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2026 LGBTQIA+ Elders’ Awards

Dayton Metro Library – Main Library 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH

Dayton Metro Library will host the 2026 LGBTQIA+ Elders’ Awards on Thursday, May 14, 6-7:30 pm, in the Main Library’s ...

Mix and Mingle at The Foundry

The Foundry 124 Madison St., Dayton, OH, United States

Join us on the rooftop for an exclusive Mix & Mingle May 14 from 6-9 pm, featuring premium scotch from ...

Government Commons: An Equitable Civics Series

Dayton Metro Library – Main Library 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH

Dayton Metro Library will host the next installment of Government Commons: An Equitable Civics Series on Thursday, May 14, 6:30-7:30 ...

Midwestern Mrs Album Release Show

The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH

Midwestern Mrs | Album Release Show with Sam King, Amber Heart & Rachel Morgan Celebrate the arrival of something new. ...

Bike to Work Day Pancake Breakfast

RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, United States

Five Rivers MetroParks invites the community to celebrate National Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 15, during its annual ...

National Bike To Work Day Pancake Breakfast

RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, United States

National Bike To Work Day Pancake Breakfast 7:00am - 9:00am Bike to RiverScape MetroPark and enjoy a free flying flapjack before heading ...

Tab-a-oull-ooza

2nd Street Market 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, USA

Support The Ronald McDonald House by dropping off your aluminum can tabs at the market. Drop-off bin is located at ...

Pride Rocks!

Levitt Pavilion Dayton 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH

Join us for Pride Rocks!- a free, family-friendly celebration where community comes together to raise awareness and share resources for ...

Mighty Minis Workshop

Now and Zen DIY Studio 121 E. Third St., Dayton, OH

Mighty Minis Workshop – Create Your Way Join us for a fun, flexible workshop where you can create from a ...

Native Plant Sale at the Market

2nd Street Market 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, USA

Join us for the bi-annual native plant sale (no hybrids). Six growers will be on hand showcasing their native plants, ...