Downtown Dayton Partnership

Join In – Uniting Communities in Ohio Join or Die Film Screening
2024-09-07 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Dayton Metro Library, in partnership with Leadership Ohio and The Collaboratory, will present Join In – Uniting Communities in Ohio Join or Die Film Screening on Saturday, September 7, from 2-5 pm in the Main Library’s Bassani Theater Off Third, 3rd Floor.

Join In, an initiative by Leadership Ohio, begs the question: What can we do to unite our communities?

Join or Die, by Delevan Street Films, is a documentary based on research that Ohioan Robert Putnam conducted in response to the U.S. Surgeon General’s declared ‘epidemic of loneliness and isolation.’

Adult patrons are invited to this free event to watch the film; hear from guest speakers; discuss film themes; and learn about the loneliness and isolation crisis, the relationship between community life and the fate of our democracy, and the importance of joining local clubs.

Join In: Uniting Communities in Ohio is funded in part by the American 250-Ohio Commission.

For more information and to register, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

Hot Toddies Jazz Band with Hannah Gill
2024-09-07 19:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
THE HOT TODDIES JAZZ BAND are a fun-loving hot jazz & swing band from NYC. They have an eclectic mix of styles perfect for dancing, lindy hop, and good times!
The band has quickly become one of the top swing bands on the scene in NYC, the birthplace of the dance. They most recently headlined the beloved outdoor swing dance at Lincoln Center in front of over 2,000 people during “Summer for the City” (formerly Midsummer Night Swing) on July 6, 2023. This also was the pre-release of their debut full length album which came out on July 28th on all digital platforms. The album was not only praised by critics, but was on the Jazz Charts for 4 weeks, hitting #11 on the NACC Top 30 Jazz Chart, and playing on over 50 radio stations nationwide.
Additionally they perform at top venues around town such as The Blue Note Jazz Club, The Plaza Hotel, The Whitney Museum, The Public, The Players Club, The Montauk Club, and The Standard, among others. Their acclaimed weekly residency at GOTHAM JAZZ started in May 2022 at remains strong at the popular nightclub, Somewhere Nowhere, often pulling 300-400 guests per night. They also have performed at Prohibition Production’s sold-out Mardi Gras, Mad Hatter’s Ball and Gotham Jazz Festival; International Lindy Hop Championships “After Party”(ILHC 2022), the Cornell University Swing Weekend in 2022-2024, The Back Room (NYC’s last Prohibition-era speakeasy), among others. On tour they’ve played at Glen Echo Park in Washington DC with Gottaswing, the Avalon Theater in Maryland, and The 2022 Mexican International Hot Jazz Festival.
The band also plays at exclusive private, holiday & corporate events for clients such as The Whitney Museum, BizBash, Nice Ltd, The Red Cross, The Public Hotel, BNI, St Johns University, Mann Investments, and VIP nightclub openings for Somewhere Nowhere and Elsie Rooftop.
With the release of The Hot Toddies’ 2021 debut EP, their wacky music videos for “Dunkin Bagel” and “Five O’clock Coffee” both hit over 100k views on Facebook, while the band also has several videos with over 10k views on YouTube. The group often plays as a sextet or septet, often with one or two singers, and can comfortably become a larger or smaller size ensemble as needed.
Co-founded by Grammy-nominated GABE TERRACCIANO (Turtle Island String Quartet, Avalon Jazz Band) and noted composer & producer PATRICK SOLURI (Prohibition Productions), the band features some of the top musicians in the swing & jazz worlds including JUSTIN POINDEXTER (Jazz at Lincoln Center), DAN LEVINSON (Mel Torme, Woody Allen, The Aviator, Boardwalk Empire), RON WILKINS (Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Dizzy Gilespie), plus noted vocalists QUEEN ESTHER (James “Blood” Ulmer), and HANNAH GILL (Postmodern Jukebox, Company XIV), as well as special guest pianist GORDON WEBSTER.

Brat Rave
2024-09-07 20:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us for a dance party filled with all of your fave pop girlie anthems! We will be spinning Charli XCX, Chappell Roan, Kylie Minogue, Gaga and more! $5 at the doormusic starts at 9pm

Yoga
2024-09-09 18:00 - 19:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Community Fitness series
Yoga
6:00pm – 7:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
Aleasha with Passaddhi Yoga will lead you in all-levels yoga flow. If you’re a beginner, she will guide you through modifications to ensure you are comfortable to help you to become more familiar with poses. If you’re experienced, she will help grow your current practice. This class is truly for everyone! Weather Dependent.

Community Enterprise Legal Clinic
2024-09-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Community Enterprise Legal Clinic, Main Library, Opportunity Center, Monday, September 9, 6-8 pm:
Presented by Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE), this clinic is for low income or minority entrepreneurs who are interested in beginning a small business or non-profit, or are working to maintain one, in Dayton. Following a brief presentation, those who meet ABLE’s requirements will be able to have a consultation with a pro bono attorney to discuss a variety of topics. This program is made possible due to a grant from the Dayton Legal Heritage Foundation of The Dayton Foundation. Registration is required by visiting DaytonMetroLibrary.org

Launch Dayton Startup Week
2024-09-10 | The Hub powered by PNC Bank, 31 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Launch Dayton Startup Week, presented by Fifth Third Bank Powered by Entrepreneurs’ Center, is set to return this September, marking the premier annual gathering for the Dayton region’s entrepreneurs. This year’s event is particularly significant as it heralds the first Startup Week under the new leadership of the Entrepreneurs’ Center (EC), following the successful transition of the Launch Dayton program earlier this year. From September 10-12, hundreds of bold makers, innovators, dreamers, and doers will converge at The Hub in downtown Dayton to be inspired and empowered at this community-driven conference. Attendees can expect a week-long schedule filled with powerful talks, impactful hands-on workshops, and vibrant networking opportunities designed to support and celebrate Dayton’s entrepreneurial spirit. “The Entrepreneurs’ Center is excited to lead the next chapter of Launch Dayton and its flagship event, Startup Week,” said Scott Koorndyk, President of the Entrepreneurs’ Center. “Our commitment is to build on the strong foundation established by Parallax Advanced Research, continuing to fuel the entrepreneurial energy that has been a hallmark of this program. Launch Dayton Startup Week is a testament to our community’s resilience, innovation, and collaborative spirit, and we look forward to driving even greater impact in the years to come.” Here are some of the sessions you can look forward to:
Nick Bowman, Co-Founder, Warped Wing Brewing Company – Keynote
Whitney Barkley, Consultant, Speakerazzi – The AI Advantage: Elevate Your Business Using Artificial Intelligence Tools
Emily Fehrman Cory, PhD., CEO, Dayton Photonics – Walking the Valley of Death: Technology Transition in Real Life
Launch Dayton Startup Week is open to all – whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or new to the community, there is a place for you. Registration is free, and attendees are encouraged to build their custom conference agenda using the Whova app.

Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2024-09-10 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 Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2:00pm – 6:00pm
AGE: 14 and up | $12.00
Paddle under the fountains with Taiter’s 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. Taiter’s 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.

Tai Chi & Qigong at the River
2024-09-10 18:00 - 19:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Community Fitness series
Tai Chi & Qigong at the River
6:00pm – 7:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
Offered by Immortal Tree Qigong. Each hour-long Tai Chi & Qigong session will start with breathing exercises, warm up, and gentle stretching. You will then be guided through flowing movements mixed with short standing meditations. We will end with a slightly longer guided standing (or sitting) meditation. This should leave a few minutes to answer questions or discuss any insights. Qigong doesn’t require any special skills (other than breathing) or equipment (other than your body). Find “Immortal Tree Qigong” on Facebook or Instagram for more information! Weather Dependent.

Historical Context & Local Impact
2024-09-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Dayton Metro Library continues celebrating the 70th anniversary of historic Civil Rights court case Brown v. Board of Education with a series of commemorative discussions – the first being Historical Context & Local Impact. This program will be held on Tuesday, September 10, from 6-7:30 pm in the Main Library’s Eichelberger Forum.

In the early 1950’s, Reverend Oliver L. Brown, along with a team of attorneys for the NAACP and 12 other parents, along with cases from several other states, filed a suit on behalf of their children against local boards of education for segregating public schools, which became known as Brown v. the Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas. The Supreme Court eventually ruled that separating children in public schools on the basis of race was in violation of the 14th Amendment, making the act unconstitutional.

Rev. Brown passed away in 1961 before knowing the impact this case would have on the nation. In May, Rev. Brown’s daughter, Cheryl Brown Henderson, visited DML as part of its Social Justice Speaker Series to celebrate the 70th Anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education. DML continues honoring the legacy of Rev. Brown and others involved in this landmark case by hosting this special series.

Historical Context & Local Impact will host a panel discussion with guests providing their perspectives, anecdotes, and historical insights into the importance of this case in Civil Rights history. Panel guests include Charlotte McGuire, Ohio State Board of Education Representative, District 3; Dr. David Lawrence, Dayton Public Schools Superintendent; and Mattie White, 1st Vice President NAACP and President of National Council of Negro Women, Inc. DML’s Karen D. Brame of Special Collections will moderate the conversation.

This is a free event for adults, and registration is not required. For more information, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

Live Music from Edde Osborne
2024-09-10 19:00 - 21:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of Tuesday Nights in the Park series
Live Music from Edde Osborne
7:00pm – 9:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
Join us at RiverScape on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from June-October for live music, food, drinks and fun! Come support local musicians, try some delicious food from the Cafe, and challenge your friends to some giant lawn games. As part of the Downtown Dayton DORA, the RiverScape Cafe will also be offering a variety of cocktails, wine, beer and more for those 21 and over. Edde Osborne, local musician, is an outstanding saxophone and flute player and always gets the crowd dancing along to his fun covers of some the most well-known hits. You can catch Edde on July 9th and September 10th at RiverScape from 7 to 9 PM. Admission is free! Weather Dependent.

SWERK with MVP Dance Fit
2024-09-11 18:00 - 19:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Community Fitness series
SWERK with MVP Dance Fit
6:00pm – 7:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
SWERK (Sweat, Work, Twerk) combines current HipHop style dance moves with lower body toning exercises to bring you one Booty-licious bod. A true “lift your booty, love your body” experience. Beyonce’s welcome. No previous dance experience necessary, just come MOVE and have FUN. We can’t wait to SWERK with you! Weather Dependent.

Startup Week Block Party
2024-09-12 15:00 - 20:00 | Dayton Arcade, 35 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Enjoy music, food trucks, and fun! The party wraps up just in time to move down the street for a show at Levitt Pavilion.

Startup the Block
2024-09-12 15:00 - 20:00 | Dayton Arcade, 35 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Launch Dayton & The Entrepreneurs’ Center and Friends of the Dayton Arcade are excited to announce the first annual “Startup the Block”, a vendor market and block party inside the Arcade’s Rotunda and outside on Fourth Street and Pretzinger Lane. “Startup the Block” will be held on Thursday, September 12 from 3:00 – 8:00 PM and will serve as the culminating event for Startup Week, Dayton’s top gathering for new and aspiring entrepreneurs.
Shop from over 30 small business vendors, browse community partner tables, enjoy food and beverages from the Arcade’s Fourth Street restaurants and participating food trucks, and take in live performances in the Rotunda curated by Culture Works.
Our neighbors are also getting in on the action! Our neighbors at The Windsor Companies will have The Deneau at 40 W. Fourth Street open with additional touring and programming opportunities. The Levitt Pavilion will be rocking at 7:00 PM with a great set of performances.
Don’t miss this great event to say goodbye to summer and hello to Fourth Street!

Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2024-09-12 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 Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
4:00pm – 8:00pm
AGE: 14 and up | $12.00
Paddle under the fountains with Taiter’s 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. Taiter’s 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.

Hispanic Heritage Dinner at the 2nd Street Market
2024-09-12 17:00 - 20:00 | 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by dining at the 2nd Street Market. Join Chef Santiago Herrera as he presents tapas or small bites from his native Mexico. The tapas will consist of Black Bean Molletes, Cucumber Guacamole, Chicken Tinga, Cochinita Pibil Enchilada and Tres Leches Cake for dessert. Chef Herrera will also demonstrate for you how to make his guacamole. Registration required at 2nd Street Market webpage. $35.

Sierra Green & the Giants w/ Joe Waters & the Back Porch Band Opening
2024-09-12 19:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Emerging as a vibrant musical force from the bustling streets of New Orleans, Sierra Green embodies a fusion of timeless soul with an irresistible contemporary allure, evoking the depth and grit of the genre’s raw essence. Revered as the “Queen of Frenchmen Street,” Sierra’s roots delve deep into the rich musical soil of the city’s 7th Ward—a historic breeding ground that nurtured legends such as Jelly Roll Morton, Sidney Bechet, and Allen Toussaint. Sierra’s musical destiny is woven into the tapestry of this storied neighborhood, where her voice resonated in the church choir from the tender age of eight.
Sierra’s artistic odyssey mirrors the resilience and profound soulfulness of her surroundings. Originating from humble beginnings, she captivated audiences along the iconic Frenchmen Street, eventually securing residencies in New Orleans’ most esteemed clubs. Here, she meticulously curated her band, The Giants, handpicking the city’s finest musicians to refine her distinctive sound and command the stage with an undeniable presence.
A transformative moment unfolded in Fall 2023 when Sierra, alongside The Giants, collaborated in the studio with the esteemed David Torkanowsky, a musical luminary synonymous with New Orleans. The outcome was a five-song collection showcasing Sierra’s artistry, revitalizing classics like The Meter’s “Break in the Road” and infusing her unique essence into David Shaw’s “Promised Land.” Tracks such as “One Thing” and “He Called Me Baby” resonate with emotional depth and unfiltered passion, marking Sierra’s trajectory—a burgeoning artist leaving an indelible imprint on the soul music landscape.
Further expanding her horizons, Sierra journeyed to Nashville, collaborating with producer and guitarist J.D. Simo, celebrated for his work with icons like Beyoncé, Stevie Nicks, and Jack White. These recording sessions promise to elevate her forthcoming debut album, infusing her captivating vocals with sultry guitar, potent horns, and infectious basslines—a nod to the legends of Detroit and Memphis as she forges her own path among contemporary torchbearers.
Sierra stands poised and primed, where each moment behind the microphone holds the promise of an unforgettable evening—an embodiment of soulful melodies and magnetic performances that leave audiences moved, captivated, and inspired. Sierra Green isn’t merely crafting music; she’s etching her legacy in the revered annals of musical history.
Joe Waters blues band live music Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener Joe Waters & the Back Porch Band
Joe Waters, a versatile musician from Dayton, Ohio, showcases his talent across Blues, Funk, Folk, and Americana genres as a singer-songwriter. Inspired by his father, Joe’s musical journey began at age 5 with a harmonica, evolving into mastery of guitar, drums, and vocals. With four albums recorded alongside his father and recent accolades like winning the 2022 Telluride Blues Challenge, Joe is eagerly crafting a new EP with his band and a solo album, promising exciting new creations for his growing audience.

PechaKucha Dayton Vol. 54
2024-09-12 19:30 | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
We are so excited to return to the Brightside for PK Dayton Volume 54!
Free parking is available at the venue and designated lots – parking information is here: https://www.thebrightsidedayton.com/parking.
Speakers and topics: TBACash bar
Thanks for your support!Cash donations are gladly accepted to help PK keep going. You can help grow our audience by inviting someone new to PK!
Special thanks to our sponsorsMEGA: Catapult CreativeEVENT: Dragonfly Editorial and Oregon Printing Communications
If you’re trying to describe us, this is what we say!Established in 2009, PechaKucha Night Dayton is a free quarterly idea-sharing party and networking event for adults.PechaKucha is a fast-paced style of presenting using 20 slides discussed for 20 seconds each (20×20). This presentation format allows speakers to share their passions in a succinct format, telling their stories in their own voices, with unique visuals leading the way.
This creative outlet began as nighttime get-togethers in Tokyo in 2003 by two renowned architects. Since then, three million people have attended PechaKucha events worldwide. Dayton is one of over 1,200 official PK cities.
PK Dayton is a volunteer-run event by local organizers Shayna, Mike, Ron, Meg, Sean, and SarahCash bar.

Exhibit: Midwest Americana
2024-09-13 12:00 - 17:00 | Dayton Society of Artists, 48 High Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Midwest Americana
SEPTEMBER 13 – OCTOBER 26
The Dayton Society of Artists (DSA) is pleased to present MIDWEST AMERICANA, a regional call for lens-based artwork. All artists, 18 years or older and living or working in Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky were eligible for entry. Each piece must be lens-based (including but not limited to photography, computer edited photos, video, etc.) but may have other mediums or techniques incorporated into the work. Traditional and non-traditional approaches are welcome, and the medium may be interpreted broadly. Support for this exhibition is provided by FotoFocus.

After Dark Friday Fun Night
2024-09-13 17:30 - 19:00 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
A laidback, guided art-making opportunity for adults to unwind from a long week. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Due to this event occurring after hours, please enter through the Rike Building entrance and wait in the lobby for your instructor. Come prepared to get messy!
COST: $20 members, $25 non-members
July 12, 2024
5:30-7:00
Hand-Painted, Screen-Printed, Pop Art Panels!
Learn about the silkscreen process while painting and screen-printing your very own DAI-themed Pop Art paintings on canvas panels! No silk-screening or painting experience is necessary. Come prepared to get messy! Experimentation and collaboration are strongly encouraged!
August 09, 2024
5:30-7:00
Watercolor-Resist Zentangle Painting
Use watercolors, oil pastels, and more to create elaborate, bold, and colorful painted patterns through the fun, relaxing art of Zentangle mark-making! No drawing or painting experience is necessary. Experimentation and collaboration are strongly encouraged!
September 13, 2024
5:30-7:00
Notan Papercutting Collage
Learn about the Japanese art of Notan to draw, cut, and create dynamic designs with paper cutouts. No drawing experience is necessary. Experimentation and collaboration are strongly encouraged!

The Iguanas
2024-09-13 19:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
A fixture of the New Orleans music scene for over two decades, The Iguanas’ music is an infectious mix of America’s musical heritage – Tejano and Conjunto sounds from the Texas/Mexico border region, as best exemplified by the accordion and bajo sexto, the American South’s Blues, Jazz and New Orleans R&B, and passion of the music of the Caribbean and Mexico. Taking their cues from all of these influences and then some, The Iguanas redefine the notion of Americana, crossing cultures, styles, eras… and even languages.

The Rong Brothers, Palette Knife, Frank Calzada and Friends
2024-09-13 19:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Joins us September 13th for The Rong Brothers, Palette Knife, Frank Calzada and Friends!$10 Cover starts at 7pm with music at 8pm

The Rong Brothers – Dayton Porch Punk
Frank and Friends – Frank Calzada is a genre fluid multi instrumentalist from Dayton, Ohio. By combining different kinds of melodies and rhythms, Calzada creates a fusion of sound that is indistinguishable and genuine, all of which he classifies as “cico-délico”.
Palette Knife – “Palette Knife is an emo, indie, and punk band from Columbus, Ohio. The band consists of three members and released their second album, New Game+, on January 20, 2023. The 13-song album is a concept album about the band being trapped in a video game controlled by a malicious AI called “Plus”. Each song on the album represents a boss that the band must defeat, and each boss represents a different fear or anxiety that the band members must overcome to grow as people. The band members say that they love video games and that the band is a way for them to express their passions.”

Dvorák, Stravinsky, And Brahms
2024-09-13 19:30 | The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Antonín Dvořák: Carnival Overture, Op. 92
Igor Stravinsky: Violin Concerto In D
Johannes Brahms: Symphony No. 4 In E Minor, Op. 98
Acclaimed worldwide for his exceptional talent and magnificent tone, Chad Hoopes has wowed DPO audiences since he was 15. He returns to perform Igor Stravinsky’s joyful Violin Concerto in D – a spectacular start to Neal Gittleman’s 30th anniversary season! Dvořák’s bold and brilliant Carnival Overture opens the concert, while Brahms’s melodic Symphony No. 4 adds energy and passion.
Chad Hoopes, Violin
Neal Gittleman, Conductor
Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra

Hunger Action Month at the 2nd Street Market-5 Loaves & 2 Fishes
2024-09-14 09:00 - 15:00 | 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
September is Hunger Action Month, a nationwide campaign by Feeding America. Help raise awareness and bring your non-perishables to the Market to help eliminate hunger in our community or purchase items from our Market vendors and donate. 5 Loaves & 2 Fishes, a local organization that provides weekly meals to those in need, will be on hand today to take your donations.

NAMIWalks Montgomery County
2024-09-14 10:00 - 13:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
AMIWalks participants like you don’t just walk the walk. You are the walk.
NAMIWalks is about people who think nothing of giving everything – their time, their stories, their heartfelt dedication to the cause: Mental Health for All.
Now it’s your turn to step forward.
To join our caring community or to welcome new friends.
To accept the challenge and become the change through your commitment, togetherness, and laughter.
To fuel mental health awareness, raise funds for NAMI’s mission and let people know they are not alone.
Give your all – for Mental Health for All. Join us for NAMIWalks 2024!
https://www.namiwalks.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=1540

NAMIWalks Montgomery County
2024-09-14 10:00 - 13:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
NAMIWalks Montgomery County
10:00am – 1:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
Join NAMI Montgomery County for NAMIWalks 2024! The goal of NAMIWalks is to fuel mental health awareness, raise funds for NAMI’s local programs & service, and let people know they are not alone. NAMIWalks Montgomery County will have a resource fair, food vendors, and youth activities beginning at 10:00 am and a Walk kicking off at 11:00 am (one and three-mile routes available). Register online. Weather Dependent.

Altar Making Workshop/Taller: Creando Altares
2024-09-14 11:30 - 13:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated Sunday, September 15 through Tuesday, October 15, and Dayton Metro Library has exciting, engaging, and entertaining programs lined up for all ages. At this altar making workshop, patrons can bring in photos and create a personalized altar to take home. (All Ages)

Taste of the Oregon
2024-09-14 12:00 - 18:00 | The Oregon District, E. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Snack and sip your way through the Oregon District with the return of Taste of the Oregon on the afternoon of Saturday, September 14! This Out On Fifth block party celebrates our wonderful eateries located throughout the district!

Enjoy snack portions from the eclectic kitchens of the Oregon District out on Fifth Street! Grab your favorite DORA beverage to-go from your favorite drink-serving establishments and enjoy while walking the Out On 5th Pedestrian area and enjoying all the food!

Pause to enjoy live music, sidewalk sales, browse our many retail shops, and more to make for a wonderful afternoon sipping, strolling, and most importantly of all — snacking!

Admission to the Taste of the Oregon is FREE. Tickets for food and beverages are sold at $1 per ticket. You can use tickets to buy taste-size portions from any of the food vendors. Every vendor offers small “taste” portions, which gives visitors a perfect way to sample from a bunch of different Oregon District restaurants.

This is a family friendly event and open to the public.

Pedal Wagon Dayton: Specters and Spirits
2024-09-14 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for this “Specters & Spirits” haunted pedal wagon ride through downtown Dayton.
Bring your ghouls and guys to ride along as local author and ghostie Sara Kaushal and Paula Dytko, paranormal investigator extraordinaire- team up to take you around to some of the great haunted places this city has to offer all while onboard the Pedal Wagon!
You will learn about Dayton’s hanging grounds, the haunted Victoria Theatre, and many more haunted stories. All with enough time to stop by a couple of watering holes for those other kinds of Spirits.
Your booking cost covers The Pedal Wagon rental and a guide.
Want a Family Friendly & Minor welcome cruise option?! Book the 6pm time slot, either Private or Public. 8:15pm is for 21 and over only!
We need 8 riders to launch a public cruise.

Honoring our Veterans: Headliner TBD w/ Guitars4Heroes Opening
2024-09-14 19:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener Guitars4Heroes
The Dayton Guitars 4 Heroes Band was established in January 2019. The G4H Band plays a variety of classic rock, classic country, and patriotic music. The G4H Band is a non-profit, all-veteran band with exception of one person. Al Jones, drummer, and vocals, has volunteered his time from the beginning for all weekly rehearsals and all our shows. He said “This was just the way to give back.” The other band members are Ron Burns, rhythm guitar, vocals, Art Nitsch, bass guitar, vocals, Mike Collins, lead guitar, backup vocals Jerry Greer, rhythm/lead electric guitar, Karen Nitsch, vocalist, and percussion. All these 5 are military veterans who also volunteer their time to give back to raise money to support the Rec4Heroes/Dayton Organization.

Second Saturday Poetry Salon
2024-09-14 19:00 - 21:00
Join a comfortable and inviting environment to share your work, or talk about poems or poets who interest you.

This month’s optional prompt: surviving the worst loss.

Collection of poems for published anthology October 2025.

Short talk on featured poet– September’s is Elizabeth Bishop.

Coffee, bottled water and cookies served. Free!

7-9 pm May run longer or shorter depending on attendance.
