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SUMMARY:Live Trivia
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to host live trivia every Wednesday at The Yellow Cab Tavern! Since there are a limited number of indoor tables\, so please reserve as soon as possible.\nPepper Sprout Productions will be doing 3 rounds of general trivia from 6:30 – 8:30! Win prizes and gift cards! Watch their page on the day of for a clue about the bonus round theme!\nYou can enjoy pizza from The Pizza Bandit and beverages from The Yellow Cab Tavern!Pizza Bandit’s standard carryout\, delivery\, and onsite dining will be available from 4-9pm!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/live-trivia/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Yellow Cab Tavern\, 700 E 4th St\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wu-Tang Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Dayton’s legendary Ike B spins old school hip hop and whateva else he wants.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/whateva-wednesdays/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:The Barrel House\, 417 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mr. Nobody Against Putin
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Oscar winner for “Best Feature Length Documentary” is heading to THE NEON for a limited engagement starting March 20! “As Russia launches its full-scale invasion of Ukraine\, primary schools across Russia’s hinterlands are transformed into recruitment stages for the war. Facing the ethical dilemma of working in a system defined by propaganda and violence\, a brave teacher goes undercover to film what’s really happening in his own school.”
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/mr-nobody-against-putin/2026-03-25/2/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tow
DESCRIPTION:“Based on a true story\, TOW follows Amanda Ogle (Rose Byrne)\, a woman living in her aging Toyota Camry on the streets of Seattle. When her car — her only lifeline – is stolen and impounded\, Amanda is thrust into a relentless legal battle against an indifferent system. What begins as a fight to reclaim her car evolves into a deeply human story of resilience\, dignity\, and the power of one woman’s voice in the face of systemic failure.”
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/tow/2026-03-25/3/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260327
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SUMMARY:Tony Foster\, Exploring Time: A Painter’s Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Tony Foster\, Exploring Time: A Painter’s Perspective\nFebruary 21–May 17\, 2026\, Gallery 120 \nBetween 2007 and 2025\, Tony Foster embarked on his 19th Journey\, building it around a profound and layered theme: time. Across this body of work\, he investigates how time shapes the land—from the quick shifts of light and weather\, to the slow rhythms of seasons\, to the immense scales of biological and geological transformation. As Foster explains\, his aim is “to draw attention to the unseen forces that create place.” \nExploring Time brings together a remarkable series of watercolor diaries that capture nature in motion. His paintings reveal signs of change on multiple fronts: geological upheavals\, biological cycles and the marks left by human activity. With a discerning eye\, Foster records not only nature’s strength and resilience but also its vulnerability\, even in landscapes once dominated by industry and later reclaimed. \nIn a world where environmental change is often conveyed through striking images of global warming\, Foster offers a different perspective\, one that considers Earth’s continual evolution and the visible traces of time’s passage. Organized into four themes: geological\, biological\, human and the fleeting\, this exhibition invites viewers to engage with time at every scale\, from the span of a moment to the stretch of millennia\, while reflecting on the enduring impact of human presence.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/tony-foster-exploring-time-a-painters-perspective/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jason REVOK: Mutually Exclusive
DESCRIPTION:The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present new paintings by Jason REVOK. Self-taught\, REVOK is known for pushing creative boundaries that began in the street. Although his story begins with graffiti\, the artist has spent the last decade focusing on his studio practice and the evolution of process and concept. Refusing to be limited by his early recognition\, REVOK allows only certain elements from graffiti culture to transition to his contemporary work—modest materials and industrial tools\, ingenuity\, his name—but his proclivity towards minimalism and post-painterly abstraction has become the driving force behind his practice. Examining the question of authorship from start to finish\, REVOK has developed systematic yet imperfect tools to carry out his vision and has created a number of unmistakable bodies of work. His bold\, balanced\, geometry is heightened by the personal and imperfect sleight of the human hand. REVOK grew up in Southern California and is based in Detroit. His work has been exhibited at the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit; the Museum of Contemporary Art\, Los Angeles; and the Pasadena Museum of California Art\, as well as in galleries and special projects in New York\, Los Angeles\, Detroit\, and Dubai. His work is held in important private collections worldwide. OPENING NIGHT / Friday\, March 13 Member & Sponsor Preview: 5-6 pm Public Reception: 6-8 pm Remarks: 6:30 pm CLOSING RECEPTION / Saturday\, June 6 4-6p – Light Refreshments and a final chance to view the exhibition. This exhibition is one of three concurrent exhibitions of new and recent work by Detroit-based artists\, curated by Heather Jones\, and presented to spark dialogue around the art and artists of our time.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/jason-revok-mutually-exclusive/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Paul Verdell: Tabernacle
DESCRIPTION:The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present a new body of work by Paul Verdell. In these gestural paintings\, Verdell continues his exploration of loose and instinctive mark making\, working with paint and collaged elements. These works become renditions of landscapes both visually and figuratively as the colors and forms subtly echo horizons and map Verdell’s mental terrain. Driven by intuition\, his latest body of work delves deep into the realm of abstraction as the artist explores capabilities of medium and mind. Influencing the artist’s conceptual root is both internal discourse—an ongoing attempt to understand himself within a shifting and uncertain world through the act of painting—as well as his Black American heritage. Verdell is a painter based in Detroit. Originally from Long Beach\, California\, he moved to Ohio as a teenager and received a BFA from Bowling Green State University in 2018. He has been awarded residencies at Black Rock Senegal\, Dakar\, Senegal\, and the Macedonia Institute\, Chatham\, New York. His work has been included in exhibitions at The Armory Show\, New York; Hurst Contemporary\, London; and the Dakar Biennale\, Dakar\, Senegal\, among others. Verdell’s work is held in the collections of the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University\, East Lansing\, Michigan\, and Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, among others. OPENING NIGHT / Friday\, March 13 Member & Sponsor Preview: 5-6 pm Public Reception: 6-8 pm Remarks: 6:30 pm CLOSING RECEPTION / Saturday\, June 6 4-6p – Light Refreshments and a final chance to view the exhibition. This exhibition is one of three concurrent exhibitions of new and recent work by Detroit-based artists\, curated by Heather Jones\, and presented to spark dialogue around the art and artists of our time
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/paul-verdell-tabernacle/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jamea Richmond-Edwards: Leviathan
DESCRIPTION:The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present Leviathan\, a film by interdisciplinary artist Jamea Richmond-Edwards. Known for her monumental paintings and mixed-media collages informed by mythology\, Afrofuturist iconography\, and magical realism\, Richmond-Edwards brings these influences into a cinematic form in this film. Using music and dance\, Leviathan traces the artist’s family history and their enduring connection to Detroit. Raised in a family of dancers and musicians\, and drawing on her experience as a competitive dancer and marching band member\, Richmond-Edwards infuses the film with movement and sound. The film explores Detroit’s layered histories and evolving landscapes\, invoking the mythic Leviathan as a metaphor for the powerful\, often untold forces of the Great Migration. Richmond-Edwards is an artist from Detroit who holds a BFA from Jackson State University and an MFA from Howard University. Her work has been included in exhibitions at the Brooklyn Museum\, New York; the Frist Art Museum\, Nashville\, Tennessee; and The Phillips Collection\, Washington\, DC\, and more. Her work is held in the collections of the Rubell Museum\, Washington\, DC; The Studio Museum in Harlem\, New York; and the US Department of State’s Art in Embassies program\, among others. OPENING NIGHT / Friday\, March 13 Member & Sponsor Preview: 5-6 pm Public Reception: 6-8 pm Remarks: 6:30 pm CLOSING RECEPTION / Saturday\, June 6 4-6p – Light Refreshments and a final chance to view the exhibition. This exhibition is one of three concurrent exhibitions of new and recent work by Detroit-based artists\, curated by Heather Jones\, and presented to spark dialogue around the art and artists of our time.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/jamea-richmond-edwards-leviathan/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Becoming: 70 Years of Growth\, Expression\, and Possibility
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library’s newest art exhibit\, Becoming: 70 Years of Growth\, Expression\, and Possibility\, will be on display Sunday\, March 1 – Tuesday\, March 31\, in the Main Library’s The 2nd Floor Gallery. \nBecoming celebrates the artists of United Rehabilitation Services (URS) and the ways creativity serves as a powerful form of communication\, identity\, and connection. \nFor 70 years\, URS has supported children and adults with developmental and acquired disabilities as they grow\, explore independence\, and express who they are. Their artwork reflects a journey of becoming\, not as a fixed destination but an ongoing process shaped by experience\, curiosity\, collaboration\, and self-expression. \nThe exhibit features a wide range of abilities\, styles\, and mediums. Some pieces were created individually\, while others were created collaboratively\, emphasizing the importance of community\, shared effort\, and collective voice. The scale of the work is intentionally varied\, ranging from small\, intimate pieces to large-format installations\, mirroring the diversity of expression within the disability community. \nPresented during Disabilities Awareness Month\, Becoming invites viewers to look beyond labels and assumptions to see creativity\, agency\, and possibility. Each piece tells a story\, not of limitation\, but of growth\, imagination\, and presence. \nFor more information\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org/Exhibits or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/becoming-70-years-of-growth-expression-and-possibility/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Member’s Spotlight Exhibition: Elisha Frontz: vernal equinox
DESCRIPTION:Elisha Frontz: vernal equinox March 4 – 28\, 2026 Opening Reception: March 4\, 6 – 8 pm Closing Reception: March 28\, 4 – 6 pm \nElisha Frontz: vernal equinox features recent work by a Dayton-based artist\, musician\, and poet. Working with an interdisciplinary sensibility\, Frontz allows material investigation and musicality to inform one another. Her process balances technical precision with intuitive gesture\, resulting in compositions that feel at once deliberate and emergent. These mixed-media paintings—watercolor on paper combined with sewing patterns\, string\, and brass tacks—celebrate the vernal equinox\, the astronomical beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. As the sun crosses the celestial equator\, day and night reach near equilibrium\, marking a moment of balance\, transition\, and renewal that resonates through Frontz’s layered materials and luminous palette. All artworks in this exhibition are available for purchase. Please visit the reception desk or speak to a staff member for more information. Proceeds support both the artist and The Contemporary Dayton’s mission to connect artists and audiences through accessible\, engaging contemporary art experiences.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/members-spotlight-exhibition-elisha-frontz-vernal-equinox/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The Sinclair Community College Art Department is pleased to present the 2026 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition. Students who have been enrolled in fine art classes at Sinclair Community College within the past year are eligible to enter the annual Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition by submitting up to five original works produced for their art classes. This year’s juror\, Britny Wainwright\, will review the submissions\, select works for the exhibition\, and award best in show\, second\, and third place. Wainwright is a Visiting Assistant Professor and Director of Foundations Studies at The Ohio State University. Students juried into the exhibition may list their artwork for sale either to the public and/or to be sold to Sinclair Community College as Student Purchase Awards. The Purchase Award winners are committee selected and their work will be added to Sinclair’s art collection. Over 140 Student Purchase Awards are located throughout Sinclair’s Dayton and Centerville campuses. This program is made possible thanks to the generosity of Burnell R. Roberts and the Mauch Endowment Fund. The exhibition will be held in-person in the Burnell R. Roberts Triangle Gallery and the Works on Paper Gallery. Interested parties may view the show in person or online on the student website\, sinclaircollegeartgalleries.org. In addition\, the exhibition will be highlighted on the galleries’ Facebook and Instagram @sinclaircollegeartgalleries. There will be a reception open to the public on March 26\, 2026 from 4:30pm to 6pm\, Building 13\, 4th Floor Atrium. Free and accessible parking is located in Parking Lot K. Awards are presented to Best in Show\, Second and Third Place. Award sponsors include Blick Art Materials\, Custom Frame Services\, Tartan Campus Store\, Professor Bridgette Bogle\, Professor Mark Echtner\, Professor Kay Koeninger\, and Associate Professor Anthony Wolking. The exhibition will be on display from March 24 through April 14\, 2026. The galleries are located in Building 13\, 4th Floor\, at the corner of West Fifth and Perry Street. The galleries are free and open to the public from 8am–6pm Monday–Friday and 9am–12pm Saturday.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/2026-fine-art-student-juried-exhibition/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Galleries at Sinclair College\, 444 W. Third St.\, Bldg. 13\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:A Matter of Balance
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join A Matter of Balance\, an evidence-based\, national fall prevention program offered to the community by Sinclair Community College’s PTA faculty and students. \nClasses will be held weekly on Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.\, March 19 through May 7\, at the YMCA of Greater Dayton. The program is designed to help participants build confidence\, improve balance and strength\, and reduce the risk of falls. \nThis program is free of charge. \nPlease see the attached flyer for additional details and registration information.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/a-matter-of-balance/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:YMCA of Greater Dayton – Downtown\, 316 N. Wilkinson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T144000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T144000
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SUMMARY:Tow
DESCRIPTION:“Based on a true story\, TOW follows Amanda Ogle (Rose Byrne)\, a woman living in her aging Toyota Camry on the streets of Seattle. When her car — her only lifeline – is stolen and impounded\, Amanda is thrust into a relentless legal battle against an indifferent system. What begins as a fight to reclaim her car evolves into a deeply human story of resilience\, dignity\, and the power of one woman’s voice in the face of systemic failure.”
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/tow/2026-03-26/1/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mr. Nobody Against Putin
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Oscar winner for “Best Feature Length Documentary” is heading to THE NEON for a limited engagement starting March 20! “As Russia launches its full-scale invasion of Ukraine\, primary schools across Russia’s hinterlands are transformed into recruitment stages for the war. Facing the ethical dilemma of working in a system defined by propaganda and violence\, a brave teacher goes undercover to film what’s really happening in his own school.”
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/mr-nobody-against-putin/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T171000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T171000
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SUMMARY:Tow
DESCRIPTION:“Based on a true story\, TOW follows Amanda Ogle (Rose Byrne)\, a woman living in her aging Toyota Camry on the streets of Seattle. When her car — her only lifeline – is stolen and impounded\, Amanda is thrust into a relentless legal battle against an indifferent system. What begins as a fight to reclaim her car evolves into a deeply human story of resilience\, dignity\, and the power of one woman’s voice in the face of systemic failure.”
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/tow/2026-03-26/2/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T175526Z
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SUMMARY:Dolley Madison: The Lady Who Saved Washington!
DESCRIPTION:Step into the drama\, elegance\, and resilience of early America as renowned historical interpreter Jessica Michna brings Dolley Madison to life. \nCharming\, flamboyant\, and strong-willed\, Dolley Madison became one of the most beloved First Ladies in American history. Through first-person storytelling\, rich historical detail\, and theatrical flair\, Jessica Michna offers an unforgettable portrayal of the woman who helped define the role of First Lady and left an enduring mark on American history. \nJoin the Dayton Woman’s Club in the beautiful setting of its historic Victorian mansion for this engaging installment of our Celebrate! The 250 Series\, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. \nAdvance tickets are required. $15 per person. Meals are available for an additional $15. \nThe Dayton Woman’s Club is open to the public. The venue is fully accessible with a ramp entrance.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/dolley-madison-the-lady-who-saved-washington/
LOCATION:The Dayton Woman’s Club\, 225 N Ludlow St\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum / History,Performing Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T193000
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SUMMARY:Community Workshop – Flourish and Flow: An Oil Painting Journey
DESCRIPTION:Our artist-led workshops are designed to make community connections between our guests\, local artists\, and The Dayton Art Institute through conversation and artmaking. Flourish and Flow: An Oil Painting Journey Date: Thursdays\, April 10\, 17 and 24\, and May 1 and 8 – 5:30–7:30 p.m Cost: $100 for museum members; $125 for non-members Ages: 18+ In this multi-session workshop series\, local artist Jamaal Durr leads participants through an exploration of the fundamentals of oil painting. Sessions will focus on layering\, blending\, and texture while developing skills through the creation of personalized artwork featuring birth flowers. Jamaal Durr\, a Contemporary Artist\, is recognized for his figurative works that intimately blend reality and the surreal. Using materials like oil paint\, charcoal\, and graphite\, he explores themes of identity and self-reflection through his timely narratives. Jamaal has expanded his capacity within the realm of Art\, having also gained experience as a Curator\, Teacher\, and Muralist. Jamaal is primarily self-taught\, having only received a couple of years of formal training at Stivers School for the Arts in Dayton\, OH and a brief stint studying architecture at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn\, NY.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/community-workshop-flourish-and-flow-an-oil-painting-journey/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T200000
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SUMMARY:Tenant Rights & Responsibilities on the Road
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library welcomes the Dayton Tenant Union and Legal Aid to present Tenant Rights & Responsibilities on the Road at several Branches. \n  \nThey will share available resources that community members can use when facing a potential housing crisis and will discuss how to review a lease. This information helps patrons better understand their rights and responsibilities as renters in Dayton. \n  \nSchedule: \n\nMonday\, March 9\, 4:30-6:30 pm\, Main Library\, Community Room A\nThursday\, March 26\, 6-8 m\, Main Library\, Community Room A\nSaturday\, April 11\, 11 am-1 pm\, Miami Township Branch\n\n  \nRegistration is not required. For more information\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/tenant-rights-responsibilities-on-the-road/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000
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SUMMARY:Sinclair Theatre presents Amélie the Musical
DESCRIPTION:Sinclair Theatre is proud to present Amélie the Musical\, a whimsical adaptation of the hit 2001 romantic comedy\, live on stage from March 20 – 28 in Blair Hall Theatre\, Building 2\, on Sinclair’s downtown Dayton campus. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students/seniors and are available online at www.sinclair.edu/tickets. Groups of 20 or more ordering online save all ticketing fees. On the day of Princess Diana’s death\, Amélie\, a young woman more comfortable in her daydreams than in the day-to-day\, finds the childhood treasures of her apartment’s previous tenant. This discovery sets her on a campaign of anonymous altruism as she sets out to better the lives of the eccentric neighbors and friends around her. “Bringing Amélie to the stage has been a journey of discovering how small\, tender acts can ripple outward and transform entire lives. What I love most about Amélie is its celebration of quiet courage—the bravery it takes to open your heart in a world that often feels disconnected\,” says director\, Kimberly Borst. “In this production\, we’ve leaned into the magic of Parisian whimsy while grounding the story in something deeply human: the longing to be seen\, to be known\, and to love without fear. We have embraced the show’s playful imagination and delicate intimacy and inviting audiences to rediscover wonder in the everyday.” The cast consists of Ann-Margaret Adkins\, Isaiah Autajay\, Anthony Lombardo\, Allison (Al) Friessen\, Anthony (Tony) Cercone\, Adalia Gaynier\, William Finnell\, Nona Whalen\, Kailie Gould\, Gabriel Reker\, Tiffany Higgins\, Jeniece Craver\, Alida Ohrman\, Ryan Hester\, and Jhoana Novelo. Music by Daniel Messé\, lyrics by Daniel Messé and Nathan Tysen. Book by Craig Lucas. Based on the motion picture Amelie written by Jean-Pierre Jeunet and Guillaume Laurant. AMELIE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com Where: Sinclair Community College\, Blair Hall Theatre (Building 2)\, 444 W. Third St.\, Dayton Ticket Information:  Adults: $20 Students/Seniors $15 plus $2 service fee. No at-the-door ticket sales. All tickets must be purchased online at: www.sinclair.edu/tickets
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/sinclair-theatre-presents-amelie-the-musical/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Blair Hall Theatre – Sinclair\, 444 W. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Tom Papa: Grateful Bread Tour
DESCRIPTION:With more than 20 years as a stand-up comedian\, Tom Papa is one of the top comedic voices in the country\, finding success as an actor\, host\, and author\, in film\, TV\, radio\, and podcasts as well as on the live stage. The comedian has had six highly rated stand-up specials over the years (including the Netflix Original “Tom Papa: Home Free”)\, has released three books (We’re All In This Together… So Make Some Room most recently)\, and has been in numerous fan-favorite films and TV shows. Tom’s highly rated podcast\, “Breaking Bread With Tom Papa\,” features Tom and his guests eating\, drinking\, and celebrating the true meaning of breaking bread with insightful\, revealing\, and always funny conversations. He also hosts the popular daily Netflix radio show\, “What A Joke With Papa And Fortune\,” on SiriusXM Channel 93 and the monthly show\, “Come To Papa Live\,” on Channel 94.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/tom-papa-grateful-bread-tour/
LOCATION:Victoria Theatre\, 138 N. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Two Social Euchre League
DESCRIPTION:Love Euchre? Looking for a fun way to meet new people in Dayton? Gem City Social Sports is hosting the Two Social Euchre League — a 6-week Thursday night card league at Two Social in downtown Dayton. It’s all about good times\, great people\, and better hands. ABOUT THE LEAGUE This is a social-first league where all experience levels are welcome. Whether you’re a longtime Euchre player or just getting back into the game\, you’ll get structured weekly matchups\, a welcoming community\, and a great bar atmosphere with a full bar and the games at Two Social. LEAGUE DETAILS • Start Date: Thursday\, March 19\, 2026 • Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM • Duration: 6-Week League • Location: Two Social\, 123 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH • Format: 4 games per night • Ages: 21+ • Commissioner on site every week PRIZES • 1st Place: $100 Cash • 2nd Place: $50 Cash HOW TO REGISTER Visit https://www.gemcitysocialsports.com/sports/euchre to sign up. Two options available: 1. Free Agent ($30/player) — No partner? No problem. Sign up solo and we’ll pair you up. Great for meeting new people. 2. Full Team ($50/team) — Got a partner or squad of 2-4? Register together\, pick a team name\, and play as a unit. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Do I need to know how to play Euchre? All skill levels are welcome. If you’re new to the game\, the social atmosphere makes it easy to learn. Can I sign up without a partner? Yes! Register as a Free Agent for $30 and we’ll match you with other players. How many games do we play each night? 4 games per night over the 6-week season. Is there a prize? Yes — $100 cash for 1st place and $50 cash for 2nd place at the end of the season. Where exactly is Two Social? Two Social is located at 123 E. Third St. in downtown Dayton\, OH — featuring a full bar\, axe throwing\, arcade games\, and indoor cornhole. Register today at https://www.gemcitysocialsports.com/sports/euchre Date of Event: 03/19/2026 Event Start Time: 07:00 pm Event End Time: 09:00 pm Other Date & Time Info: 6-week league\, Thursday nights starting March 19\, 2026. 4 games played each night.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/two-social-euchre-league/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Two Social\, 123 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Silents Synced: A Woman of the World with Pearl Jam
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating its 100th anniversary\, A WOMAN OF THE WORLD (1925) follows a liberal European countess\, played by Pola Negri\, who scandalizes a small\, mid-Western American town with her unapologetic independence\, sharp wit\, and tattooed arm. This classic\, silent film has been paired with Pearl Jam – one of the most influential rock and roll bands\, which continues to sell out stadiums to audiences of 50\,000+ and engages with a loyal and enthusiastic fanbase. Silents Synced creator\, Josh Frank\, chose to pair the film with the music from Pearl Jam’s seminal albums Vs. and Vitalogy\, saying\, “The moment I rewatched this film\, I remembered the lyrics of ‘Animal’ – ‘I’d rather be with an animal’ – it just fit.”\nTheir raw energy and urgent\, emotional soundscape mirror the countess’s defiance and vulnerability\, bringing a gritty new layer to this 100-year-old film.\nPearl Jam’s nonprofit foundation\, Vitalogy\, will donate earnings from this project to Austin Women’s Health\, a local provider supporting reproductive care in Silents Synced creator’s hometown. Their response reinforces their reputation as authentic philanthropists and strengthens the project’s core themes of activism\, female empowerment\, and creative courage.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/silents-synced-a-woman-of-the-world-with-pearl-jam/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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SUMMARY:You’re Dating a Narcissist!
DESCRIPTION:An outspoken psychologist\, burnt by love\, takes an emergency trip to Los Angeles with her best friend to talk her smitten daughter out of marrying a man she is convinced is a narcissist.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/youre-dating-a-narcissist/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Night – sign up online\, then show up and show out.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/open-mic-night/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:The Barrel House\, 417 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T200000
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CREATED:20250318T142048Z
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SUMMARY:Music Bingo Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:We have music bingo every Thursday! It’s free to play\, lots of fun\, hosted by KG\, and there are prizes galore. Come check it out!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/music-bingo-thursdays/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:The Trolley Stop\, 530 E. Fifth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, USA
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SUMMARY:Temporary Exhibit: Ordinary Lives
DESCRIPTION:“Ordinary Lives imagines Palestinian existence as an unbroken continuum—a lineage of care\, memory\, and everyday beauty that stretches from ancient ritual to the present moment. Across the gallery\, Mona Gazala’s photographic works and George Harb’s intimate family archive come together to affirm that Palestinian life is shaped not solely by survival\, but by an enduring inheritance of joy\, dignity\, and deep interior worlds. \n \nIn Gazala’s images\, ancestral echoes surface through gestures and objects that bridge archaeology and lived experience. Portraits that invoke ancient forms of veneration and photographs that draw on the quiet symbolism of archaeological fragments work in concert to honor the overlooked\, the ordinary\, and the deeply rooted. Whether reimagining the visual language of early ancestral practices or elevating humble shards as vessels of story\, these works collectively underscore a truth that stretches across millennia: what persists is reverence—reverence for family\, land\, and the accumulated layers of Palestinian life. \n \nThese themes resonate through the collage of George Harb’s archival videos and photographs spanning the diaspora\, Ramallah\, Jerusalem\, and greater Palestine. His extensive family documentation—childhood scenes\, celebrations\, rites of passage\, and landscapes of home—reveals generations living with tenderness\, intuition\, and grounded connection. It offers a glimpse of Palestinian joy and interiority\, sustained independently of external forces and carried forward despite trauma. \n \nTogether\, Gazala’s contemporary works and Harb’s historical archive form a unified narrative of continuity: a testament to the ancient and ongoing pulse of Palestinian life. Their stories—rooted in ritual\, memory\, everyday gestures\, and deep familial ties—assert that Palestinian presence has never been broken.”
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/temporary-exhibit-ordinary-lives/2026-03-27/
LOCATION:The International Peace Museum\, 10 N. Ludlow St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Tony Foster\, Exploring Time: A Painter’s Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Tony Foster\, Exploring Time: A Painter’s Perspective\nFebruary 21–May 17\, 2026\, Gallery 120 \nBetween 2007 and 2025\, Tony Foster embarked on his 19th Journey\, building it around a profound and layered theme: time. Across this body of work\, he investigates how time shapes the land—from the quick shifts of light and weather\, to the slow rhythms of seasons\, to the immense scales of biological and geological transformation. As Foster explains\, his aim is “to draw attention to the unseen forces that create place.” \nExploring Time brings together a remarkable series of watercolor diaries that capture nature in motion. His paintings reveal signs of change on multiple fronts: geological upheavals\, biological cycles and the marks left by human activity. With a discerning eye\, Foster records not only nature’s strength and resilience but also its vulnerability\, even in landscapes once dominated by industry and later reclaimed. \nIn a world where environmental change is often conveyed through striking images of global warming\, Foster offers a different perspective\, one that considers Earth’s continual evolution and the visible traces of time’s passage. Organized into four themes: geological\, biological\, human and the fleeting\, this exhibition invites viewers to engage with time at every scale\, from the span of a moment to the stretch of millennia\, while reflecting on the enduring impact of human presence.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/tony-foster-exploring-time-a-painters-perspective/2026-03-27/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jason REVOK: Mutually Exclusive
DESCRIPTION:The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present new paintings by Jason REVOK. Self-taught\, REVOK is known for pushing creative boundaries that began in the street. Although his story begins with graffiti\, the artist has spent the last decade focusing on his studio practice and the evolution of process and concept. Refusing to be limited by his early recognition\, REVOK allows only certain elements from graffiti culture to transition to his contemporary work—modest materials and industrial tools\, ingenuity\, his name—but his proclivity towards minimalism and post-painterly abstraction has become the driving force behind his practice. Examining the question of authorship from start to finish\, REVOK has developed systematic yet imperfect tools to carry out his vision and has created a number of unmistakable bodies of work. His bold\, balanced\, geometry is heightened by the personal and imperfect sleight of the human hand. REVOK grew up in Southern California and is based in Detroit. His work has been exhibited at the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit; the Museum of Contemporary Art\, Los Angeles; and the Pasadena Museum of California Art\, as well as in galleries and special projects in New York\, Los Angeles\, Detroit\, and Dubai. His work is held in important private collections worldwide. OPENING NIGHT / Friday\, March 13 Member & Sponsor Preview: 5-6 pm Public Reception: 6-8 pm Remarks: 6:30 pm CLOSING RECEPTION / Saturday\, June 6 4-6p – Light Refreshments and a final chance to view the exhibition. This exhibition is one of three concurrent exhibitions of new and recent work by Detroit-based artists\, curated by Heather Jones\, and presented to spark dialogue around the art and artists of our time.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/jason-revok-mutually-exclusive/2026-03-27/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Paul Verdell: Tabernacle
DESCRIPTION:The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present a new body of work by Paul Verdell. In these gestural paintings\, Verdell continues his exploration of loose and instinctive mark making\, working with paint and collaged elements. These works become renditions of landscapes both visually and figuratively as the colors and forms subtly echo horizons and map Verdell’s mental terrain. Driven by intuition\, his latest body of work delves deep into the realm of abstraction as the artist explores capabilities of medium and mind. Influencing the artist’s conceptual root is both internal discourse—an ongoing attempt to understand himself within a shifting and uncertain world through the act of painting—as well as his Black American heritage. Verdell is a painter based in Detroit. Originally from Long Beach\, California\, he moved to Ohio as a teenager and received a BFA from Bowling Green State University in 2018. He has been awarded residencies at Black Rock Senegal\, Dakar\, Senegal\, and the Macedonia Institute\, Chatham\, New York. His work has been included in exhibitions at The Armory Show\, New York; Hurst Contemporary\, London; and the Dakar Biennale\, Dakar\, Senegal\, among others. Verdell’s work is held in the collections of the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University\, East Lansing\, Michigan\, and Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, among others. OPENING NIGHT / Friday\, March 13 Member & Sponsor Preview: 5-6 pm Public Reception: 6-8 pm Remarks: 6:30 pm CLOSING RECEPTION / Saturday\, June 6 4-6p – Light Refreshments and a final chance to view the exhibition. This exhibition is one of three concurrent exhibitions of new and recent work by Detroit-based artists\, curated by Heather Jones\, and presented to spark dialogue around the art and artists of our time
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/paul-verdell-tabernacle/2026-03-27/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jamea Richmond-Edwards: Leviathan
DESCRIPTION:The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present Leviathan\, a film by interdisciplinary artist Jamea Richmond-Edwards. Known for her monumental paintings and mixed-media collages informed by mythology\, Afrofuturist iconography\, and magical realism\, Richmond-Edwards brings these influences into a cinematic form in this film. Using music and dance\, Leviathan traces the artist’s family history and their enduring connection to Detroit. Raised in a family of dancers and musicians\, and drawing on her experience as a competitive dancer and marching band member\, Richmond-Edwards infuses the film with movement and sound. The film explores Detroit’s layered histories and evolving landscapes\, invoking the mythic Leviathan as a metaphor for the powerful\, often untold forces of the Great Migration. Richmond-Edwards is an artist from Detroit who holds a BFA from Jackson State University and an MFA from Howard University. Her work has been included in exhibitions at the Brooklyn Museum\, New York; the Frist Art Museum\, Nashville\, Tennessee; and The Phillips Collection\, Washington\, DC\, and more. Her work is held in the collections of the Rubell Museum\, Washington\, DC; The Studio Museum in Harlem\, New York; and the US Department of State’s Art in Embassies program\, among others. OPENING NIGHT / Friday\, March 13 Member & Sponsor Preview: 5-6 pm Public Reception: 6-8 pm Remarks: 6:30 pm CLOSING RECEPTION / Saturday\, June 6 4-6p – Light Refreshments and a final chance to view the exhibition. This exhibition is one of three concurrent exhibitions of new and recent work by Detroit-based artists\, curated by Heather Jones\, and presented to spark dialogue around the art and artists of our time.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/jamea-richmond-edwards-leviathan/2026-03-27/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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