Downtown Dayton Partnership

The Kite Runner
2024-05-28 19:30 (America/Detroit) | Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Based on Khaled Hosseini’s beloved, international best-selling novel, THE KITE RUNNER is a powerful new play adapted by Matthew Spangler that follows one man’s journey to confront his past and find redemption.
Afghanistan is a divided country, and two childhood friends are about to be torn apart. It’s a beautiful afternoon in Kabul and the skies are full of the excitement and joy of a kite flying tournament. But neither of the boys can foresee the incident which will change their lives forever. Told across two decades and two continents, THE KITE RUNNER is an unforgettable journey of forgiveness, and shows us all that we can be good again.
The Human Race Theatre Company and Dayton Live are proud to bring this national tour to Dayton.

Dr. Edmund H. Moore
2024-05-29 16:00 | Sinclair Conference Center, 301 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA

Dayton Jewish International Film Festival
2024-05-30 - 2024-06-30 | THE NEON, United States
The Dayton Jewish International Film Festival offers outstanding world cinema that promotes awareness, appreciation and pride to the diversity of the Jewish people and to the community at large. Our goal is to educate and entertain through evocative, narrative and documentary films that portray the Jewish experience from historic to current global perspectives. For a full lineup of films and events, visit https://jewishdayton.org/program/dayton-jewish-film-festival/

70th Anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education
2024-05-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Dayton Metro Library begins its 2024 Social Justice Speaker Series (SJSS) season with a tribute to history in 70th Anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, scheduled for Thursday, May 30, in the Main Library’s Eichelberger Forum from 6-7:30 pm. In the early 1950’s, Reverend Oliver L. Brown, along with a team of attorneys for the NAACP and 12 other parents, filed a suit on behalf of their children against the local board of education for segregating public schools. Their case was joined with other cases from several states on appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court, and in 1954, it became known as the landmark decision of Brown v. the Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas. Rev. Brown passed away in 1961 before knowing the impact this case would have on the nation. On Thursday, May 30, Cheryl Brown Henderson, daughter to the late Rev. Brown, will join DML in sharing her reflections and memories about this significant time in American History and discuss how the historic decision impacts us as a nation today. Comprised of award-winning speakers providing insights from their professional fields and personal journeys, the SJSS addresses some of the most critical social justice issues of today. This event is co-sponsored by Friends of the Dayton Metro Library and the Charles F. Kettering Foundation. It is intended for an adult and teen audience. Registration is not required. Additional information about the Social Justice Speaker Series and upcoming guests can be found at DaytonMetroLibrary.org/SocialJustice. Additional questions may also be direct to the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

Monophonics
2024-05-30 19:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Since 2012, Monophonics has steadily built a reputation as a consistent band with a unique sound. Well crafted songs and records are matched by an energetic live performance. A heavenly signature style: Pure timeless heavy soul and warm textures of psychedelic rock. This is a band that revels in the past, taking you back to the stylings of the late 60s and early 70s, while always keeping its feet positioned in the present, looking ahead to the future.
Front man, vocalist & keyboardist Kelly Finnigan always leads with power. The renowned rhythm section starts with drummer Austin Bohlman along with Max Ramey on Bass and Aquilles Magaña on guitar. A dynamic horn section led by Ryan Scott on Trumpet with Jason Cressey playing Trombone always elevates the show & sound. This core group drips in cosmic fashion.
As a touring band, Monophonics has taken their act to dozens of countries, selling out venues all over the states, UK & Europe including London, NYC, Athens, LA, Istanbul, San Francisco, Amsterdam & Paris. Known for putting on an infectious performance which places their intimate songwriting and soulful musicianship on full display. Its the kind of concert that delivers gifts to the mind, body and soul of every crowd in each city they travel to. Monophonics brings a musical experience that is unforgettable, which has earned the group a global fanbase and loyal following.

MVHSTA Showcase
2024-05-30 19:30 | The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
This Tony Awards®-inspired showcase honors schools, students, and directors for artistic excellence in high school theatre with live performances from local high schools and a tribute to the enthusiasm, dedication, and accomplishments of the area’s vibrant high school theatre programs. The Miami Valley High School Theatre Awards (MVHSTA) and Showcase celebrate, support, and advocate for high school theatre education throughout the Miami Valley region.

Dayton Pride 2024
2024-05-31 18:00 | Downtown Dayton
This year’s Dayton Pride celebration of the LGBTQ+ community is being held in a different location. We’re taking Pride to the streets. North Saint Clair Street, to be exact. It’s a two day festival starting on Friday, May 31 with entertainment on North Saint Clair Street between First and Second Streets. We’ll have entertainment, beer, food trucks and lots of fun. Saturday morning we kick off Pride Month with a parade beginning off 11am and a festival immediately following at Noon. The parade will close parts of Second Street, Main Street and First Street. As the parade wraps up, the festival ramps up. The festival will be more of the same from Friday night, but bigger. So big, we’re adding an extra block. We’ll have Pride on Saint Clair from First Street to Third Street.
Pride is free, family friendly and a lot of fun. Come on down and rock the streets.
http://www.daytonlgbtcenter.org/pride

McGuffey Lane with Gem Series Opener: Eleyet McConnell
2024-05-31 19:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
McGuffey Lane is a country rock band from central Ohio. In 1972 founding members Steve George Reis (bass/ vocals) and Terry Efaw (steel guitar/ gut string guitar/ electric guitar) were a duo called “Scotch and Soda”. When they added Bobby Gene McNelley (vocalist/ guitarist) they renamed themselves McGuffey Lane after the street of Steve’s Athens Ohio home. As their popularity grew they added Dick Smith (drums/ vocals) and Stephen “Tebes” Douglass (keyboards/ harmonica/ vocals). In 1977 McGuffey Lane started playing at Zachariah’s Red Eye Saloon and soon became the house band. At that point they added John Schwab (vocalist/ guitarist) who was opening for them as the sixth and final member of the original McGuffey Lane.
McGuffey Lane played at Zachariah’s through 1980. In August of 1980 they released their first self-titled album on Paradise Island Records selling 40,000 in the first three months. The album reached #1 in Columbus during the fall of 1980 which gained the attention of Atlantic Records. Atlantic released the album nationally on its Atco Label with sales of 175,000. During the early 1980’s McGuffey Lane was a national act touring with Charlie Daniels, the Allman Brothers, The Judds and Marshall Tucker Band. In 1981 they released their second album “Aqua Dreams” followed by their third album “Let the Hard Times Roll” released in 1982. In early 1984 Tebes Douglass was killed in an automobile accident returning home from a show in Dayton. They released their fourth and final album for Atlantic “Day by Day” and dedicated it to Tebes. After the release of “Day by Day”, Bobby Gene McNelley left the band to pursue a solo song writing career.
In 1985 McGuffey Lane went back to their Ohio roots playing clubs, concert halls, fairs and festivals. In 1986 they released “A McGuffey Lane Christmas”, a fundraiser for the Central Ohio Lung Association. In 1990 McGuffey Lane disbanded after a tour through the state and a last night at the Newport Music Hall. In 1993 they did a “one time show” at the Newport and in 1995 they released “Greatest Hits Live and More”. At that point McGuffey Lane regrouped featuring John Schwab, Terry Efaw and Casey McGowan from the 1980’s line up. They were joined by veteran Columbus area musicians including Molly Pauken (mandolin, acoustic guitar, vocals). In 1998 they released “Call Me Lucky” . It was during 1998 that current McGuffey Lane members joined the band. Randy Huff (drums/ vocals) joined in the summer of 1998 and Kevin Reed (harmonica/ vocals) joined at the end of 1998.
In 2001 McGuffey Lane organized the First Annual Zachariah’s Red Eye Saloon Reunion featuring themselves and other acts that performed during the Zach’s days. In 2002 they released all acoustic CD “Wood” which included popular concerts songs from the late 1970’s but never previously released. In 2003 the Zachariah’s Red Eye Saloon Reunion moved to Promo West Pavilion and has been held there (now Kemba LIVE!) every year since. Finally in 2006 after years of fighting with Atlantic over the rights to their first four albums recorded in the mid 1980’s, Rhino Records released them in 2 albums sets. The first self-titled album and “Aqua Dreams” in one set and “Let the Hard Times Roll” and “Day by Day” in the second set.
In 2010 McGuffey Lane released their 10th CD “10” on Lick Records which was co-founded by John Schwab. In 2011 “Bartender” from the “10” CD was released as a single. It reached #50 on the national country charts (Music Row Magazine). In June 2017 McGuffey Lane released their 11th and latest CD “Legend of the Red Eye” on Lick Records. In a review of “Legend of the Red Eye” Dave Culbertson writes: “If you like the “country” side of The Lane…you should love this one. It is an interesting mixture of originals and masterfully-done covers of some of the country and country-pop classics from a variety of artists…all well done…many times, better than the originals.” In November 2017 “Cowboys Like What Cowgirls Do” by Steve George Reis from the new “Legend of the Red Eye” was #1 on the Alternative Country Music chart. The 2023 Zachariah’s Red Eye Reunion was held on Saturday January 21st at Kemba LIVE in downtown Columbus Ohio to another capacity crowd.
McGuffey Lane’s history mirrors one of the songs from their 2002 “Wood” album. “I’ve been up and down and all around my head in the clouds and my feet on the ground. Don’t you worry baby don’t you worry about me. Cause I’ve survived everything that comes and goes. I still know which way that old north wind blows. After all these years I’m “Runnin’ Wild and Free”. McGuffey Lane is still going strong with the three original surviving members (Steve George Reis, Terry Efaw and John Schwab) in the band. McGuffey Lane still performs about 20 concerts annually. The Journey Continues and “It’s A Good Day”.

Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: Eleyet McConnell
In a landscape saturated with musical conformity, Eleyet McConnell emerges as a breath of fresh air, challenging genre boundaries and invigorating the music scene. Comprised of two distinct talents and innovative minds, their music blends raw emotion, introspection, and unapologetic originality. This dynamic duo, originating from Central Ohio, is reshaping the norms of musical expression, crafting a sound that eludes easy classification. Their songwriting prowess captivates, with lyrics that strike a chord deep within their audience. Rooted in personal experiences and universal truths, their songs speak to the human experience with a rare and honest vulnerability, offering a unique perspective on shared emotions and life’s journey.

Penumbra By Thelma Virata de Castro: A Staged Reading
2024-05-31 19:30 | PNC Arts Annex, 46 N. Ludlow St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Gullie, Osprey, and Ric are all lost and find their way to the beach and each other. With the help of lunar eclipse water, these lost souls create their own mythology as they seek home and navigate time at the mouth of the San Diego River.
PENUMBRA was commissioned by The Old Globe Theatre in 2022 and workshopped in 2023.
Each performance will be followed by a talkback with the artists and playwright.
Content Disclosure: The show explores themes of adoption, stepparents, alcoholism, cancer, and homelessness.

Dayton Pride Silent Disco
2024-05-31 20:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Dayton’s Silent Disco is celebrating Dayton Pride at The Yellow Cab Tavern on Friday May 31st! Come dance the night away with us under the party tent!
We’ll be getting down to all of your favorite Red, Green, and Blue station dance party action! Kim L will be on the green station with EDM, Sexbox on the blue station with 70s, 80s, and 90s, and John Chapel on the Red station with modern Hip Hop, you will not want to miss this classic Dayton event!
Cover starts at 8:00pm with music starting at 8:30pm on May 31st!
Tickets are $15 presale and $20 at the doors.
We’re offering “Group Tickets” – Save 20% when you bring a group of 10! (Pre-sale only)
*Discounted presale tickets end at Midnight on May 30th.
Tickets available at daytonsilentdisco.com
Yellow Cab’s resident truck, The Pizza Bandit, will be set up and serving through 11pm.
This show is 21+

Halfway to HauntFest
2024-05-31 21:00 | NextDoor, 454 E. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, 45402
We are nearly halfway to Halloween!!
When you think of Halloween in Dayton, you think of Hauntfest! Did you realize there is a theme to Hauntfest each year? Did you realize the Oregon District Business Association gives out hundreds of dollars in costume contest prizes? Now you know.
Join us for the official Hauntfest theme release party held at Next Door on Friday, May 31st! Various performers are creating acts specific to the theme. When they are done performing you will have the chance to guess the theme to win Hauntfest tickets and merch!!
I know you must be wondering if you can wear a costume. Of course you can!! It will make the dance floor even more interesting when DJ’s Matt Freeman and Kevy Kev take over when the performances are over!
Doors open at 9pm! Performances will follow shortly after. The event is 21+ and there is no cover charge to enter!
Performances by:
Aurora MaurLily Datura Troupe Roja Zinnia Butterfly
Mistress of Ceremonies: Regina Spade!
Please bring cash to tip your performers!

Logan Wilson Celebrity Softball Game
2024-06-01 12:00 | Day Air Ballpark, 220 North Patterson Blvd., Dayton, OH, 45402
Approaching its 2nd year, the Logan Wilson Celebrity Softball Game is recognized as a highly anticipated family event.
This event includes plaza activities and a Home Run Derby followed by seven innings of softball. The Celebrity Softball Game will be a day filled with a plethora of entertainment, excitement, rivalry, philanthropy and much more!

Adelaide’s Wholesome Baked Pop-Up
2024-06-01 13:00 - 17:00 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us as we host Adelaide’s Wholesome Baked for a pop-up shop of freshly baked treats! She’ll be here 1-5pm!

Heartsiq Presents the 2nd Annual Mixtape Festival, Dayton Pride’s Afterparty
2024-06-01 16:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Heartsiq is a queer focused arts and entertainment group based in Dayton, OH that presents monthly curated live music and visual arts events at The Yellow Cab Tavern, monthly “Queeraoke” events at The Oregon Express, and monthly Guest Bartender Queer Mixers at Gather at The Arcade.

On June 1st, they’re presenting their 2nd Annual Mixtape Festival featuring queer artists, live musicians, DJs, MCs, vendors, and more on multiple stages at The Yellow Cab Tavern.

“Mixtape is our opportunity to celebrate Dayton Pride by highlighting local queer acts all night of Pride evening – we’re here to celebrate our artists and each other with a jam-packed evening of art, music, dance, vendors, and more!” Ky Heart, Heartsiq founder and partner, said, “Hosting Heartsiq has helped me realize just how much this community needed a queer space for people to feel safe being themselves” Kacie Clover, Heartsiq Partner said.

Heartsiq has grown over the last 18 months from a monthly showcase event at The Yellow Cab Tavern with the addition of Mixtape Festival over Pride weekend but also with the addition of two other monthly events in Downtown Dayton.

“Heartsiq is only growing! Having multiple small business partners reach out, excited to work with us, and the freedom they have given us in curating our Queer focused events in their unique spaces has been incredible.” Heart said. “We have been working with The Oregon Express to create ‘Queeraoke’ on the third Saturday of every month and then we are really excited to debut our Queer Romance Mixer at Gather at the Arcade on June 5th.”

If you’re interested in attending Heartsiq’s Mixtape Festival or other events, organizers say these events are for everyone.

“The definition of queer people and queer identities is always growing,” Clover said. “Heartsiq is a home for every single person.” She continued “Hosting Heartsiq has been an incredibly rewarding experience. The opportunity to promote LGBTQ artists, as well as spread queer joy has been a dream,” Heart said.

Attendees can get more information at heartsiq.com

Dayton Beer 5K
2024-06-01 17:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Dayton Beer 5K
5:00pm – 8:00pm
AGE: 21 and up | $10.00, $45.00
The 2024 Dayton Beer 5K & 1/4 mile walk and tasting will bring together 12 local microbreweries and the running community to enjoy a fun, athletic event with a relaxing beer tasting after party. Options are available for athletes of all abilities. All event details can be found at www.beer5K.com or on social media: @beer5k. Weather Dependent.

Lemon Bucket Orkestra
2024-06-01 19:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Lemon Bucket Orkestra are Toronto’s original Slavic-Balkan-Klezmer-Party-Punks. The multi-award-winning ensemble has been heralded as a groundbreaking, genre-bending phenomenon by media and fans alike, and over the past 14 years they have performed all over the world from WOMAD in New Zealand and Pohoda in Slovakia, to Festival D’Été in Québec City, and Luminato in Toronto. The Guardian proclaimed that their performances are “gorgeously sung and passionately played” and The New York Times declared them “charismatic…handsome and ambitious.”
Equal parts exhilarating precision and reckless abandon, LBO’s live shows are a truly immersive experience ranging from the ecstatic to the cathartic and all points in between. Now they have woven that unique blend of energy and emotion onto their upcoming 4th full length album Cuckoo. Set for release in May 2024, the new record pens strong lines through powerful Ukrainian polyphony, driving Balkan rhythms, and a deep undertone of modern Western sensibilities

The Music Of Green Day
2024-06-01 19:30 | The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Rock out to a full symphonic production featuring music from five-time Grammy® Award-winning punk rock band Green Day! You’ll hear the band’s iconic hits, including their multi-million sellers, “Basket Case” and “Good Riddance,” performed by professional rock musicians and singers, plus your Rockin’ Orchestra.

Beach Party Drag Brunch
2024-06-02 10:00 - 13:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Brunch, Glitter and Fabulous Drinks! Count us in. Grab your friends for Beach Party Drag Brunch at Yellow Cab Tavern!!!! The official Dayton Pride Drag Brunch!
PLEASE NOTE: Seating is NOT ASSIGNED!!!!!! So you need to come with your party all together!!SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE !!ALSO if you can’t make room sit with someone new make a friend we are here to have fun!!THIS IS INDOOR ONLY NO PATIO SEATING AVAILABLE!!Doors will open at 10am for the 10:45am show that ends at 1pm! A catered event by Pizza Bandit & Eat The Rich Wheelchair accessibleFabulous Themed Drinks Drag show performance provided by Scarlett Moon and her Entertainers!$15 Tickets, (INCLUDE: General Admission, Photo Op with entertainers) NO DRINKS and NO FOOD INCLUDED$3 from every ticket goes to Dayton Pride NO REFUNDS!!18 and up (ADULT HUMOR AND WORDS WILL BE HEARD) COSTUME CONTEST!!! So dress to IMPRESS!!!!*Dress up in your best beach appareal*ABSOLUTELY NO glitter, confetti, silly string, or any other celebratory confetti like items or a $200 clean up fee will be charged to your bill!!The Audience game money is all put back into the brunch to make the better but the winner does receive a gift!Once you buy a ticket you’ll be automatically added to our newsletter and receive emails about future events.

Assembling a Rain Barrel
2024-06-02 10:30 - 11:30 | 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Join Montgomery County Soutwest Conservacy District and Dayton Urban Green as they demonstrate how to assemble a rain barrel for use at your house.

Dayton City Market
2024-06-02 12:00 - 17:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Dayton City Market
12:00pm – 5:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
The Dayton City Market returns to RiverScape on Sunday, June 2nd from 12 to 5 PM! Come down to enjoy shopping from a variety of local boutiques, bakeries, artists and more. Plus, enjoy a yoga class and some delicious eats from local food vendors. Admission is free! Weather Dependent.

An Afternoon With Will Liverman: Opera Star Recital
2024-06-02 14:30 | The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Called “one of the most versatile singing artists performing today” (Bachtrack), Grammy® Award-winning baritone Will Liverman comes to Dayton fresh from his Metropolitan Opera premiere of Anthony Davis’s X: The Life And Times Of Malcolm X. Liverman opened the Met’s 2021 season as the lead in Terence Blanchard’s acclaimed Fire Shut Up In My Bones, and recently co-created The Factotum (inspired by Rossini’s The Barber Of Seville) for Lyric Opera of Chicago. In this recital, Liverman performs works from Black composers as well as pieces from the traditional classical music canon.

An Afternoon with Will Liverman: Opera Star Recital
2024-06-02 14:30 - 16:30 | The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Called “one of the most versatile singing artists performing today” (Bachtrack), Grammy Award-winning baritone Will Liverman comes to Dayton fresh from his Metropolitan Opera premiere of Anthony Davis’s X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X. Liverman opened the Met’s 2021 season as the lead in Terence Blanchard’s acclaimed Fire Shut Up in My Bones, and recently co-created The Factotum (inspired by Rossini’s The Barber of Seville) for Lyric Opera of Chicago. In this recital, Liverman performs works from Black composers alongside other pieces from the classical music canon.
General ticket sale begins August 10, 2023

Monday Summer Reading Club
2024-06-03 12:00 - 19:00 | Rabbit Hole Books, 27 W. First St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Every Monday from Memorial Day to Labor Day, every person 18 and under who comes by the store is welcome to take home any book in the store for free! Come every week!

Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiters Kayak Solutions
2024-06-04 14:00 - 18:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Kayak Rentals series
Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiters Kayak Solutions
2:00pm – 6:00pm
AGE: 14 and up | $12.00
Paddle under the fountains with Taiters Kayak Solutions all summer long at RiverScape MetroPark! Regular walk-up rental hours will take place Tuesdays from 2-6pm and Thursdays from 4-8pm, June-October. Launch from under the Riverside Bridge along the Great Miami Recreational Trail. The cost to participate is $12 per person per hour. Taiters Kayak Solutions staff will provide visitors with brief instructions prior to entering the water, which will include a safety tutorial, and help visitors get into their vessels. All visitors will be required to wear a properly fitted life jacket. Swimming is prohibited in the Great Miami River, but visitors should come prepared to get wet. Those renting will not be permitted to go through the RiverScape River Run whitewater feature. No lifeguards are on duty, and paddling is at all visitors’ own risk. All visitors must sign a waiver to participate. Visit Facebook.com/TaitersKayakSolutions for more information. Weather Dependent.

RiverScape Cornhole Tournament
2024-06-04 18:30 - 21:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
RiverScape Cornhole Tournament
6:30pm – 9:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
Grab your friends or co-workers and join us at RiverScape on the first Tuesday of the month from June through October for your chance to win some prizes while having some competitive fun during our cornhole tournament! It is free to participate, but on-site registration is required. The tournament will begin shortly after 7 PM, with registration opening at 6:30 PM. While our tournament is family-friendly, we recommend participants be 14 and older. The RiverScape Cafe will be open and offers an expanded menu including delicious appetizers, refreshments and desserts. For those 21 and over, a variety of cocktails, beer and wine will be available for purchase, as part of the Downtown Dayton DORA. Weather Dependent.

Nature Adventures Family Program
2024-06-05 14:30 - 15:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30 pm, Main Library, Children’s Creativity Space: Participate in arts and crafts, activities, and experiments that focus on the diversity of the natural world. Every session has a different theme.

June 5: Camping
June 12: Gardening with The Ohio State University Extension Office
June 26: Get up close with encounters of Brukner Nature Center animals.
July 10: Nature scavenger hunt
July 17: Meet local author Christina Dendy who will share her book The Wall and the Wild and lead a garden themed art project.
July 31: Summer weather

Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiters Kayak Solutions
2024-06-06 16:00 - 20:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Kayak Rentals series
Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiters Kayak Solutions
4:00pm – 8:00pm
AGE: 14 and up | $12.00
Paddle under the fountains with Taiters Kayak Solutions all summer long at RiverScape MetroPark! Regular walk-up rental hours will take place Tuesdays from 2-6pm and Thursdays from 4-8pm, June-October. Launch from under the Riverside Bridge along the Great Miami Recreational Trail. The cost to participate is $12 per person per hour. Taiters Kayak Solutions staff will provide visitors with brief instructions prior to entering the water, which will include a safety tutorial, and help visitors get into their vessels. All visitors will be required to wear a properly fitted life jacket. Swimming is prohibited in the Great Miami River, but visitors should come prepared to get wet. Those renting will not be permitted to go through the RiverScape River Run whitewater feature. No lifeguards are on duty, and paddling is at all visitors’ own risk. All visitors must sign a waiver to participate. Visit Facebook.com/TaitersKayakSolutions for more information. Weather Dependent.

Parking Lot Party
2024-06-06 17:30 - 19:30 | 230 Webster St.
Join us for an unforgettable “Parking Lot Party” before the Dayton Dragons game on June 6th at the 230 Webster Street parking lot! From 5:30 -7:30 PM enjoy FREE mouth-watering food and refreshing drinks from Sueno and Warped Wing, while a live DJ sets the perfect vibe for a bubble party extravaganza that kids will love. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere, connect with fellow fans, and make lasting memories with family and friends. Don’t miss out on the ultimate pre-game celebration—mark your calendars and bring your excitement for a fantastic time!

Skeleton Dust presents an art opening by Sydney Joslin-Knapp
2024-06-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Skeleton Dust Records, 133 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Skeleton Dust is excited to feature the colorful and stimulating works of local artist Sydney Joslin-Knapp for our June art opening. Live DJing courtesy of J[REDACTED] as well. Come out for a fun night of sights and sounds! Sydney’s work will be hanging in the shop through the months of June and July.

Motherfolk w/ Gem Series Opener: Matt Rouch & the Noise Upstairs
2024-06-06 19:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Serious songs from goofy people. That’s what you can expect from diverse, Midwest indie-rockers, Motherfolk. What started out as a writing project among two college friends turned into a fully realized band untethered to genres, with an endlessly bright future.
Composed of Bobby Paver and Nathan Dickerson on vocals and guitar, bassist Clayton Allender, drummer Ethan Wescott, and Karlie Dickerson on keys Motherfolk are not only bandmates, but best friends. The band’s close-knit relationship allows each member to be their most authentic self, leaving every ounce of their souls to be poured into each song and high-energy performance.
Despite their light-hearted, groovy-rock sound Motherfolk is dedicated to creating a much deeper connection with their fans. They don’t shy away from the taboo, taking on heavy topics with a light heart. The results provide us with music you can dance to, whose impact is felt long after the song has ended.
The band’s quirky friendship and social media posts originally drew fans in, but their connection to the music kept those fans around. Since their formation Motherfolk has been on a steady upward trajectory, amassing well over 5 million Spotify streams on their three studio albums and selling out shows while touring heavily across the United States.
matt rouch & the noise upstairs
Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: Matt Rouch & The Noise Upstairs
Matt Rouch & The Noise Upstairs originally formed in Denver when singer-songwriter Matt Rouch moved there in 2015. The band quickly rose to prominence in Colorado with their music being described as James Taylor meets the Fleet Foxes. The band won Best Country Band in Denver by 303 Magazine in 2018, and Rouch himself won an IMEA music award that same year for Folk Song of the Year, for his song Adelaide.
When he moved to Cincinnati in 2022 he formed a new iteration of the group and kept the playing style – a folk rock, alternative country band – or “y’all-ternative” as it’s been described by some. When he met Greta Propp, another newcomer to Cincy, who’s fiddling chops were some of the best he had heard, Rouch knew it was time to fill out the group and get the ball rolling with the Cincinnati version of Matt Rouch & The Noise Upstairs.
