The Rainbow Fish
2024-03-18 11:30 (America/Detroit) | Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s elegant show, THE RAINBOW FISH, brings Marcus Pfister’s colorful story (along with Rainbow Fish Discovers and the Deep Sea and Opposites) to life with enchanting puppetry.
The first of three tales introduces the most beautiful fish in the sea, whose scales shimmer in all the colours of the rainbow. He is admired – and resented – by the entire underwater world, until a clever octopus advises him to give each fish one of his scales. Further adventures follow as The Rainbow Fish finds the courage to explore the great unknown deep sea, discovering a new world with wonderful sights and friendly creatures of all shapes, sizes and colours who are eager to make his acquaintance. The underworld wonderland is the setting for an introduction to the concept of opposites. As a fitting finale, the story ends with the most satisfying opposite of all – give and take – as Rainbow Fish shares one of his shining scales with a friend.
Mermaid Theatre has earned international acclaim for its unique interpretations of the works of Eric Carle (The Very Hungry Caterpillar), Leo Lionni (Swimmy, Frederick, and Inch by Inch) and Sam McBratney (Guess How Much I Love You). These widely-travelled productions incorporate innovative puppetry, striking scenic effects, and evocative original music to provide very young audiences with an effortless introduction to the performing arts and the excitement of reading.

Artist in Training Afterschool Classes
2024-03-18 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-03-19 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-03-20 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-03-21 15:00 - 18:00 | K12 Gallery & TEJAS, 341 S. Jefferson St., Dayton, OH, 45402
The AIT program is an after-school art club for students in grades 6-12. Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of media while working at their own pace. By learning some of the techniques used by artists, they will train to become better at their own art making. These classes are perfect for both beginners and students who already make lots of art! The collaborative environment in our studio allows students to forge friendships, build self-confidence, and experience new perspectives while making art. Students can opt to attend one day per week, two days, or all sessions. Students are welcome to join at any point in the year. Classes are $15 for members or $30 non-members. 5 class and 10 class passes available.
Scholarship information available at https://k12tejasgallery.org/artist-in-training-afterschool-art-classes/

“Fatale Flaw” Murder Mystery Dinner Show
2024-03-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Spaghetti Warehouse, 36 W. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, 45402
The Spaghetti Warehouse has you covered with dinner and a show! Our all new murder mystery show “Fatale Flaw” is up and running.
3 course dinner and a show 39.99 +tax.
Join Mayhem & Mystery for their newest production. Nora Dezimon and her best friend Cathy Mofitt have hired Sam Shade to find out the truth about Nora’s finacé, Harry Lemon. Is Harry cheating on her? His temper and controlling nature have Nora running scared. Harry thinks Nora is stepping out on him. Can Sam discover the truth? Will Nora escape Harry’s angry clutches? And what secret is Cathy hiding? Can you solve the crime and win a prize?
Call 937.461.3913 to make required reservations.

Ride The Cyclone
2024-03-19 19:00, 2024-03-21 19:00, 2024-03-22 19:00 | Blair Hall Theatre – Sinclair, 444 W. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Ride The Cyclone is a new musical by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell that has become a viral TikTok sensation! It’s the hilarious and outlandish story of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir whose lives are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other — the chance to return to life.  A funny, moving look at what makes a life well-lived! (Ride the Cyclone contains adult and “teen age” humor, including references to sex, drugs, and violence.) $18 adults/$15 students & seniors. TUESDAY STUDENT MADNESS — ONLY $10 FOR STUDENTS http://www.sinclair.edu/tickets
Friday, Mar. 15, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Mar. 16, 7 p.m.
Sunday, Mar. 17, 2 p.m.*
Tuesday, Mar. 19, 7 p.m.
Thursday, Mar. 21, 7 p.m.*
Friday, Mar. 22, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Mar. 23, 7 p.m.
(*ASL interpreted)

Exhibit: The Artistic Life of Aka Pereyma
2024-03-20, 2024-03-21, 2024-03-22 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Aka Pereyma’s art, unconventional and visionary, demonstrates a highly personal means of expression. Weaving folk-art traditions with modern artistic styles, Pereyma produced art that expressed her strong ties to her Ukrainian heritage. “I think it is my duty to introduce to the world my Ukrainian culture,” she stated. This exhibition brings together works from throughout her career, from the early 1960s into the 21st century. Not tied to a single medium, Pereyma made paintings, drawings, wood and metal sculptures, needlework, woodblock prints, ceramics and exquisitely intricate designs on pysanky eggs. Recurring themes include Ukrainian folk songs, depictions of birds to represent her love of nature, Adam and Eve (along with leaves and eggs) to symbolize men and women. The works tell stories, often through surreal, densely filled ornamentation. “More is more,” was a favorite saying. A celebration of a local artistic legend, this exhibition will highlight Pereyma’s love of color and bold design.
February 17–May 12, 2024

Open Coworking Day
2024-03-20 08:00 - 18:00 | The Hub powered by PNC Bank, 31 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Need to get out of your home office for a day? Want to meet people face to face rather than through a screen? Are there other distractions keeping you from getting work done? Try The Hub! We will have FREE (normally $15) open coworking day. Network with other professionals and enjoy all of the amenities of The Hub! Get some work done, then stay for some social networking during our happy hour from 4-6! The Hub is located at 31 S Main Street.
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Open Office Hours. Need advice for your small business? Meet with Kim K of the SBDC.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: City Wide First Floor Fund. Thinking about getting a space? Join Shane Wilken,Sr. Business Development Officer CityWide Development Corporation, to learn more about the First Floor Fund. The goal of the First Floor Fund is to activate storefronts in vacant or underutilized spaces along neighborhood commercial corridors and the Greater Downtown area.
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Open Office Hours. Do you have financial questions? Chandra Scott, Branch Manager of the downtown PNC, will be available to answer any financial questions about your business.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Artists as Entrepreneurs Series. Crucial Conversations: Women Impacting the World Around Them: explore the pivotal role that women play in shaping and driving crucial conversations within our communities.
4:00 PM – 6:00PM: Happy Hour
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/open-coworking-day-320-tickets-852252218327?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Young People’s Concert: A Salute To Teachers (And Students!)
2024-03-20 11:30 | The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
In this family-friendly concert, we pay homage to teachers—and the students they nurture—by highlighting some famous student-teacher composer duos. Haydn was Beethoven’s teacher; Dvořák and Burleigh taught each other; and Nadia Boulanger, who conducted the premiere of Stravinsky’s “Dumbarton Oaks” Concerto, was Maestro Neal’s teacher! Join us and raise your hands for those who impart wisdom and shape our futures.

Drum Tao – 30th Anniversary
2024-03-20 19:30 | Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
DRUM TAO returns to the Victoria stage after a sold-out performance in 2022. The phenomenal performance that is DRUM TAO is created through the incomparable “Wadaiko-drums” and the beautiful melody of Japanese flutes and harps. Dubbed “Japanese Entertainment” for a new generation, these amazing artists completely surpass expectations with a stunning mélange of traditional and contemporary elements.

Stand Up Comedy Night
2024-03-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Little Fish Brewing Company, 116 Webster St., Dayton, OH, 45402
We know Dayton loves their stand-up comedy, and so do we! On Wednesday, March 20th, we are pleased to announce that we will be putting on our first ever stand-up comedy night. Hosted by @nicktaylorcomedy and @kemper_kyle, the show will feature a number of local Dayton comedians ready to make you laugh! Tickets are $10 and can be purchased via the Eventbrite link in this event page. After 7 p.m., we will be charging a $10 cover at the door for those who did not buy tickets online but still want to join in on the fun. Space is limited, so get your tickets before we sell out!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-fish-brewing-company-dayton-station-comedy-night-tickets-850075788567?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Premier Health Mobile Screen Clinic
2024-03-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Look for the Mobile Unit parked on Patterson Blvd., and drop in for blood pressure and lipid profile screenings. Adults

Thursday, March 21, 11 am-2 pm, Main Library

Tiny Thursday: Story Time and Art Project
2024-03-21 11:15 - 12:00 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Are you a toddler with an awesome parent/grandparent/caregiver who likes to take you to fun, creative weekday programs? Join us on Thursdays for our popular child and caregiver preschool program, Tiny Thursdays. Ages 2-5 and a caregiver (baby siblings welcome) are invited for story time, a gallery visit and artmaking project. 1st and 3rd Thursdays; dates vary by month
With monthly themes, each session investigates new stories and DAI collection artworks.
Cost: $6/child with member caregiver;$8/child with non-member caregiver
*For more information or to register in advance, call 937-223-4ART (4278). You may also register at Guest Services the day of the program.

Tween Scene
2024-03-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Come together in an engaging environment for socializing, fun, and creative activities

8-4 Memorial – The Seed of Life – Volunteer Opportunity
2024-03-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Join us at the Dayton Metro Library Opportunity Center from 4-7pm as we continue the mosaic for the Oregon District Memorial project, The Seed of Life. The process is simple: we gather around a common workspace and glue pieces of porcelain tile into the geometric patterns that will come together to form The Seed of Life. Free.
February 15 from 4-7pm
February 29, 2024 from 4-7pm. On this date we will offer a sound bath healing meditation beginning at 7pm.
March 14 from 4-7pm
March 21 from 4-7pm
March 28 from 4-7pm. On this date we will offer another sound bath healing meditation beginning at 7pm.

Thirsty Thursday at Corner Kitchen with Tori Lee
2024-03-21 16:00 - 22:00 | Corner Kitchen, 613 E. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Thirsty Thursdays with fantastic Tori Lee! Enjoy curated drinks, plates, and tracks from Tori and the CK team every Thursday starting March 14th! Specials include 9 Artisanal fat washed martinis, $5 off Prime Cuts, $9 small plates at the bar, $5 wine pours and $3 drafts.

Public Education Today: Existing Challenges and Opportunities
2024-03-21 18:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Several panelists, including Dayton Mayor Jeffrey J. Mims, will discuss the current challenges and opportunities that exist within our system of education. Advanced registration is required to attend this event.

Red Hot Chilli Pipers
2024-03-21 19:30 | Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Bagpipes with attitude. Drums with a Scottish accent. A blazing rock band and show so hot, it carries its own health warning! It’s bagpipes. It’s rock. It’s bagrock – where AC/DC meets the poet Robert Burns. The band’s achievements have reached incredible heights with their groundbreaking fusion of traditional Scottish music and rock/pop anthems. This 9-piece ensemble consists of pipers, guitarists, keyboards, and drummers – who have been rocking the world from New York to Beijing to Melbourne and everywhere in between with musicianship of the highest order and a passion for pipes that will leave you breathless.

Dixon’s Violin at The Brightside
2024-03-21 20:00 - 22:00 | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
You’ve never heard violin like this! Inspiring audiences across North America, from Burning Man and Electric Forest to TED talks.
Thursday, March 21
7:00pm – Doors Open
8pm – Dixon’s Violin
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Tickets only $20 pre-sale: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dixons-violin-live-in-dayton-the-brightside-tickets-793568092527
Tickets $25 at the door if still available
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All ages welcome
Children 12 and under are free
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About Dixon’s Violin:
You’ve never heard violin like this! The world’s premier visionary violinist, Dixon’s life mission is to inspire people – and he has done so at over 1,000 concerts across North America, including giving four TED talks/performances, over ten years at Burning Man and Electric Forest, plus radio, TV, and film appearances. A former technology leader and symphony violinist, Dixon walked away from a distinguished career to follow his dream full-time, and invented a whole new music genre.

A Season for Nonviolence
2024-03-22 10:00 - 17:00 | The International Peace Museum, 10 N. Ludlow St., Dayton, OH, 45402
A Season for Nonviolence is a national 64-day educational, media, and grassroots campaign dedicated to demonstrating that non-violence is a powerful way to heal, transform, and empower our lives and our communities. The purpose of this event is to promote and spread the principles of nonviolence to create a more inclusive, understanding, and compassionate society, ultimately helping to bridge the social divide in communities across America.
In January 2024 , representatives from the King, Gandhi, Scott and Mandela families are set to visit the International Peace Museum for a special series of events. This juncture holds the potential for a transformative moment—one that embodies strength, introspection, and a call to action in the pursuit of love, nonviolence, and peace. The coming together of these influential families to inaugurate the 2024 Season of Nonviolence carries profound symbolism. It sends a resounding message to our nation that peace is indispensable for the well-being of all, and its significance can endure for generations to come.

Shedding Light on Solar Eclipses by Dayton Society of Natural History
2024-03-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
The Dayton Society of Natural History will drop by to present this classroom-based program. Discover what happens when the Moon blocks light from the Sun and how to safely enjoy the phenomenon.

Shedding Light on Solar Eclipse
2024-03-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
As Montgomery County and surrounding areas prepare for the Great American Eclipse to take place on Monday, April 8, Dayton Metro Library has several eclipse programs scheduled for this unique total eclipse event.

Shedding Light on Solar Eclipse by Dayton Society of Natural History (Families)

Monday, March 18, 6-7 pm, Brookville Branch
Tuesday, March 19, 6-7 pm, Trotwood Branch
Wednesday, March 20, 4-5 pm, Miamisburg Branch
Friday, March 22, 4-5 pm, Main Library, Children’s Creativity Space
Thursday, March 28, 4-5 pm, Wilmington-Stroop Branch

Stargazing for Beginners with MVAS (Miami Valley Astronomical Society) (Adults)

Monday, March 22, 7-8 pm, Main Library, Conference Room 1A

Don’t Burn Your Eyes Out! With Armstrong Air & Space Museum (Families)

Monday, March 18, 4-5 pm, West Branch
Thursday, April 4, 6:30-7:30 pm, New Lebanon Branch

Many other Branches are hosting viewing parties and craft activities in preparation for April 8 as well. A limited supply of glasses will be available, and some programs will teach patrons how to make their own viewing devices.

Visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org and search the Events calendar with the keyword “Eclipse” for a complete list of eclipse programs. Additional questions may also be directed to the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

Captain Louie Jr.
2024-03-22 19:00 | PNC Arts Annex, 46 N. Ludlow St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Based on the children’s book The Trip by Ezra Jack Keats and featuring a score by the Grammy Award-winning composer of Wicked, Stephen Schwartz, CAPTAIN LOUIE JR. is a delightfully fresh and touching story about friendship – the ability to make new friends and the importance of old ones.

Stargazing for Beginners
2024-03-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402

Rock Night with George Balog
2024-03-22 19:00 - 23:00 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Yer boy George is back behind the decks this month on Friday, March 22nd with a four hour brick of crunchy guitars, crashing drums, and overblown bass cabs. Come get down with Dayton’s coolest cat on a journey through rock history. Or Don’t. Oh well. Whatever. Nevermind.
