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SUMMARY:Pride Night at The Barrel House
DESCRIPTION:10% of bar sales from open to close donated to the good folks at PFLAG Dayton\, a crazy good taplist\, food from Dayton Street Snacks\, and karaoke at night with Rainey Day Entertainment!\nNo cover. Just vibes.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/pride-night-at-the-barrel-house/
LOCATION:The Barrel House\, 417 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Book Signing & Bike Ride with Author Kathleen Smythe
DESCRIPTION:Book Signing & Bike Ride with Author Kathleen Smythe\n11:00am – 3:30pm \nAGE: All ages | FREE\nAuthor Kathleen Smythe will be at the Market from 11 am to 2 pm to sign copies of her book\, Bicycling Through Dayton: 21 Historical Rides. Then at 2 pm\, after the signing\, Kathleen will lead a leisurely bike ride through downtown Dayton to enjoy some of the highlights in her book. Riders can meet at the far east end of the Market in the concrete area next to the large handicap ramp into the building. The bike ride is about 90 minutes and the mostly flat ride is 9.3 miles. The author will begin with an overview of the book and discuss three chapters from the book and then will interpret briefly at each stop the noted historical contribution of the site. Stops: Begin: 2nd Street Market Civil War Monument on Monument Ave (Public Sculpture) Leo the Lion statue at Dayton Art Institute (Public Sculpture) Deeds Barn historical marker (The Other Detroit) Packard Museum (The Other Detroit) Celebration of Bicycling statue (near Carillon Historical Park on the trail) (Public Sculpture) Civil War Statue (Public Sculpture) McKinley Statue (Dayton Public Library) (Public Sculpture) Natalie Clifford Barney Historical Marker (Speaking Out) End: 2nd Street Market Books will be for sale at the Market\, or online at: https://www.ohioswallow.com/9780821426548/bicycling-through-dayton/
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/book-signing-bike-ride-with-author-kathleen-smythe/
LOCATION:2nd Street Market\, 600 E. Second St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T150000
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SUMMARY:Bike Ride with the Author of Bicycling Through Dayton: 21 Historical Rides
DESCRIPTION:On June 7th\, after Author Kathleen Smythe concludes her book signing at 2pm at the Second Street Market\, join her at 2:15 for a leisurely bike ride through Dayton. The bike ride is about 90 minutes\, and the mostly flat ride is 9.3 miles. The author will begin with an overview of the book and discuss three chapters from the book and then will interpret briefly at each stop the noted historical contribution of the site.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/bike-ride-with-the-author-of-bicycling-through-dayton-21-historical-rides/
LOCATION:2nd Street Market\, 600 E. Second St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T183000
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
CREATED:20260526T143119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T143119Z
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SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Book Club
DESCRIPTION:LGBTQIA+ Book Club\, Monday\, June 8\, 5:30-6:30 pm\, Main Library\, Conference Room 3A: Read The Mimicking of Known Successes by Malka Older\, then meet to discuss. Adults
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/lgbtqia-book-club/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T200000
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
CREATED:20260527T115128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T115128Z
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SUMMARY:Blueprints | A Conversation on Skilled Trades & Workforce Development
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by quantum foam studios as part of its ongoing conversation series\, Everything From Nothing\, Blueprints | More Than One Plan explores skilled trades\, workforce development\, entrepreneurship\, and the many different paths people take toward meaningful work and long-term stability. As conversations around education\, workforce shortages\, and career pathways continue to evolve\, this panel-style discussion creates space for broader conversations around opportunity\, economic mobility\, hands-on professions\, and the value of multiple paths to growth and success. Featuring perspectives from individuals across varying industries and backgrounds\, the evening is designed to encourage thoughtful conversation\, shared experiences\, and community dialogue around the future of work and the evolving needs of our communities. Charcuterie and light refreshments will be provided at no cost. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989416099106?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/blueprints-a-conversation-on-skilled-trades-workforce-development/
LOCATION:Joui Wine\, 117 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T210000
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SUMMARY:Sunset Sessions with Zack Fish
DESCRIPTION:Part of RiverScape Sunset Sessions series \nSunset Sessions with Zack Fish\n7:00pm – 9:00pm \nAGE: All ages | FREE\n\nJoin us as we welcome Zack Fish back to RiverScape MetroPark! This Dayton-area musician plays a wide variety including folk\, classic and all-around feel good music. Weather Dependent. \nSettle in by the RiverScape Cafe with some food and drinks\, while listening to the sounds of some of the best local musicians that Dayton has to offer. Watch the sun go down over the river and challenge your friends to oversized lawn games. The RiverScape Cafe will be open with a variety of flatbreads\, sides\, desserts\, and refreshments available for purchase. For those 21 and over\, there will also be a full menu of cocktails\, wine\, and beer available for purchase as part of the Downtown Dayton DORA.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/sunset-sessions-with-zack-fish/
LOCATION:RiverScape MetroPark\, 237 E Monument Ave\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T190500
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SUMMARY:Dayton Dragons vs. Fort Wayne TinCaps
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/dayton-dragons-vs-fort-wayne-tincaps/2026-06-09/
LOCATION:Day Air Ballpark\, 220 North Patterson Blvd.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T200000
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CREATED:20260519T120617Z
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SUMMARY:Crafty Arcade with The Savage Stitcher
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the North Arcade for an evening of creativity\, connection\, and community in collaboration with The Savage Stitcher. Bring your own project\, share tips\, and spend time making something meaningful together. Wednesday\, June 10 5–8 PM North Arcade | 24 W. Third St. The event is free\, and there are a variety of food and beverage options located within the Arcade complex. All are welcome! Come create with us. https://www.arcadedayton.com/index.php/event/crafty-arcade-with-the-savage-stitcher/
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/crafty-arcade-with-the-savage-stitcher/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
CREATED:20260601T122952Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Residents Association June Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Downtown Residents Association (DRA) is a volunteer-led group of neighbors who want to connect with each other and to connect our community with the resources that make it great to be Downtown. We meet the second Wednesday of every month. Everyone who lives downtown is welcome and encouraged to attend. Come to the June meeting to learn about AdaptDayton\, the City’s first major update of City zoning regulations in 20 years\, and how you can get involved with the Cooper Park Community Garden. Five Rivers MetroParks will also share how residents can help shape their work at RiverScape. Meeting held in the Cannery Lofts’ lounge.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/downtown-residents-association-june-meeting/
LOCATION:The Cannery Lofts\, 500 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T210000
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
CREATED:20260602T135522Z
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SUMMARY:Live Jazz at The Brightside
DESCRIPTION:Jazz enthusiasts! You’re invited to an evening of Live Jazz with the Kelli Campbell Quartet. An evening with Kelli and her crew is absolutely lovely. Join us! June 10\, 2026\, from 7-9 pm. $10 cover at the door; one drink minimum All ages welcome! https://eventvesta.com/events/148769/t/tickets
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/live-jazz-at-the-brightside/
LOCATION:The Brightside\, 905 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
CREATED:20260526T141048Z
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SUMMARY:absence
DESCRIPTION:“absence” can have many meanings in this upcoming show featuring artwork from Weiting Wei\, Christa Kimble and Ann Silverman. The Public Reception is on Friday\, June 12th from 6pm-8pm. The exhibition is open from June 11 – July 24th A small collection of Marilyn Monroe artwork will also be on view in Suite B1 of the gallery to commemorate the 100th Birthday of the pop and cultural icon from artists Bill Mack\, Cynthia Kukla and Fatima Taylor. The exhibition is open from June 11th – June 24th.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/absence/2026-06-11/
LOCATION:Edward A. Dixon Gallery\, 222 N. St. Clair St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
CREATED:20260602T140336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T140336Z
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SUMMARY:LaunchPad
DESCRIPTION:LaunchPad brings together the Dayton entrepreneurial community for a full day of learning\, connection\, and inspiration. It’s where business takes off! \nThis free\, community-focused event series is designed for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and creatives who want practical tools and meaningful connections. From January through 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.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/launchpad-2/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
CREATED:20260526T135854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T135854Z
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SUMMARY:Culture Kitchen: The Bahamas
DESCRIPTION:Join Quinneka Smith\, of Tropi Bites\, a Market vendor as she introduces you to her native cuisine from The Bahamas. Menu will be Bahamian conch soup. Entree will be Guava BBQ glazed ribs or chicken with island style coleslaw and peas with rice. Dessert will be an island petit four sampler of a coconut/pineapple tart and mini guava duff. Registration required. $35.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/culture-kitchen-the-bahamas/
LOCATION:2nd Street Market\, 600 E. Second St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T203000
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
CREATED:20260601T171754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T171754Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a different kind of night out? Trade in the usual dinner plans and spend an evening savoring expertly selected wines in one of Dayton’s most beautiful spaces. Join us for an intimate wine tasting featuring six wines curated by Vintage Wines\, each paired with a bite from Bernstein’s Fine Catering designed to enhance the flavors of every pour. With only 50 seats available\, this unique experience offers the perfect opportunity to gather with friends\, discover new favorites\, and support Culture Works’ 2026 Campaign for the Arts at the same time. Get Tickets \nJune 11 | 6:30–8:30 PM \nDayton Masonic Center \n525 W Riverview Ave\, Dayton\, OH 45405\, USA
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/wine-tasting/
LOCATION:Dayton Masonic Center\, 525 W. Riverview Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405-4702\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T190000
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
CREATED:20260602T133038Z
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SUMMARY:Kofi B with Opener Harpoetic
DESCRIPTION:Kofi B\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 11 @ 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeries:\n\n\n\n\nBrytus-Wilkinson Family Jazz Series \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenre:\n\n\n\n\nSmooth Jazz \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrom Akron to accolades\, 26-year-old Kofi B. has quickly become one of the most dynamic young talents in entertainment today. A 3x Emmy®-nominated pianist\, producer\, actor\, and media personality\, Kofi’s innovative blend of music and storytelling has captivated millions across social media and beyond. His rise began with a Silver medal in the NAACP ACT-SO National Competition\, joining an elite list of alumni including Lauryn Hill and Jennifer Hudson. \nIn 2021\, Kofi launched BlaBoak Ventures (pronounced Blah-bowk)\, a media production company behind his Emmy®-nominated content. His collaborations span industry icons like the Ohio Players\, Joe Little III of the Rude Boys\, Montell Jordan\, Marsha Ambrosius\, and J Moss. A major career milestone came in 2022 when he won Amateur Night at The Apollo and made history as the first winner to become the show’s host\, stepping into a role previously held by legends like Steve Harvey and Mo’Nique. \nKofi’s talents also led him to the big screen\, portraying Whitney Houston’s pianist in I Wanna Dance With Somebody and contributing musically alongside Rickey Minor. In 2024\, he was named the official Ambassador of Engagement for the 47th Kennedy Center Honors\, becoming part of a historic celebration honoring the Apollo Theater. \nWith appearances on The Tamron Hall Show and stage moments alongside Charlie Wilson\, Will Downing\, and Musiq Soulchild\, Kofi B. continues to inspire as “The Other Kid From Akron\,” rewriting what it means to be a modern artist. \nProjects Unlimited & Wyse Family Foundation Gem Series Opener: HARPOETIC
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/kofi-b-with-opener-harpoetic/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
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SUMMARY:Threads of History: Quilts by Carolyn Mazloomi
DESCRIPTION:June 12-September 12\, 2026 \nThreads of History: Quilts by Carolyn Mazloomi is a landmark solo exhibition by award-winning artist\, historian\, and curator Dr. Carolyn Mazloomi. Now an octogenarian\, Mazloomi remains one of the most visionary leaders in contemporary quilting\, widely recognized for her lifelong efforts to elevate African American quilt traditions. Her striking black-and-white quilts memorialize the lives and legacies of African American freedom fighters\, capturing resilience\, resistance\, and remembrance through bold imagery and layered narrative. Originally trained as an aerospace engineer\, Mazloomi shifted her focus in the 1980s to advocate for African American quilt artists whose contributions had long been marginalized. Through her scholarship\, mentorship\, and the founding of the Women of Color Quilters Network\, she has transformed the cultural landscape\, bringing international recognition to quilting as both fine art and historical record. Her extraordinary impact has been recognized with numerous honors\, including the Bess Lomax Hawes NEA National Heritage Fellowship\, a United States Artists Fellowship\, and an American Craft Council Honorary Fellowship. Her work is held in major collections\, including the Smithsonian Institution and the American Folk Art Museum. Opening Reception: June 12\, 2026\, 6-8 p.m.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/threads-of-history-quilts-by-carolyn-mazloomi/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T190000
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
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SUMMARY:The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band
DESCRIPTION:The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 12 @ 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeries:\n\n\n\n\nRick & Tawnya Stover’s Blues Series \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenre:\n\n\n\n\nRock/Blues \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band has performed in 38 countries and 48 states. They have been featured in Rolling Stone Magazine\, Living Blues\, Elmore\, donned the cover of Vintage Guitar Magazine\, have been #1 on the Billboard\, iTunes and Sirius XM Blues Charts and have been nominated for three Blues Music Awards by the Blues Foundation in Memphis. The Indianapolis Star listed Reverend Peyton as one of the top 25 Hoosier musicians of all time. \nMaybe you found the band because of virtuosic guitar playing? Maybe you came for the tent revival style live show? The reasons that brought you here could be extensive\, but the reasons that keep bringing people back are HEART. Real\, from the heart\, music made by people who love music. The Sacramento Bee said\, “It’s a group with boundless stockpiles of heart to spare — it cascades throughout every slip-n-slide vintage blues/soul ditty they tear through and croon in every show they play\, and they always leave a little behind. The front porch is the church\, the church is the dance hall and the dance hall is the river bank — your knees will fail you by the time you figure it all out.” \nOften called\, “the greatest front-porch blues band in the world” the Big Damn Band is led by Reverend Peyton\, who is considered to be the premier finger picker playing today. Rev has earned a reputation as both a singularly compelling performer and a persuasive evangelist for the rootsy\, country blues styles that captured his imagination early in life and inspired him and his band to make pilgrimages to Clarksdale\, Mississippi to study under such blues masters as T-Model Ford\, Robert Belfour and David “Honeyboy” Edwards. Accompanied by Rev’s wife\, the washboard virtuoso\, Washboard Breezy Peyton\, and kept on time by the deep rhythms of Jacob “The Snakob” Powell\, Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band will leave you clapping\, stomping\, and singing along every handmade show across the world. \nTheir new record “Honeysuckle” was produced and recorded by Reverend Peyton and mixed by six time Grammy winner Vance Powell (Chris Stapleton\, Jack White). The record features many special guests including gospel music group The McCrary Sisters on the song “Manger”\, Blues Music Hall of Famer and Grammy nominated harmonica player Billy Branch who plays on the Blind Lemon Jefferson song “Nell (Prison Cell Blues)”\, Grammy award winning and IBMA’s 10-time Fiddle Player of the Year Michael Cleveland plays on “Freeborn Man” and Colton Crawford from The Dead South plays banjo on “The Good Die Young” \n“This record is a bit of a return to my roots\, a very personal mix of old and new songs that shaped me or that I’m currently shaping. It’s the most acoustic record we’ve made in years\, vintage microphones\, vintage guitars\, vintage recording gear\, and alot of me and my national guitar. There is a smattering of Big Damn Band thrown into the mix to spice things up\, and a short list of legends that I’ve always dreamed of collaborating with”\, said Reverend Peyton. \nProjects Unlimited & Wyse Family Foundation Gem Series Opener: PAID LEAVE
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/the-reverend-peytons-big-damn-band/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T200000
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SUMMARY:Sound Sculpture Concerts @ The Guild
DESCRIPTION:Michael Bashaw\, with members of the Puzzle of Light Ensemble\, will present Sound Sculpture concerts at the Dayton Theater Guild – June 12\, 13 & 14\, 2026. The concerts will feature some new music composed for the Sound Sculptures\, as well as some favorites from past concerts. Michael will be joined by musicians Sandy Bashaw\, John Taylor and Erich Reith.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/sound-sculpture-concerts-the-guild/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:Dayton Theatre Guild\, 430 Wayne Avenue\, Dayton\, OH\, 45410\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T180000
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
CREATED:20260601T123550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T123550Z
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SUMMARY:TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures Livestream
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library will host TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures Livestream\, Saturday\, June 13\, 10:30 am-6 pm\, in the Main Library’s Eichelberger Forum. Approximately 15 new TED Talks focusing on the evolution and future of democracy will be livestreamed to DML from Philadelphia. This day-long symposium will be divided into three sessions with breaks in between. TED Topics will range from media literacy and race to the intersection of AI and democracy\, economic equity\, and more. This event is in conjunction with DML’s America 250 programming\, ideal for adult patrons\, and is sponsored by the Charles F. Kettering Foundation. Registration required. For a list of tentative TED speakers\, 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/ted-democracy-philadelphia-founding-futures-livestream/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T110000
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SUMMARY:ASL Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:ASL Family Storytime\, Saturday\, June 13\, 11 am-12 pm\, Main Library\, Children’s Creativity Space: Danny from the Ohio Deaf Friends of the Library will use ASL to tell stories and lead bilingual songs. Families
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/asl-family-storytime/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T150000
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SUMMARY:Blue and Beyond: a Cyanotype Workshop with Suzi Hyden
DESCRIPTION:Curious about cyanotype? Join us for an introduction to this historic photographic process\, where light and chemistry come together to create striking\, image-based prints. \nIn this hands-on workshop\, participants will explore both foundational and expanded cyanotype techniques. We’ll be working with high-quality Hahnemühle 300gsm watercolor paper and pre-treated fabric sheets\, with a focus on elevating the process through hand-coating and experimental toning. Using materials like tea\, coffee\, and red wine\, we’ll shift traditional blue tones into a range of sepia\, slate\, and deep eggplant hues. \nWhether you’re new to cyanotype or looking to push the process further\, this session offers a supportive environment to experiment and explore. \nLogistics & Flow: \nThis workshop will follow a 3-hour staggered format to allow for movement between processes. Indoors\, we’ll use a dimmed area for hand-coating paper and set up a toning station during the final hour. Outdoors\, we’ll take advantage of natural sunlight for exposures\, along with a rinse station and temporary drying line for finished prints. \nDate: Saturday\, June 13\, 12-3PM \nIn the event of rain on June 13\, the workshop will be held on the backup date of June 14 from 12–3 PM. \nREGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 6. Please register in advance to secure your spot. \nLocation: \nThe Dayton Society of Artists \n48 High Street  \nDayton\, Ohio. 45403 \nCost: \nNon-Members – $75 \nMembers – $55 \nPre-registration Required \nAbout your Instructor: \nSuzi Hyden is a cyanotype artist working in rural Champaign County\, Ohio\, whose work celebrates the environment by combining elements from nature and repurposed materials. She uses local botanicals to create her cyanotypes\, commonly known as sun printing or blueprinting. She incorporates recycled vintage fabrics\, reused papers\, and found objects as the substrates and framing for her cyanotypes. She exhibits throughout Ohio and offers workshops to children and adults.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/blue-and-beyond-a-cyanotype-workshop-with-suzi-hyden/
LOCATION:Dayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T190000
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SUMMARY:Slapbak with Opener The Groove Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Slapbak\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 13 @ 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeries:\n\n\n\n\nMontgomery County Funk/R&B Series \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenre:\n\n\n\n\nFunk \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSlapbak is a high-energy Funk band with influences from Hip Hop and Rock/Alternative. Slapbak’s leader Jara Harris started this band in the 90s and has been producing Slapbak’s music as well as working with other amazing artists. The band also includes includes his daughter Jaz Harris on guitar and his wife Alyse Harris on keyboards. As well as TJ Quake on vocals & rap\, Gus Day on guitar\, Jesse Conlee on drums & vocals\, MaryLiz on vocals \nJara Harris is multi instrument prodigy that is the founder of international recording artist Slapbak. He is currently touring with Donavon Frankenreiter and working on the first Slapbak record in 10 years.  But last he had a life detour when he was diagnosed with stage 4 Head and Neck cancer.  He’s also worked with Michael Buble’ on 2 Christmas records. In the past he’s worked with artists like Randy Jackson\, Jose Feliciano\, The Time\, Digital Underground\, Dazz Band\, Snoop Dogg\, Jordin Sparks\, 112\, Koshi Inaba\, Devon Allman. \nProjects Unlimited & Wyse Family Foundation Gem Series Opener: THE GROOVE ESSENTIALS
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/slapbak-with-opener-the-groove-essentials/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T090000
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
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SUMMARY:AACF Community Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:African American Community Fund Breakfast Returns June 17\, 2026 A Powerful Morning of Connection\, Purpose\, and Community Impact Dayton\, Ohio – Community leaders\, changemakers\, and supporters from across the Miami Valley will gather on Wednesday\, June 17\, 2026\, from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM at Sinclair Community College (Building 12) for the African American Community Fund (AACF) Annual Breakfast—a signature event celebrating legacy\, leadership\, and the power of collective impact. This year’s theme\, “The Power of Us: Reengaging for Impact\,” calls on the community to come together\, reinvest\, and reimagine how we strengthen opportunities for African American individuals and families throughout the region. The breakfast will feature keynote speaker James Cosby\, Founding Executive Director of Bottom Line Ohio\, an organization dedicated to helping local students access and succeed in higher education. Cosby’s work has focused on creating pathways for under-resourced and first-generation students to achieve long-term economic mobility. This historic event also honors the enduring legacy of AACF founders John E. Moore Sr. and Lloyd E. Lewis\, Jr.\, whose vision helped establish a fund dedicated to addressing social and economic disparities and investing in the African American community. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-african-american-community-fund-annual-fundraising-breakfast-meeting-tickets-1986803643180
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/aacf-community-breakfast/
LOCATION:Sinclair College\, 444 W. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T180000
DTSTAMP:20260602T173040
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SUMMARY:Legal Name Change Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Legal Name Change Clinic\, Thursday\, June 18\, 3-6 pm\, Main Library\, Bassani Theater Off Third\, 3rd Floor: Receive assistance with the legal name change process. Registration required.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/legal-name-change-clinic-2/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T193000
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SUMMARY:Major! Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library will host a special screening of the award-winning documentary Major! on Thursday\, June 18\, 5:30-7:30 pm\, in the Main Library’s Community Room A. \n  \nFollowing the screening\, local transgender advocates will share their stories in a moderated discussion led by Lee Wade\, host of WYSO’s Translucent. \n  \nMajor! follows the story of trans trailblazer Miss Major Griffin-Gracy and is presented in partnership with WYSO and The Center for Community Impact & Innovation at DML. This program is also part of DML’s Rainbow Reels series and honors Natalie Clifford Barney’s sesquicentennial. \n  \nFor more information\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/major-documentary-screening/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T190000
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SUMMARY:Mo Lowda and the Humble
DESCRIPTION:Mo Lowda and the Humble Supported by the Levitt Family Foundation\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 18 @ 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenre:\n\n\n\n\nIndie Rock \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMo Lowda & the Humble are a self-produced indie rock band hailing from Philadelphia.  The band is set to released their 5th studio album on June 20th\, 2025\, entitled: Tailing the Ghost.  Since releasing their debut album in 2013\, they’ve vastly expanded the sonic exploration of their recorded material whilst developing a dialed-in\, yet energetic live show through persistent touring. In turn\, they’ve built a ravenous and loyal following across the country\, selling out clubs and theaters throughout the US each year. ‘Tailing the Ghost’ was recorded entirely on the road\, with the majority of the songs being cut almost entirely live.  It is Mo Lowda’s most cohesive\, yet explorative album to date.  The band tours year around\, often playing over 90 shows a year.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/mo-lowda-and-the-humble/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T164500
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth: Commemoration\, Celebration\, and Concert ft. Brownstone w/Live Band
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth: Commemoration\, Celebration\, and Concert ft. Brownstone w/Live Band\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 19 @ 4:45 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenre:\n\n\n\n\nR&B/Soul \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 6th Annual Juneteenth Commemoration\, Celebration\, and Concert returns to Levitt Pavilion Dayton on Friday\, June 19\, from 4:45 PM to 9 PM with this year’s theme: Legacy of Freedom III. \nPresented in partnership with Home of Urban Creative Arts\, this free community celebration centers education\, culture\, remembrance\, and joy through an evening of performances\, interactive experiences\, and live music in the heart of downtown Dayton. \n4:45 PM – 5:45 PM\nThe evening begins with the pre-show special “Boots on the Ground\,” featuring a short educational presentation and homage to local and national individuals who have fought and continue to fight for freedom\, followed by community Southern soul line dancing. \n6:00 PM – 7:30 PM\nThroughout the evening\, guests can experience African drumming and dance\, poetry\, heritage performances\, live audience participation moments\, a live choir\, food sculptures and culinary demonstrations\, face painting\, sound bowls\, massage chairs\, food trucks\, giveaways\, and more. \nFamilies can also explore the Mobile Bookstore\, receive free youth books while supplies last\, connect with local African American authors\, and engage with curated literacy-focused activities celebrating the power of reading\, storytelling\, and cultural preservation. \n7:30 PM – 9:00 PM\nThe night concludes with a featured concert performance by legendary Grammy-nominated R&B group Brownstone\, featuring a live band. Known for defining the sound of ’90s R&B with rich harmonies and timeless hits including “If You Love Me\,” “Grapevyne\,” and “5 Miles to Empty\,” Brownstone first rose to acclaim as Michael Jackson’s first signing to MJJ Music. \nToday\, the group continues to bring their signature soulful sound to audiences across the country\, connecting generations of R&B fans through powerful vocals and unforgettable live performances.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/juneteenth-commemoration-celebration-and-concert-ft-brownstone-w-live-band/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T190000
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SUMMARY:Fivestar Comic Con
DESCRIPTION:FIVESTAR COMIC CON IS A two-day celebration of comics\, pop culture\, anime\, gaming\, cosplay and more! Meet Special guests such as Katy Townsend (Arcane\, Fallout 4\, Mass Effect: Andromeda)\, William Ofoegbu (Hell Clock\, My Hero Academia\, DC Universe Online)\, Power Rangers Justin Nimmo\, Philip Andrew\, Selwyn Ward\, Tracy Lynn Cruz and more! Comic creators such as Darryl Banks (Green Lantern)\, AJ Ampadu (Ninjak vs. Roku\, Valiant presents Shadowman)\, Andrew Thomas (Kevin Smith’s Quick Stops\, Archie Meets Jay & Silent Bob\, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)\, Michael Watson (Freestyle Komics) See the full special guest lineup here! Photo Ops are available now! On Sunday\, stick around for our special after hours event with Ascend Pro Wrestling! Also included with your convention pass! Tickets and info: https://www.fivestarcomiccon.com/fivestar-dayton
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/fivestar-comic-con/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Dayton Convention Center\, 22 East 5th Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T160000
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SUMMARY:Grafton Hill Home\, Garden & Historic Auto Show
DESCRIPTION:Step beyond the ropes and experience one of Dayton’s most storied neighborhoods in a way few people ever do. On Saturday\, June 20\, the Grafton Hill Home\, Garden & Historic Auto Show invites guests to spend the day exploring grand historic homes\, nationally recognized gardens\, architectural landmarks\, and vintage automobiles in one of Dayton’s most beautiful and fascinating neighborhoods. This is far more than a traditional home tour. Wander through eight private historic homes and gardens\, including a garden recognized by the Smithsonian Institution’s Archives of American Gardens. Step inside the historic Dayton Masonic Center and tour the newly restored Commodore Apartments\, a 1924 landmark that sat vacant for years before undergoing a remarkable $7.4 million transformation. Along the way\, discover beautifully preserved architecture\, hidden gardens\, original craftsmanship\, and the stories of the families\, inventors\, and visionaries who helped shape Dayton’s history. Car enthusiasts will enjoy historic automobiles displayed throughout the neighborhood\, ranging from early twentieth-century vehicles to classic muscle cars of the 1960s. The automotive theme is especially fitting in Grafton Hill\, where Col. Edward A. Deeds once lived and worked alongside Charles F. Kettering to develop the electric starter\, an invention that forever changed the automobile industry. The experience extends beyond the homes themselves. Stroll tree-lined streets\, meet homeowners and neighbors\, enjoy food trucks\, and explore the cultural landmarks that make Grafton Hill unique\, including the Dayton Art Institute\, Dayton Masonic Center\, and Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. Whether you’re passionate about architecture\, gardens\, historic preservation\, design\, automobiles\, Dayton history\, or simply enjoy discovering places you don’t normally get to see\, the Grafton Hill Home\, Garden & Historic Auto Show offers a rare opportunity to experience all of these in a single afternoon. Last admission at 2 p.m. Rain or Shine. Lots of walking involved.  https://graftonhilltourtickets.eventbrite.com
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/grafton-hill-home-garden-historic-auto-show/
LOCATION:Dayton Masonic Center\, 525 W. Riverview Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405-4702\, United States
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SUMMARY:Los Rakas with Opener Isai Morales
DESCRIPTION:Los Rakas\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 20 @ 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeries:\n\n\n\n\nProjects Unlimited & Wyse Family Foundation Gem Series \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenre:\n\n\n\n\nLatino Hip Hop/Reggaeton \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLos Rakas is comprised of cousins Raka Rich and Raka Dun\, pioneering Panamanians by way of the Bay Area on the frontier of a new Latin urban sound. Known for their fresh mix of hip-hop\, plena\, reggae\, and dancehall music; the Grammy-nominated duo represents the cutting edge of Pan-American flows.\nTaking their name from the Panamanian word “Rakataka\,” a negative slur used to describe someone from the ghetto\, Los Rakas have set out to inspire fellow “Rakas” by empowering them to become successful despite their circumstances. \nIn 2012\, Los Rakas released their EP\, Raka Love\, touring nationally and internationally. Their debut album on Universal Music Latino\, El Negrito Dun Dun y Ricardo\, released in 2014. In 2016\, Los Rakas released their self-titled\, second album earning them a Grammy nomination for “Best Latin Rock\, Urban or Alternative Album”. Their 2019 album Manes De Negocio is best described by Remezcla as a “socially conscious trap soiree”. Los Rakas has performed with artists like Dave Chappelle\, Snoop Dogg\, Berner\, JBalvin\, Kehlani\, Zion & LennoxCypress Hill\, E40\, Ice Cube\, Kali Uchis\, Shaggy\, and Nina Sky to name a few. They have also collaborated with artists such as Blondie\, Amara La Negra\, Carmack\, Kafu Banton\, Kat Dahlia\, D-Smoke\, Goapele\, P-Lo and in 2022 their hit single Uno2Tres will be featured in the FIFA 22 soundtrack. \nAs KQED states\, Los Rakas are “positioning themselves as the heirs of pioneering Black Panamanian reggaetoneros such as El General and Renato.” Los Rakas are turning the current Latin hip-hop world on its head. \nProjects Unlimited & Wyse Family Foundation Gem Series Opener: ISAI MORALES
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/los-rakas-with-opener-isai-morales/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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