Downtown Dayton Partnership

Startup the Block
2024-09-12 15:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | 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.

Silvis, Dr. Cycle, & Scary Hotel
2024-09-14 20:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us September 14th for an amazing night of live music featuring Silvis, Dr. Cycle, and Scary Hotel! $10 cover starts at 8pm with music starting at 9pm.Silvis is a Midwest indie rock band known for sticky melodies and infectious grooves. Their sound combines catchy vocal lines and intricately rhythmic songwriting, creating a palpable connection with listeners. Gaining traction with 2023 single “Circles” from their White Pocket EP, Silvis continues to carve out their spot in the indie rock space with their newest single “I’m On Fire”.
Scary Hotel is melancholy music for happy people from Dayton, OH

Third Sunday Art Hop at Front Street
2024-09-15 11:00 - 16:00 | Front Street Galleries, 1001 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Explore studios, galleries, shops, boutiques and the outdoor market right in the heart of Dayton’s Arts District! Visit with more than 250+ artists, creatives, and curators. The Front Street Gallery is proud to showcase new work from Dayton based artist, David Uy. Grab a bite to eat from Kool Beanz Cafe or one of our visiting food trucks.
We are a family and pet friendly community. Arthops at Front Street are free to attend. Our campus offers free parking. Visit frontstreet.art for more information.

Ohio Bridal & Wedding Expo Fall 2024
2024-09-15 12:00 - 16:00 | Dayton Convention Center, 22 East 5th Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
The Bridal & Wedding Expo features an amazing selection of wedding professionals ready to help you find the perfect gown, reception venue, invitations, photographer, music, menu, honeymoon destination, and much more!
Get your free passes today or $10 at the door.
https://www.bridalshowsoh-dy.com/free-pass
Interested in Exhibiting?
https://www.bridalshowsoh-dy.com/info-for-exhibitors

Dayton Vegan Food and Drink Festival
2024-09-15 12:00 - 18:00 | Courthouse Square, Third & Main Streets, Dayton, OH, 45422, USA
Join us for the 5th Annual Dayton Vegan Food and Drink Festival presented by Sprouting Dreams LLC on September 15th at Downtown Dayton Courthouse Square and presented by Sprouting Dreams LLC.Vendor Application:
https://forms.gle/yWX7MtDGK2NVAHGk6
Speaker/Performer Application:
https://forms.gle/JneFMH8gJu1s8ehg9
Volunteer Application:
https://forms.gle/q3J6jh77NhBBsrbF7
If you or your business want to contribute or be highlighted as a sponsor, send a message. Your participation is crucial for success and offers visibility. Feel free to send a message for details. We appreciate your consideration!Love. Peace. Veggies.
FB: https://www.facebook.com/DYTveganfestival/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dytveganfest/
FB event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/uhhyvdjtV5VfaCds/
DáVes Malone
Sprouting Dreams LLC

Know Your Rights
2024-09-16 12:00 | Sinclair Conference Center, 301 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Representing the City of Dayton, Isabella Esposito, an Equal Opportunity Specialist with the Human Relations Council, is organizing this event to educate the community about their rights during interactions with the police, aiming to build a more harmonious relationship between law enforcement and residents.

Panelists include:

Thomas Thompson, Director/Chief of Police, Sinclair College
Michael Coss, Assistant Chief, Sinclair College
Officer Dan Mamula, Dayton Police Dept
Officer Christine Hamilton, Dayton Police Dept
Sarah Weber, Staff Attorney, Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE)

Co-sponsored by THE CITY OF DAYTON and SINCLAIR’S DIVERSITY OFFICE

FREE and open to the public!
FREE Pizza provided!
Registration NOT required!

Rainbow Readout
2024-09-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Dayton Metro Library supports PRIDE all year long by offering a variety of LGBTQIA+ programs for all ages. This month, the Main Library will host two programs for adults, one a new book club and the other a special guest speaker.

Rainbow Readout, Monday, September 16, 7-8 pm, Main Library, Conference Room 3A: DML’s LGBTQIA+ Services Specialist has pre-selected a non-fiction book they will read ahead of time. Patrons will receive a presentation of that book, its arguments, critiques it has received, and considerations it can teach about life. Questions and conversation will be encouraged. If patrons would like to read the book for better participation, it is Who’s Afraid of Gender? by Judith Butler. Butler is an award-winning, internationally known, non-binary gender theorist. A few copies of this book are available for check out at the Main Library, but it is also available in eBook and Audiobook format through DML’s Libby app.

How Does the City Commission Work?, Tuesday, September 17, 7-8 pm, Main Library, Eichelberger Forum: DML welcomes Dayton City Commissioner Shenise-Turner Sloss for a special informational Q&A session. Geared for the LGBTQIA+ community, patrons will learn how to get involved in their communities, how the Dayton City Commission works, and receive tools on how to make their voices heard to advocate for change at a local level. Need to register to vote? Voter registration will be available at this program.

Registration is not required for these programs. For more information, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2024-09-17 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
2024-09-17 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.

How Does the City Commission Work?
2024-09-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402

Music Bingo!
2024-09-17 19:00 - 21:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of Tuesday Nights in the Park series
Music Bingo!
7:00pm – 9:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
Join us at RiverScape near the Cafe on the third Tuesday of each month from June through October for an exciting night of food, drinks, and Music Bingo! In this exciting twist on the classic game, you will mark your bingo cards as a live DJ from Liftoff Entertainment plays a variety of hits, from pop to rock and so much more. Be one of the first to mark five in a row and you can win some neat prizes! Music Bingo is free to participate, but we recommend coming early as bingo sheets are limited! The RiverScape Cafe will have a variety of appetizers, refreshments and desserts available for purchase. For those 21 and over, cocktails, wine and beer will also be available for purchase as part of the Downtown Dayton DORA. Weather Dependent.

NEA Big Read Kick-Off Celebration
2024-09-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Dayton Metro Library will launch its National Endowment for the Arts Big Read program exploring Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi with a NEA Big Read Kick-Off Celebration on Wednesday, September 18, 5:30-7:30 pm, in the Main Library’s Eichelberger Forum. The NEA Big Read Dayton is presented in partnership with the Fitz Center for Leadership in Community at the University of Dayton, Daybreak Dayton, the Paul Laurence Dunbar House, the African American Visual Artists Guild (AAVAG), and other community partners, with support from the National Endowment for the Arts.
The NEA Big Read Kick-Off Celebration will feature dialogues between Dr. ShaDawn Battle and Dr. Nancy McHugh and a cultural experience with food curated from London Coe of Peace on Fifth. Complimentary copies of Homegoing will be available, and patrons will have the opportunity to meet and mingle with community members and partners.
“DML is excited to not only be a part of this community-wide event as a partner, but to have our Branches host book club meetings and other events in the coming months,” states Claudine Bennett, DML’s External Relations Manager. “By exploring the theme of ‘Where We Live,’ patrons all over the Dayton area will be able to engage with and reflect on Homegoing in a variety of ways that will leave a lasting impression.”
An initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest, the NEA Big Read broadens our understanding of our world, our communities, and ourselves through the power of a shared reading experience.
Dayton is one of 62 communities nationwide participating in the 2024-2025 NEA Big Read. From Wednesday, September 18, our community will celebrate Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi with a full calendar of events including
book club discussions of the book at five Branch locations, a Human Race Theater Creative Writing Workshop, visual art exhibitions, public presentations, art education workshops, and a panel discussion.
For more information on the NEA Big Read Kick-Off Celebration, please contact Claudine Bennett. You also can view a full calendar of events for the NEA Big Read at https://tinyurl.com/Dayton-Big-Read .
Visit DML’s social media channels for updates as well: facebook.com/DaytonMetroLibrary and Instagram.com/daytonmetrolibrary/.
DML is committed to providing access to all of our events. If you would like to request accommodations for sign language interpretation, audio amplification, and/or language translation please contact us through the method that best meets your needs. Additional accommodations may be available upon request. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
You can submit an Accommodations Request on our website or call our Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

SWERK with MVP Dance Fit
2024-09-18 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.
