Opening Reception: Dan Cleary: Five Views of Ohio
The Contemporary Dayton 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, United StatesDan Cleary: Five Views of Ohio January 7-31, 2025 Opening Reception: Jan 7, 2026 Closing Reception: Jan 31, 2026 Dan ...
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Murder in Victorian Dayton
Dayton Metro Library – Main Library 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OHMurder in Victorian Dayton, Thursday, January 8, 6:30-7:30 pm, Main Library, Conference Room 3A: Local author Sara Kaushal explores themes of ...
Swiftie Skate
RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, United StatesPart of MetroParks Ice Rink Theme Nights series Swiftie Skate 6:00pm - 10:00pm AGE: All ages | $10.00 | Financial Assistance Swifties? We never go ...
Artist Talk: Colleen Kelsey
Dayton Society of Artists 48 High Street, Dayton, OH, United StatesArtist Talk: Colleen Kelsey Date: Friday, January 9, 2026 Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Location: DSA Gallery Details: Join ...
Resolve to Get Involved!
Dayton Metro Library – Main Library 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OHResolve to Get Involved!, Saturday, January 10, 11 am-12:30 pm, Main Library, Conference Room 3A: Learn about organizations, resources, and services ...
Exhibit: The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the Chrysler Museum of Art
The Dayton Art Institute 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, United StatesOctober 18, 2025–January 11, 2026 The Triumph of Nature presents the refined, ever-popular and elegant curvilinear designs and nature-based motifs of ...
Timeless Tales
RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, United StatesPart of MetroParks Ice Rink Family Skate Days series Timeless Tales 1:00pm - 5:00pm AGE: All ages | $10.00 | Financial Assistance Ready to set ...
Artist Talk: Brian Mathus
Dayton Metro Library – Main Library 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OHArtist Talk: Brian Mathus Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026 Time: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Location: Dayton Metro Library, 215 ...
LGBTQIA+ Book Club
Dayton Metro Library – Main Library 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OHLGBTQIA+ Book Club, Monday, January 12, 5:30-6:30 pm, Conference Room 3A: Mama by Nikkya Hargrove
Pantry Partner Food Distribution
Dayton Metro Library – Main Library 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OHDayton Metro Library is proud to partner with The Foodbank to make the Pantry Partner program possible; please visit https://thefoodbankdayton.org/ for ...
Holly Jolly Social: A Christmas Bar Pop-Up
Two Social 123 E. Third St., Dayton, OHA festive Christmas pop-up where holiday cocktails, sparkling decor, and cozy seasonal vibes transform the space into a winter wonderland. ...
Ask the Advocate: Meet Your County Ombudsman
Dayton Metro Library – Main Library 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OHDayton Metro Library is partnering with the Dayton and Montgomery County Ombudsman’s Office to host Ask the Advocate: Meet Your ...
Driver’s License Reinstatement Clinic
Dayton Metro Library – Main Library 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OHDayton Metro Library will host a Driver’s License Reinstatement Clinic on Friday, January 16, 1-3 pm, in the Main Library’s ...
Rock the Rink Skate
RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, United StatesPart of MetroParks Ice Rink Theme Nights series Rock the Rink Skate 6:00pm - 10:00pm AGE: All ages | $10.00 | Financial Assistance Turn down ...
Zen Pathways
Now and Zen DIY Studio 121 E. Third St., Dayton, OHCreate a serene miniature garden that symbolizes transition, intention, and new beginnings. In this mindful workshop, each guest designs a ...
Colleen Kelsey: Light & Shadows
Dayton Society of Artists 48 High Street, Dayton, OH, United StatesColleen Kelsey Light & Shadows December 19 - January 17 Artist Opening: Friday, December 19, 6-9 PM Artist Talk: Friday, ...
Jazz Night with George Balog
The Barrel House 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, United StatesGeorge is back behind the decks with an evening of jazz tunes and maximum vibes. No cover. Just jazz.
Jurassic Park In Concert
The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OHThe action-packed adventure pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking ...
Jurassic Park In Concert
The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OHMember & Subscriber presale November 17–20 General sale begins November 21 January 17, 2026 at the Schuster Center The action-packed ...