UID:10054384-1772236800-1772323199@downtowndayton.org
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/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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