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SUMMARY:Ways to Learn More About Doing Genealogy
DESCRIPTION:Ways to Learn More About Doing Genealogy\, Monday\, June 22\, 5:30-6:30 pm\, Main Library\, Conference Room 3A: Build research skills by learning how to find reputable groups offering classes tailored to specific interests. Registration required.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/ways-to-learn-more-about-doing-genealogy/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T090000
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SUMMARY:Automotive Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Campers will learn about small engine disassembly\, oil change service\, tire service and ride-alongs in electric vehicles with advance driver assist systems. Sinclair College Automotive Technology sponsored by Voss Auto Network. Must RSVP at 937-512-3242. Limited spots available. Ages 12-15.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/automotive-summer-camp/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Sinclair College Building 20 – John E. Moore Technology Center\, 220 S. Edwin C. Moses Blvd.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T160000
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SUMMARY:Teens (Learn to) Chill Out!
DESCRIPTION:Teens (Learn to) Chill Out!\, Tuesday\, June 23\, 4-5 pm\, Main Library\, Teen Edge: Learn how to understand yourself\, identify and handle stress and anxiety\, manage time\, practice self-care\, and boost your self-esteem by exploring creative junk journal techniques. Teens
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/teens-learn-to-chill-out-4/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T190000
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SUMMARY:Those English Girls
DESCRIPTION:The Human Race Theatre Company’s Playwright’s Night featuring THOSE ENGLISH GIRLS by Michael London and directed by Emily N. Wells. \nOn a night in 1941\, during the Blitz\, in a Bermondsey area bomb-shelter in London\, two sisters share their story of saving the lives of 29 refugees that were trying to escape Hitler’s Germany before the outbreak of World War II. Escaping their average work-a-day lives\, opera became their passion. But when their friends needed help\, the opera became their cover to help escape evil. \nIda and Louise Cook were average London spinsters making low wages and living at home with family when an opportunity came to them in 1938. An opportunity to save lives. They summoned their courage and their cleverness and found themselves crossing borders into Nazi dominated Europe. On each trip\, under the cover of opera\, they smuggled the money and valuables of their friends to London\, and eventually the friends themselves\, saving each of them from a certain end in a death camp. \nTHOSE ENGLISH GIRLS is the third play in A Resilience Trilogy by Michael London.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/those-english-girls/
LOCATION:The Human Race Theatre Company\, 126 N. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T210000
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SUMMARY:Sunset Sessions with Marianne Kesler
DESCRIPTION:Part of RiverScape Sunset Sessions series \nSunset Sessions with Marianne Kesler\n7:00pm – 9:00pm \nAGE: All ages | FREE\n\nJoin us as we welcome Marianne Kesler back to RiverScape MetroPark! Her music blends acoustic folk\, pop and rock into a thoughtful\, introspective sound shaped by poetic storytelling\, lush imagery and a laid-back coffeehouse vibe. 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-marianne-kesler/
LOCATION:RiverScape MetroPark\, 237 E Monument Ave\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T190500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T190500
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SUMMARY:Dayton Dragons vs. West Michigan Whitecaps
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-west-michigan-whitecaps/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Day Air Ballpark\, 220 North Patterson Blvd.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T193000
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SUMMARY:Beetlejuice: The Musical
DESCRIPTION:He earned his stripes on Broadway… now the ghost-with-the-most is coming to Dayton. \nIt’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film\, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz\, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book and a score that’s out of this Netherworld\, BEETLEJUICE is “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!” (Variety). And under its uproarious surface (six feet under\, to be exact)\, it’s a remarkably touching show about family\, love\, and making the most of every Day-O!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/beetlejuice-the-musical/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center\, 1 West Second Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T140000
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SUMMARY:Walk-In Career Support
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 24\, 10 am-2 pm\, Main Library\, The Center for Community Impact & Innovation\n\nReceive assistance with updating or creating a resume\, job searching\, learning soft skills and professional etiquette\, and practice interviewing. A Library specialist in workforce development will facilitate each session. Registration is recommended.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/walk-in-career-support/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T190000
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SUMMARY:Dayton Dragons Police Night
DESCRIPTION:Dragons Police Night Presented by LION will be on Thursday\, June 25. Tickets for this game are $17.50\, and $7 from every ticket sold will go to the National Law Enforcement Officer Memorial Fund. This Night will include New Officers recognition\, First Responder of the game\, National Anthem\, Honor Guard\, and plaza activities including touch-a-trucks\, giveaways\, and more! To purchase tickets\, visit https://www.milb.com/dayton/events/policenight
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/dayton-dragons-police-night/
LOCATION:Day Air Ballpark\, 220 North Patterson Blvd.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T220000
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SUMMARY:Summer Kickoff – Dayton Philanthropic Society
DESCRIPTION:ummer Kickoff: Kick Off Your Shoes and Dance! Dress to impress and dance for a good cause. Join the Dayton Philanthropic Society for a night of music\, with finger food and a full cash bar\, all to raise funds to bring holiday joy to underprivileged Dayton youth. A DJ will keep the floor moving from 7 to 10 pm. Come ready to celebrate the start of summer and support kids in our community. How to Go? Thursday\, June 25 The Brightside · 905 E. 3rd St.\, Dayton Doors 6:30 pm | Event 7–10 pm Tickets $25 advance Hosted by the Dayton Philanthropic Society\, Inc. https://eventvesta.com/events/148799/t/tickets
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/summer-kickoff-dayton-philanthropic-society/
LOCATION:The Brightside\, 905 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T193000
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SUMMARY:Gem City Groundlings present “Titus Andronicus”
DESCRIPTION:Gem City Groundlings present “Titus Andronicus”\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 25 @ 7:30 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\nPNC Community Series \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA brutal revenge tragedy set in a decaying Rome. General Titus becomes locked in a vicious feud with Tamora\, unleashing a spiral of violence\, betrayal\, and madness—culminating in one of Shakespeare’s most infamous acts of vengeance. It’s raw\, relentless\, and steeped in poetic savagery.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/gem-city-groundlings-present-titus-andronicus/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T190000
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SUMMARY:Gem City Groundlings present “As You Like It”
DESCRIPTION:Gem City Groundlings present “As You Like It”\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 26 @ 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\nA witty pastoral comedy set in the Forest of Arden\, where exiled characters escape court life and discover love\, identity\, and freedom. Rosalind—disguised as a man—guides the romantic chaos with intelligence and charm. It’s a play of language\, transformation\, and ultimately\, joyful reconciliation.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/gem-city-groundlings-present-as-you-like-it/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T213000
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SUMMARY:The Light In Between
DESCRIPTION:The Light In Between emerges in a world of continual rupture. Not as escape\, and not as resolve\, but as the brief and necessary moments that allow us to remain. This season\, Dayton Dance Initiative invites artists and audiences into works shaped by partial illumination — moments that flicker\, hold\, and pass between us. Through shared attention\, embodied inquiry\, and collaborative process\, these new choreographic works ask how we stay in relation — how we notice\, together\, the spaces between impact and breath. This season also opens a new threshold for Dayton Dance Initiative: our first-ever choreographic commission\, extending beyond Dayton to support the work of David Morse. Rooted in trust\, time\, and exchange\, this commission reflects our belief that connection — like light — travels\, arrives\, and reshapes the space it enters. What we practice here does not end in this space; it returns with us — not as answers\, but as the strength to continue.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/the-light-in-between/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:PNC Arts Annex\, 46 N. Ludlow St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T200000
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SUMMARY:Dayton Silent Disco Beach Party
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Silent Disco is celebrating summer with our annual “Beach Party” at The Brightside Music and Events Venue on June 26th!\nGet all of the details and your discounted advanced tickets and group passes at daytonsilentdisco.com\nBust out those board shorts and bikinis\, because it’s going to be a heat wave on the patio! We’ll be celebrating with tons of surprises and of course a full evening of 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!\nCover starts at 8:00pm with music starting at 8:30pm on June 26th\nTickets are $15 presale and $20 at the doors.\nWe’re offering “Group Tickets” – Save 20% when you bring a group of 10! (Pre-sale only)\n*Discounted presale tickets end at Midnight on June 25th.\nTickets available at daytonsilentdisco.com\nThis show is 21+\nProduced by Level Up Productions
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/dayton-silent-disco-beach-party/
LOCATION:The Brightside\, 905 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
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SUMMARY:Fighters for Freedom: William H. Johnson Picturing Justice
DESCRIPTION:June 27–September 13\, 2026\, Gallery 120 \nWilliam H. Johnson (1901–1970) painted the Fighters for Freedom series in the mid-1940s as tribute to African American activists\, scientists\, teachers and performers as well as international leaders working to bring peace to the world. It was his last body of work. This landmark exhibition brings together—for the first time since 1946—34 paintings featured in the series\, drawn from the collection of the Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM). This nationally traveling exhibition is accompanied by a scholarly\, full-color exhibition catalog. \nOf the series\, SAAM states: “The exhibition illuminates the extraordinary life and contributions of Johnson\, an artist associated with the Harlem Renaissance but whose practice spanned several continents\, as well as the contributions of historical figures he depicted. Some of his Fighters—Marian Anderson\, George Washington Carver\, Mohandas Gandhi\, and Harriet Tubman—are familiar figures; others—Nannie Helen Burroughs and William Grant Still\, among them—are less well-known individuals whose achievements have been eclipsed over time. Johnson celebrates their accomplishments even as he acknowledges the realities of racism\, oppression and sometimes violence they faced and overcame. Johnson clues viewers to significant episodes in the Fighters lives by punctuating each portrait with tiny buildings\, flags and vignettes that give insight into their stories. Using a colorful palette to create evocative scenes and craft important narratives\, he suggests that the pursuit of freedom is an ongoing\, interconnected struggle\, with moments of both triumph and tragedy.”
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/fighters-for-freedom-william-h-johnson-picturing-justice/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T120000
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SUMMARY:ASL Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:ASL Family Storytime\, Saturday\, June 27\, 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 \n 
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/asl-family-storytime-2/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
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SUMMARY:Made Good: an Episcopal Celebration of Queer Joy – Pride Brunch & Worship
DESCRIPTION:Christ Episcopal Church Dayton will be hosting their first-ever Pride worship service on Saturday\, June 27. Brunch served at 11am\, service starts at Noon. You’re invited to experience fellowship\, worship\, and communion with a God who is expansively queer and lavishly welcoming. While the event is free\, we encourage folks to bring donations of shelf-stable food or personal care items. These donations will go to our food pantry partners at Have A Gay Day. This event is free + open to the public! On-site Security will be provided to ensure a safe + celebratory space. You’re welcome to attend all portions of the event\, but feel free to leave after brunch if worship is not your cup of tea
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/made-good-an-episcopal-celebration-of-queer-joy-pride-brunch-worship/
LOCATION:Christ Episcopal Church\, 20 W. First St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T140000
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
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SUMMARY:World Refugee Day
DESCRIPTION:Dayton residents have a chance to connect with and celebrate local refugee communities at Welcome Dayton’s World Refugee Day event on Saturday\, June 27\, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Main Dayton Metro Library (215 E. Third St.). Admission is free. Designated by the United Nations\, World Refugee Day is an international event honoring refugees around the globe. Welcome Dayton’s World Refugee Day event will feature conversation\, food\, performances\, and more. In addition to the day’s activities\, Catholic Social Services of the Miami Valley will be present to accept donations of personal hygiene products to support its Refugee Services Program\, which provides job placement\, cultural skills\, and other resources. \nWelcome Dayton launched in 2011 to support integration of immigrants into the Dayton community. Because of these efforts\, in 2017 the national non-profit organization Welcoming America declared Dayton the first Certified Welcoming city in the United States. For more information on Welcome Dayton\, go to welcomedayton.org.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/world-refugee-day/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T173000
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SUMMARY:Blues Fest w/ Shemekia Copeland
DESCRIPTION:Blues Fest w/ Shemekia Copeland\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 27 @ 5:30 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\nAmplified Series sponsored by City of Dayton \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenre:\n\n\n\n\nBlues \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us this year as we celebrate Blues Fest\, part of the Amplified Series sponsored by the City of Dayton. \nBlues Amplified Lineup: \n\n5:30 p.m. Primetime Blues Band\n7 p.m. Nikki D and the Sisters of Thunder\n8 p.m. Shemekia Copeland\n\n\n\n\nShemekia Copeland – Shemekia Copeland is one of the most powerful and compelling voices in contemporary blues. A multi-GRAMMY-nominated artist\, she has built a global reputation for music that is fearless\, soulful\, and deeply human. Blending blues\, rock\, gospel\, soul\, and Americana\, her sound reaches across genres while staying rooted in truth and storytelling. \nBorn and raised in Harlem\, Shemekia grew up surrounded by music and stepped onto the stage at just eight years old alongside her father\, blues legend Johnny Copeland. Since then\, she has carried that legacy forward while carving out a voice all her own—one that is bold\, commanding\, and impossible to ignore. \nHer latest album\, Blame It On Eve\, showcases both her signature power and her range\, balancing songs that take on real-world issues with moments of joy\, humor\, and celebration. It’s music that makes you think\, makes you feel\, and makes you move—all at once. \nOn stage\, Shemekia brings an energy that fills the space and draws people together. Her performances are more than concerts—they’re shared experiences rooted in connection\, resilience\, and joy. Whether she’s delivering a blues ballad or getting the crowd on their feet\, she creates moments that stay with you long after the music ends. \n  \nNikki D and the Sisters of Thunder – Nikki D & The Sisters of Thunder is a multi-generational family-based group from Toledo\, Ohio. Their unique style is Gospel with Blues riffs and grooves\, all punctuated by Nikki D’s wildly soulful and electrifying LapSteel guitar. In fact\, in 2016\, Guitar World magazine described Nikki as “The Jimi Hendrix of Sacred Steel”\, because of her willingness to experiment with vocal-like riffs and runs. She’s also a soulful vocalist that commands the attention of those that hear her raspy\, yet sultry voice. Nikki D is joined by Gloria Brown on Guitar\, Tomika Webb on Bass Guitar\, Christian Brown on Drums\, Gary Black on Keyboard\, and Belinda Brown and Latonja Degraffanreid on Vocals.\nTheir music has allowed them to open for artists like Jack White’s Raconteurs\, Grammy Award winner Ceelo Green and travel internationally to perform on the same stage as Sarah McLachlan. Their mission is to Impact Lives\, Inspire Hope and Ignite Joy. Wherever you see them perform\, you can expect a forecast of hand clapping and foot tapping! \n  \nPrimetime Blues Band – Prime Time Blues Band brings a high-energy blend of blues\, soul\, and classic R&B that gets people on their feet and feeling the music. Known for their tight musicianship and dynamic live shows\, this seasoned group delivers everything from smooth grooves to powerful\, guitar-driven blues. \nRooted in the traditions of the blues while keeping things fresh and fun\, Prime Time Blues Band creates a sound that connects across generations. Their performances are all about shared moments—songs you recognize\, rhythms you can move to\, and an energy that brings the whole crowd together. \nWhether you’re a lifelong blues fan or just discovering the genre\, Prime Time Blues Band invites everyone to settle in\, soak it up\, and enjoy the ride.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/blues-fest-w-shemekia-copeland/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
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SUMMARY:Dayton Society of Artists Fundraiser: When Rabbits Fly
DESCRIPTION:Join the Dayton Society of Artists for When Rabbits Fly\, a one-night-only exhibition and celebration of artists\, creativity\, and community on Saturday\, June 27\, 2026 at 118 N Jefferson Street in downtown Dayton. \nThe evening will feature artwork by local and regional artists alongside live figure drawing\, collaborative painting\, artist interviews\, auctions\, music\, and live art-making throughout the evening. \nAll artwork included in the exhibition will be available for purchase\, with 70% of proceeds going directly to the participating artists. \nMusic throughout the evening will be provided by DJ Kimyon of Future Is Now X. \nRodney Veal will serve as emcee for the evening\, with keynote remarks by Commissioner Mary McDonald. \nGuests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and desserts by Sama’s Sweet Kitchen\, a cash bar\, swag bags\, and an evening filled with artwork\, music\, and conversation. \nFEATURED LIVE FIGURE ARTISTS \n\nErin Smith Glenn\nJimi Jones\nGreg Dearth\n\nFigurative works created during the evening will be auctioned in support of the Dayton Society of Artists. \nEXQUISITE CORPSE COLLABORATION \nFeaturing: \n\nAriel White\nBil Tipton\nMarco Vera\n\nCollaborative works created during the evening will be auctioned in support of the Dayton Society of Artists. \nEVENT FEATURES \n\nExhibition of Local & Regional Artwork\nSilent Auction\nLive Auction\nLive Figure Drawing\nCollaborative Painting\nRecorded Artist Interviews\nDJ + Music Throughout the Evening\nSwag Bags\n\nTICKETS \n$45 General Admission \nFOOD & DRINK \nHors d’oeuvres and desserts by Sama’s Sweet Kitchen \nCash Bar Available \nPARKING \nNearby parking available at: \n124 E 2nd Street \n$3 Flat Rate Parking \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES \nSponsorship opportunities are available for individuals\, businesses\, and organizations interested in supporting the Dayton Society of Artists. \nFor sponsorship information: \ndirector@daytondsa.org \nEVENT DETAILS \nSaturday\, June 27\, 2026 \n6:00–9:00 PM \n118 N Jefferson Street \nDayton\, Ohio \nProceeds from the evening support Dayton Society of Artists exhibitions\, artist opportunities\, and community programming. \nTickets: https://daytondsa.org/event-6691087
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/dayton-society-of-artists-fundraiser-when-rabbits-fly/
LOCATION:18 N. Jefferson St.\, 18 N. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Urban Sketching with Chris Riegel
DESCRIPTION:Curious about urban sketching but not sure where to start? Join the Dayton Society of Artists for a welcoming beginner-friendly workshop designed to introduce the basics of sketching on location. \nWhether you’re brand new to urban sketching or simply looking to loosen up your creative practice\, this workshop will cover simple supplies to bring\, what to expect during a sketch outing\, and tips for building confidence while drawing in public spaces. Participants will enjoy a short hands-on sketch session\, time for questions and answers\, and a fun “throwdown” to share sketches together in the spirit of the urban sketching community. \nPLEASE BRING A SKETCHBOOK\, PENCILS\, OR YOUR PREFERRED DRAWING MATERIALS. \nDate & Time \nSunday\, June 28\, 2026 \n10:00 AM–12:00 PM \nLocation \nDayton Society of Artists \n48 High Street \nDayton\, OH 45403
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/introduction-to-urban-sketching-with-chris-riegel/
LOCATION:Dayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
CREATED:20260602T135820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T135820Z
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SUMMARY:Pencils and Prompts: Drawing Basics
DESCRIPTION:Pencil and Prompts: Drawing Basics \nSharpen up your sketching skills with a local artist providing you insights and inspirations into the world of drawing. Basic drawing materials provided. Guests are welcome to bring their own graphite drawing materials if desired. No drawing experience necessary. Each session provides insights on a different theme or drawing technique. Experimentation is strongly encouraged. \nCost: \nNon-Members – $35\nMembers – $20 \nPre-registration required  \nLocation:\nDayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton 45403 \nClass Prompt:  \n \nDate & Time: \n \nSun. June 28\, 12:45-2PM \nAbout your Instructor:\nMatthew Burgy is a multidisciplinary artist specializing in sculpture and painting\, with years of experience organizing and leading art workshops. An active member of the local artist community\, Matthew’s work explores movement\, form\, and expression through kinetic sculptures\, jewelry\, and paintings. Matthew continuously collaborates with organizations such as Culture Works to engage the community through his artistic process. He is a proud member of the Front Street artist community\, where he creates\, exhibits\, and sells his work from his studio (#3345) on the third floor of Building 100’s BC entrance. 
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/pencils-and-prompts-drawing-basics/
LOCATION:Dayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T163000
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
CREATED:20260602T135931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T135931Z
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SUMMARY:Sketcher Social Session: Advanced Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Sketcher Social Session: Advanced Drawing \nJoin in the fun with fellow sketching enthusiasts for an in-depth experience with drawing. Each session provides basic graphite materials and bringing your own advanced dry mediums (charcoal\, chalk\, colored pencil\, etc.) is encouraged. Each session also includes a time for friendly drawing critique and discussion moderated by a local artist of any work made during the session or of a recent drawing that you would like feedback on. Experimentation and imaginative exploration of topics discussed is strongly encouraged! Each month has a different theme and guests are encouraged to collaborate on future themes as desired. \nCost: \nNon-Members – $40\nMembers – $25 \nPre-registration Required \nLocation:\nDayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton 45403 \nDate & Time: \n \nSun. June 28\, 2:30-4:30PM \nAbout your Instructor:\nMatthew Burgy is a multidisciplinary artist specializing in sculpture and painting\, with years of experience organizing and leading art workshops. An active member of the local artist community\, Matthew’s work explores movement\, form\, and expression through kinetic sculptures\, jewelry\, and paintings. Matthew continuously collaborates with organizations such as Culture Works to engage the community through his artistic process. He is a proud member of the Front Street artist community\, where he creates\, exhibits\, and sells his work from his studio (#3345) on the third floor of Building 100’s BC entrance. 
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/sketcher-social-session-advanced-drawing-4/
LOCATION:Dayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T190500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T190500
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
CREATED:20260227T141402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T141402Z
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SUMMARY:Dayton Dragons vs. Lansing Lugnuts
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-lansing-lugnuts/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:Day Air Ballpark\, 220 North Patterson Blvd.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260702
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
CREATED:20260603T141146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T141146Z
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SUMMARY:Niki Johnson: Pillars of Democracy
DESCRIPTION:The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present Niki Johnson: Pillars of Democracy\, a series of four large-scale collaged portraits envisioning Liberty\, Justice\, Freedom\, and Forward as first-time voters from Milwaukee. Set across Wisconsin landscapes at dawn\, midday\, dusk\, and night\, the works reflect how democratic values are lived\, protected\, and renewed at the local level. \nConstructed from discarded stencil paper and leftover spray paint collected during the 2020 installation of Shepard Fairey’s Voting Rights Are Human Rights mural\, the series bridges more than a century of voting rights activism through both material and design. Inspired in part by Bertha Boyd’s 1911 suffrage poster Votes for Women\, the works foreground the central role of women in democracy\, from early suffragists to first-time voters today\, uniting generations through civic participation and creative resistance. \nBuilt collaboratively over ten months with the support of Milwaukee artists and community volunteers\, Pillars of Democracy reminds us that democracy is not abstract\, but rather something we actively build\, sustain\, and strengthen through everyday acts of participation\, dialogue\, and collective care. \nPresented during The Contemporary Dayton’s 35th anniversary season\, the exhibition reflects our ongoing commitment to freedom of expression and to creating space for artistic inquiry\, civic engagement\, and public dialogue. \nJohnson is a Milwaukee-based artist\, curator\, and Executive Director of the Forward Art Initiative. She earned her BFA from the University of Memphis and her MA/MFA in Studio Art from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Her work is included in the collection of the Dayton Art Institute and has been reviewed in publications including The New York Times\, The Guardian\, Hyperallergic\, and Vice Magazine. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOPENING NIGHT / Wednesday\, July 1\nMember & Sponsor Preview: 5-6 pm \nPublic Reception: 6-8 pm \nArtist Talk: 6:30 pm
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/niki-johnson-pillars-of-democracy/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T110000
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
CREATED:20260611T163407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T163407Z
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SUMMARY:Beanstack Basics
DESCRIPTION:Beanstack Basics\, Wednesday\, July 1\, 10-11 am\, Main Library\, Tech Lab A: Learn how to use Beanstack\, the app for tracking Summer Reading Challenge reading and activities. Registration required. Adults
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/beanstack-basics-2/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T193000
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
CREATED:20260609T184656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T184656Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Craft and Learn – Crochet Star
DESCRIPTION:Teen Craft and Learn – Crochet Star\, Thursday\, July 2\, 6:30-7:30 pm\, Main Library\, Conference Room 1B: Learn basic stitches and techniques to make a small star while a Librarian answers questions and shares Library resources. Teens
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/teen-craft-and-learn-crochet-star/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T223000
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
CREATED:20260601T173208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T173208Z
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SUMMARY:Lights in Flight
DESCRIPTION:The City of Dayton invites residents and visitors to join in the America 250 celebration on Friday\, July 3\, with a day of family-friendly activities: a downtown Dayton parade and afternoon street fair\, followed by the annual Lights in Flight fireworks display. \n  \nTimeline for the day: \n  \n11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. – Street Fair at and around RiverScape MetroPark featuring food vendors\, games\, kids zone\, and more \n12 p.m. – Dayton’s America 250 parade (starts at St. Clair Street/East Second Street\, ends at Patterson Boulevard/North Jefferson Street) \n10 p.m. – Lights in Flight fireworks launched from Kettering Field \n  \nKettering Field is currently undergoing construction of new and improved outdoor sports facilities and will be closed to the public and vehicle parking\, but the fireworks will be visible from surrounding areas. Fireworks viewers are encouraged to plan parking and viewing locations in advance.  \n  \nFor information and updates visit daytonohio.gov/lightsinflight. 
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/lights-in-flight/
LOCATION:RiverScape MetroPark\, 237 E Monument Ave\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260707
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
CREATED:20260616T145557Z
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SUMMARY:Liz Quay\, Jayne Struble\, and Kathy McGhee Art Exhibits
DESCRIPTION:The Sinclair Community College Art Department is pleased to present “Marks & Stitches” by Liz Quay & Jayne Struble in the Burnell R. Roberts Triangle Gallery along with “Printed Landscapes” by Kathy McGhee in the Works on Paper Gallery. Through the collaborative lens of “Marks & Stitches” Struble and Quay delve into the connections found in nature and the human body. Their collaboration is an exploration of the invisible ties that bind humanity together and highlight the beauty of interconnectedness. Struble’s graphite drawings of the landscape investigate the way visual artifacts\, such as images\, are a tangible yet fragile representation of one’s memories\, while Quay explores the tension and stagnation that is generated through managing emotional balance through fiber art and experimental sculpture. McGhee’s “Printed Landscapes” utilizes a variety of printmaking techniques to capture intimate moments of beauty in the landscape and explore the relationships between plants and the places they exist. She is inspired not only by the experience of being in nature but also by the visual patterns created through line\, texture\, and color as organisms naturally coexist. There will be a virtual artist talk via Zoom on Friday\, July 10\, 2026\, at 12pm. Visit www.sinclair.edu/artgalleries for details. The exhibitions will be on display from July 6–August 14\, 2026. Galleries are located on the fourth floor of building 13 (located at West Fifth and South Perry Streets). The galleries are free and open to the public from 8am–6pm Monday–Friday and 9am–12pm Saturdays. Free and accessible parking is located in Parking Lot K.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/liz-quay-jayne-struble-and-kathy-mcghee-art-exhibits-2/2026-07-06/
LOCATION:Galleries at Sinclair College\, 444 W. Third St.\, Bldg. 13\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T160000
DTSTAMP:20260616T181600
CREATED:20260603T170713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T170713Z
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SUMMARY:Camp DNA – The Human Race Theatre Company
DESCRIPTION:We are proud to introduce Camp DNA (Developing New Artists) — a three-week\, full-day summer theatre experience where high school students don’t just learn theatre\, they live it. Offered by The Human Race Theatre Company\, Camp DNA will run: July 6–24\, 2026 Monday through Friday\, 8:30 AM–4:00 PM open to rising 9th–12th grade scholars Participants will train alongside professional resident artists and theatre staff\, and choose a specialty in one of the following: Acting Playwrighting & Directing Stage Management & Producing Tech Theatre (lighting\, sound\, backstage basics) Camp DNA is hands-on\, immersive\, and collaborative. From movement and voice work to story development\, and production fundamentals\, scholars build real skills and real confidence. The experience culminates in a student-led showcase of a play\, bringing ideas from concept to curtain call. Total Cost: $525 (only $175 per week!) Location: The Human Race Theatre Company. Scholarships\, sibling discounts\, and payment plans are available. Two paid internships are available for college aged students. For more info\, contact: Tiffany Countryman\, Engagement & Learning Coordinator tiffany@humanracetheatre.org 937-461-3823 x3114
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/camp-dna-the-human-race-theatre-company/2026-07-06/
LOCATION:The Human Race Theatre Company\, 126 N. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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