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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Experiencing Veterans & Artists Collaboration (EVAC) Project
DESCRIPTION:The Sinclair Community College Art Department proudly announces new exhibits featuring works from the Experiencing Veterans & Artists Collaboration (EVAC) Project and contemporary steel sculptures by artist Chris Mohler. \nThe exhibits will be displayed in the Burnell R. Roberts Triangle Gallery and the Works on Paper Gallery from November 8 through December 14\, 2024. The EVAC Project uses storytelling and art to bridge the gap between veterans and civilians. \nThrough the collaboration\, over 60 veterans share their life stories\, which are then interpreted into visual artwork by talented artists. As visitors explore these powerful stories alongside the artwork\, the exhibit fosters empathy and a deeper connection with the experiences of veterans. Chris Mohler’s collection of steel sculptures shares a common theme of personal storytelling. Each piece reflects a chapter of Mohler’s life\, inspired by topics such as current events\, human existence\, science\, politics\, personal joys\, sacrifices\, and social injustices. Mohler\, however\, encourages viewers to derive their own meanings from the works\, allowing for an open-ended exploration of the art. \nA virtual artist talk will take place on Thursday\, November 21\, 2024\, at 12:00 p.m. via Zoom. More details can be found at Sinclair.edu/ArtGalleries. \nThe exhibitions are free and open to the public. \nGallery hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Both galleries are located on the fourth floor of Building 13 at the corner of West Fifth and Perry Streets in downtown Dayton.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-experiencing-veterans-artists-collaboration-evac-project/2024-11-29/
LOCATION:Galleries at Sinclair College\, 444 W. Third St.\, Bldg. 13\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Education,Free Events,Sinclair Community College,Visual Art
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SUMMARY:Record Store Day Black Friday
DESCRIPTION:Omega opens early with the Dayton area’s largest selection of limited edition Record Store Day titles\, in addition to hundreds of new and used albums.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/record-store-day-black-friday-2/
LOCATION:OMEGA MUSIC\, 318 E 5th St\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Holiday Greenery Crafting
DESCRIPTION:Stop in for a jolly good time with whimsical holiday plant projects\, including terrarium snowmen\, air plant ornaments\, and more! \nThursdays through Sundays\, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. through Dec. 22
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/holiday-greenery-crafting/2024-11-29/
LOCATION:Now and Zen DIY Studio\, 121 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:John Lauer: Demon Heads
DESCRIPTION:Drawing on fantasy\, queer culture\, and architecture\, Lauer creates demon heads out of paper. Combining digital and manual techniques\, he first models the heads with architectural software\, converts them into patterns which he cuts out of paper with a digital cutter\, then meticulously assembles them by hand. Inspired by natural forms—bones\, leaves\, shells—demons and horned creatures burst forth from more placid human heads merging into structures that are both intertwined and interdependent symbolizing an inner struggle in conflict with the outside world. \nJohn Lauer is an artist and architectural/exhibit designer who lives in a treehouse on the edge of Appalachia. He has a BA in Architecture from Washington University\, St. Louis\, an MFA in Design from Cranbrook Academy of Art\, Bloomfield Hills\, MI\, and an M.Arch from Georgia Institute of Technology\, Atlanta.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/john-lauer-demon-heads/2024-11-29/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241129T180000
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SUMMARY:CURTIS MANN: Precious Blood
DESCRIPTION:CURTIS MANN: Precious Blood\n\n\n\n\nTHE DR. ROBERT L. BRANDT JR. FAMILY GALLERY\nTHE IRA & SUSAN THOMSEN FAMILY GALLERY \n\n\n\n\nSEP 6 – DEC 21\, 2024\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDayton native\, Curtis Mann\, returns home to present an experimental new body of work inspired by reflections on his childhood attending Parochial schools\, his mother’s Catholic funeral services this past May\, and the challenges he faced hiding and then embracing his atheism. Using a mixture of personal family photographs\, found\, and AI-generated images\, Mann has cut and affixed them to shards of glass to create sculptural collages. The work presents us with questions about what a photograph is\, about the precarious space between the image and the object\, and about the larger ideas of absolute faith\, its teachings\, and leaders. The work also serves as a love letter to his mother and his own feelings of mortality. Curated by Jeffrey Cortland Jones. \nMann is a graduate of the University of Dayton\, where he worked under the mentorship of Sean Wilkinson\, whose work is on view in the companion exhibition\, Flora\, also on view. His work has been exhibited widely\, most notably at the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, New York; the Centre Georges Pompidou\, Paris\, France; the Whitney Museum of American Art\, New York; and the Museum of Contemporary Art\, Chicago. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOPENING NIGHT / SEP 6\n\n\n\n\nMembers Preview with the Artist 5-6 pm / Public Reception 6-8 pm \n\n\n\n\nARTIST TALK / NOV 22 / 6:30 pm\n\n\n\n\nCurtis Mann and Sean Wilkinson in Conversation with artist and writer\, Carmen Winant \nDoors open 6 pm / Reception immediately following ‘til 8 pm / FREE & open to all / The Tank at The Dayton Arcade
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/curtis-mann-precious-blood/2024-11-29/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:SEAN WILKINSON: Flora
DESCRIPTION:SEAN WILKINSON: Flora\n\n\n\n\nTHE MITOSIS GALLERY \n\n\n\n\nSEP 6 – DEC 21\, 2024\n\n\n\n\n\nWilkinson’s ongoing series of photographs\, Flora (2020-2024) are the artist’s response to the exuberant vitality of plants\, their thrusting and thriving\, their boundless energy and raw power\, their elegance and grace\, their constant changing\, and their utter disregard for anything to do with the human world. Photographed over many seasons at Dayton’s Five Rivers MetroParks\, Wilkinson brings attention to change\, the overlooked\, the undisturbed\, and how profoundly meditative life can be. Curated by Jeffrey Cortland Jones. \nWilkinson is a Distinguished Service Professor and Professor Emeritus at the University of Dayton\, where he served as chair of the Department of Visual Arts and as the Graul Endowed Chair in Arts and Languages. He is the recipient of several Ohio Arts Council and Montgomery County Fellowships among many other awards and prizes. His work has been widely exhibited and housed in over twenty-five significant collections. \n\n\n\n\n\nOPENING NIGHT / SEP 6\n\n\n\n\nMembers Preview with the Artist 5-6 pm / Public Reception 6-8 pm \n\n\n\n\nARTIST TALK / NOV 22 / 6:30 pm\n\n\n\n\nCurtis Mann and Sean Wilkinson in Conversation with artist and writer\, Carmen Winant \nDoors open 6 pm / Reception immediately following ‘til 8 pm / FREE & open to all / The Tank at The Dayton Arcade
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/sean-wilkinson-flora/2024-11-29/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Opening Day Skate
DESCRIPTION:Opening Day Skate\n11:00am – 10:00pm \nAGE: All ages | $10.00\nLace up your skates and join us for the coolest day of the year – Opening Day at the MetroParks Ice Rink! The RiverScape Café will be open and skaters can also relax in our heated comfort tent. Skate admission is $7 and skate rental is $3. Thanks to our Access to Nature Program\, residents who receive SNAP/EBT can simply show their card to the rental attendant to receive 50% off admission and skate rental. Extended Hours Weather Dependent.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/opening-day-skate/
LOCATION:RiverScape MetroPark\, 237 E Monument Ave\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tai Chi & Qigong at the Market
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/tai-chi-qigong-at-the-market-2/
LOCATION:2nd Street Market\, 600 E. Second St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, USA
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SUMMARY:A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
DESCRIPTION:Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself\, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting\, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold\, a catalogue of classics like “America\,” “Forever in Blue Jeans\,” and “Sweet Caroline\,” an induction into the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame\, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award\, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis\, Neil Diamond’s story was made to shine on Broadway – and head out on the road across America. \nLike Jersey Boys and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical before it\, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL is an inspiring\, exhilarating\, energy-filled musical memoir\, that tells the untold true story of how America’s greatest hitmaker became a star\, set to the songs that defined his career.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/a-beautiful-noise-the-neil-diamond-musical/2024-11-29/1/
LOCATION:The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center\, 1 West Second Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Dayton Holiday Festival Kickoff Events: The Grande Illumination & Dayton Children’s Parade Spectacular in Lights
DESCRIPTION:The Dayton Holiday Festival\, presented by AES Ohio\, is your source for family-friendly holiday fun in downtown Dayton! \nStarted by Mrs. Virginia Kettering in 1972 so that all children could enjoy the holiday season regardless of their economic means\, the festival continues today with free attractions for the community. \nEach year\, the festival kicks off Thanksgiving weekend with the Grande Illumination and the Dayton Children’s Parade. The fun continues throughout the month of December with family fun days and other holiday activities. \nMark your calendar to kick off the Dayton Holiday Festival on Friday\, November 29\, 2024!\nGet all the details below. \nThe Grande Illumination tree lighting\nPresented by AES Ohio\nCourthouse Square\, Third & Main sts. 7 p.m. \nWatch the holidays light up during Dayton’s traditional tree lighting. At 7:00 p.m.\, we’ll throw the switch and approximately 50\,000 lights will brighten the big tree on Courthouse Square! Free.\nHoliday tree sponsored by Premier Health\nMedia sponsor: iHeartRADIO \nThe Dayton Children’s Parade Spectacular in Lights\nPresented by White Allen Chevrolet\n  \nAlong Second & Main sts.\, 7:00 p.m.\n \nImmediately following the tree lighting\, the Children’s Parade will round the corner of Second and Main streets to start its route through downtown\, sparkling with more than 100\,000 lights! Watch decorative seasonal floats\, horses\, drill teams and bands\, and some special holiday treats. Free.\nLED parade lights sponsored by NECA/IBEW Electrical Professionals\nNOTE: This year’s parade has a slightly different route from previous years. See the map here. \nMagic Glasses\nFor a fun and special added touch\, grab a pair of free “magic glasses” on Courthouse Square before watching the tree lighting and parade to see the holiday lights in a whole new way! Free.\nSponsored by CareSource \nBut the tree lighting and parade aren’t the only highlights that night!\nA full evening of fun holiday entertainment and activities is planned beginning at 3 p.m.\, including such favorites as: \nLive Main Stage Entertainment\nCourthouse Square\, Third & Main sts.\, 3-7 p.m. \nEnjoy holiday songs and other live entertainment on the Courthouse Square Main Stage leading up to the lighting ceremony. Free.\nSponsored by Sinclair College\n \n3:05-3:30 p.m. – Dayton Celebration Chorus\n3:35-4:15 p.m. – SaxTone\n4:25-5:05 p.m. – Tori Lee\n5:15-5:55 p.m. – Cafe con Leche\n6:05-6:55 p.m. – Sam King + The Suspects \nLive Reindeer\nCourthouse Square\, Third & Main sts.\, 3:30-6:30 p.m. \nMeet our North Pole ambassadors! Santa’s reindeer will be available for photos on Courthouse Square. Don’t miss your chance to take your picture on Santa’s sleigh! Free.\nSponsored by AES Ohio \nGingerbread Homes for the Holidays Contest\nThe Old Courthouse\, Third & Main sts.\, 3-7 p.m. \nView all the delicious contest entries and the award-winning houses\, and vote for your favorite! Free.\n(Please note that in order to ensure everyone in line will get to view the houses\, it is often necessary to close the line earlier than the scheduled end time.) \nStreet Fair on Third\nThird Street between Main & Jefferson sts.\, 3-8 p.m. \nEnjoy free rides and other activities for kids throughout the evening! Free. \nHorse-Drawn Wagon Rides\nSecond Street near Main Street\, 3-6:15 p.m. \nEnjoy a ride through downtown on a decorated wagon pulled by horses!\n(Please note that in order to ensure everyone in line will get a ride\, it is often necessary to close the line earlier than the scheduled end time.) \nCandy Cane Clubhouse\nStratachache Tower lobby\, 40 N. Main St.\, 3-7 p.m. \nEnjoy festive kids’ entertainment\, crafts\, face painting\, balloon twisting\, and more! Free. Scheduled to perform:  \n  \n3:00-3:50 p.m. – Magic by Dave\n4:00-4:50 p.m. – Juggling by Crazy Craig Muhlenkamp\n5:00-6:00 p.m. – Disney Princess Sing-Along and Meet & Greet\n6:00-7:00 p.m. – River City Puppet Show \nHoliday Adventure\nStart at Courthouse Square\, Third & Main sts.\, 3-7 p.m. \nKids will go on an adventure around the festival footprint. Children who visit all of the stops will receive a free book. Free.\nPresented by the Junior League of Dayton. Sponsored by Wright-Patt Credit Union \nFood Vendors\nCourthouse Square & Third Street near the street fair\, 3-7 p.m. \nGrab a bite to eat from one of multiple food vendors on Courthouse Square and near the Street Fair on Third. Vendors scheduled to appear include S’more Fun\, Courtland Mobile Grill\, CupZilla\, Hearts Hot Dogs\, Wooten’s Chuck Wagon\, Spin City Concessions\, Little Trolley Donuts\, Little Z’s Concessions\, Funnel Cakes & More. (Vendors subject to change.)
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/dayton-holiday-festival-kickoff-events-the-grande-illumination-dayton-childrens-parade-spectacular-in-lights-2/
LOCATION:Courthouse Square\, Third & Main Streets\, Dayton\, OH\, 45422\, USA
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SUMMARY:Open House & Warming Station
DESCRIPTION:Nov. 29 • Open House & Warming Station\nDayton Woman’s Club\, 225 N. Ludlow St.; 3-8 p.m.\nStop by the Dayton Woman’s Club during the holiday festival to warm up\nand see the Victorian mansion. 228-1124
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/open-house-warming-station/
LOCATION:The Dayton Woman’s Club\, 225 N Ludlow St\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Woman in Black
DESCRIPTION:A solicitor is sent to a remote estate to wind up the affairs of the late hermit. He soon discovers that a woman in black haunts the house\, and his life is on the line. Fast-paced and theatrically imaginative\, this thriller will frighten and delight you to the very end!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/the-woman-in-black/2024-11-29/
LOCATION:Dayton Theatre Guild\, 430 Wayne Avenue\, Dayton\, OH\, 45410\, USA
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SUMMARY:A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
DESCRIPTION:Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself\, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting\, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold\, a catalogue of classics like “America\,” “Forever in Blue Jeans\,” and “Sweet Caroline\,” an induction into the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame\, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award\, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis\, Neil Diamond’s story was made to shine on Broadway – and head out on the road across America. \nLike Jersey Boys and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical before it\, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL is an inspiring\, exhilarating\, energy-filled musical memoir\, that tells the untold true story of how America’s greatest hitmaker became a star\, set to the songs that defined his career.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/a-beautiful-noise-the-neil-diamond-musical/2024-11-29/2/
LOCATION:The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center\, 1 West Second Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Exhibits: Merry Grinchmas: Art of Dr. Seuss’ Holiday Classic & (B)ART! America’s Funniest Animated Family
DESCRIPTION:The Dayton Art Institute (DAI) will close its 2024 Special Exhibition season with an exciting presentation of two combined traveling exhibitions\, Merry Grinchmas: Art of Dr. Seuss’ Holiday Classic & (B)ART! America’s Funniest Animated Family\, on view now through January 19\, 2025. Just in time for the holidays\, enjoy these nostalgic exhibitions highlighting two beloved classics that continue to influence the art of animation. View original drawings of Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss) and Chuck Jones\, who brought Dr. Seuss’ beloved holiday tale to life in the 1966 animated special How the Grinch Stole Christmas!\, then laugh alongside Homer\, Marge\, Lisa\, Maggie and Bart as you experience the original handmade animation cels of the acclaimed series. \n  \n“The art displayed in our newest exhibitions explores the significant influence animation has had in pop culture and the worlds of art\, entertainment and business\,” said DAI Head Curator & Curatorial Affairs Director Jerry N. Smith. “Animation art is beloved worldwide\, and for many of us\, this medium is our introduction to art. This work showcases how in each animated classic\, thousands of individual artworks come together to tell a story and create a larger singular work.” \n  \nIn 1966\, the animation of Chuck Jones brought to life Dr. Seuss’ treasured 1957 children’s book How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The animated story is a true television classic\, with generations tuning in annually to watch the story of redemption with the despicable Grinch\, the sweet Cindy Lou Who and the innocent dog Max. The exhibition Merry Grinchmas: Art of Dr. Seuss’ Holiday Classic features original cel art used in the cartoon’s production\, along with concept drawings by Jones (famous for Looney Tunes) and those by Dr. Seuss. \n  \n(B)ART! America’s Funniest Animated Family showcases the often-irreverent antics of Homer\, Marge\, Lisa\, Maggie and Bart—alongside many other unforgettable figures from the longest-running animated series on American television. Since its debut in 1989\, there have been more than 770 episodes. Initially crafted through traditional ink-and-paint techniques on transparent acetate cels\, the first 13 seasons (1989–2002) were produced by hand before transitioning to cost-effective digital animation. These hand-drawn cels are featured in the exhibition. In the early seasons elements\, now vital to the series\, were created\, including the famous sofa and living room set used to open each episode\, which is replicated at the DAI\, allowing guests the chance to truly enter the fictional world of Springfield. \n  \nFun and colorful\, these two exhibitions showcase the art of illustration. A family-friendly and nostalgic outing\, guests will enjoy more than 400 works of original art\, as well as interactive sensory stations\, educational resources and photo opportunities. \n  \n“In addition to learning about the art of animation and illustration\, those attending our newest special exhibitions can expect a joyful\, playful\, and nostalgic experience\,” said DAI Director & President Michael R. Roediger. “This artwork was created to bring a smile to your face and brighten your day. We’re excited to offer each guest the chance to slip away from any of life’s stresses and spend time reconnecting with characters they know and love. These two exhibitions are fun\, colorful and truly memorable.” \n  \nSeveral related programs will be offered in conjunction with the Merry Grinchmas: Art of Dr. Seuss’ Holiday Classic & (B)ART! America’s Funniest Animated Family. These include: \n  \n\nCommunity Tour: November 2\, 1–2 p.m.; November 23\, 1­–2 p.m.; December 7\, 1–2 p.m.; December 19\, 6–7 p.m.; January 18\, 1–2 p.m.\nCost: Members: Free\, Non-members: Included with the Price of Admission\n\n\nFamily Studio Special: December 7\, 12:30–3:30 p.m.\nCost: Members: $20\, Non-members: $25\, Member Family 4-pack: $70\, Non-member Family 4-pack: $90\nAdult Studio Special: November 16\, 12:30–3:30 p.m.\nCost: Members: $35\, Non-members: $45\nAsk Me Anything: November 7\, 6–7 p.m.\, December 12\, 6–7 p.m. and January 9\, 6–7 p.m.\nCost: FREE\n\n  \nThese exhibitions are from the collection of Bill Heeter and Kristi Correa. Admission to Merry Grinchmas: Art of Dr. Seuss’ Holiday Classic & (B)ART! America’s Funniest Animated Family is included in the museum’s general admission\, which includes access to all Special and Focus Exhibitions currently on view\, as well as the museum collection galleries. General admission is $15 adults; $10 seniors (60+)\, active military and groups (10 or more); $5 students (18+ w/ID) and youth (ages 7–17); and free for children (ages 6 & younger). Admission is free for museum members. Membership information can be found online at www.daytonartinstitute.org/membership. \n  \nOther current and upcoming Exhibitions at the museum include Captivating Clay: Contemporary Japanese Ceramics from the Horvitz Collection (on view until September 2025)\, Devil’s Promenade (on view until January 5\, 2025)\, Making Faces: 18 Essential Kabuki Plays (on view until March 30\, 2025) and The Need for Beauty (on view from November 30\, 2024–May 18\, 2025). \n  \nFor more information about planning a visit\, including current museum hours and updates\, go to www.daytonartinstitute.org/visit or call 937-223-4ART (4278). Connect with the Dayton Art Institute on Facebook\, X\, Instagram\, YouTube and Pinterest for additional information\, behind-the-scenes photos and videos\, and exclusive offers. \n 
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibits-merry-grinchmas-art-of-dr-seuss-holiday-classic-bart-americas-funniest-animated-family/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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SUMMARY:Small but Mighty 2024
DESCRIPTION:SMALL BUT MIGHTY 2024\nNOVEMBER 1 – DECEMBER 14 \nSMALL BUT MIGHTY 2024 is the Dayton Society of Artists small works exhibition and holiday gift shop. All work is 12″ x 12″ or smaller and includes a wide variety of mediums and styles. \nDSA will also have a gift shop full of original and handmade goods such as ornaments\, cards\, jewelry and more! So add a little wonder to your holiday season and visit the Dayton Society of Artists.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/small-but-mighty-2024/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:Dayton Society of Artists\, 48 High Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20241104T143344Z
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SUMMARY:Virginia Kettering’s Holiday Train Display
DESCRIPTION:November 29-January 1\nStratacache Tower lobby at the corner of Second & Main sts.\nView in building lobby Mon-Sat\, or through windows anytime.\n \nView this one-of-a-kind model train display given to the community by Mrs. Virginia Kettering.\n(Use Second St. building entrance.)\nFree. 224-1518.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/virginia-ketterings-holiday-train-display-2/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:Stratacache Tower\, 40 N. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45423
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T200337Z
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SUMMARY:Rike’s Holiday Windows
DESCRIPTION:The holiday season is here and one of Dayton’s most beloved traditions is visiting the Rike’s Holiday Windows! \nThe RIKE’S HOLIDAY WINDOWS’ animated elves and animals first appeared in NCR’s New York office windows in 1943\, but many Daytonians remember them from their annual holiday pilgrimage to the Rike’s Department Store which sat on the corner of Second and Main Streets (where the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center now sits). They’ve been on display in the Schuster Center’s Wintergarden during the holidays for more than 20 years. \nIn 2018\, the displays were redesigned by critically acclaimed theatre and opera scenic designer and Dayton native Adam Koch\, reconstructed by internationally acclaimed set and stage designers Scenic Solutions from West Carrollton\, Ohio\, and the characters were recostumed by the Dayton Sewing Collaborative. \nSANTA’S SECRET\nSanta and his magical team of crafty reindeer make a special stop each year to the Schuster Center to hide a special something in each of the Rike’s Holiday Windows. Can you guess what it is this year? It’s tiny\, often at a child’s eye level\, and has something to do with Dayton! \nIf you’re right\, you’ll be entered to win a special gift certificate from Dayton Live. The winning entry will be notified after the new year begins! \nYou’ll be able to submit your entry when the RIKE’S HOLIDAY WINDOWS open for the season! \n  \nWindows are generally available for viewing Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-6:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. The windows will be closed Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, New Year’s Eve\, and New Year’s Day\, and will not be available for public viewing during private events. \nPresented by Dayton Live
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/rikes-holiday-windows-2/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center\, 1 West Second Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20241107T204120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T204120Z
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SUMMARY:Polar Bear Express
DESCRIPTION:Thru Feb. 28 • Polar Bear Express\nRoutes throughout downtown; call for dates\, times\, and cost.\nBook a ride aboard the abominably decorated Pedal Wagon for a 2-hour pedaling adventure through the festive streets of Dayton and to the best bars and restaurants. Reservations required.  pedalwagon.com/dayton. 388-3006.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/polar-bear-express/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:Downtown Dayton
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20241107T204639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T204701Z
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SUMMARY:Holly Jolly Social: A Holiday Pop-Up Experience
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to celebrate the season at Holly Jolly Social! We’re decking the halls and transforming Two Social into a festive haven with cheerful décor\, seasonal cocktails\, and plenty of holiday spirit. Join us for a cozy and merry time this holiday season! (11/8-1/12)
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/holly-jolly-social-a-holiday-pop-up-experience/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:Two Social\, 123 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20241112T132421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T132421Z
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SUMMARY:The CoSHOP Holiday Shopping
DESCRIPTION:The Contemporary Dayton’s CoSHOP gets a holiday refreshing of new handmade ornaments\, cards\, decor and all sorts of giftables from a selection of local artists and artisans. At the Nov. 21 Preview Party\, enjoy shopping\, browsing the current exhibitions\, and light bites from Gather. 224-3822.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/the-coshop-holiday-shopping/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20241127T142828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T142828Z
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SUMMARY:Ice Skating
DESCRIPTION:Sheltered under the covered pavilion\, the MetroParks Ice Rink sets the scene as a perfect winter wonderland in downtown Dayton. While the rink is open\, you can enjoy delicious treats from the concession area\, including a cup of hot chocolate. Take advantage of fun skating activities\, such as lessons\, themed skating nights and more. Visit metroparks.org/ice-rink to learn more\, find daily open hours\, and see a schedule of events. Admission: $7 daily\, ice skate rental: $3 daily. Season passes available. Ages 3 and under are free with a paying adult. 278-2607.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/ice-skating/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:RiverScape MetroPark\, 237 E Monument Ave\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20241127T143530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T143530Z
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SUMMARY:Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Sale
DESCRIPTION:Nov. 29 & 30 • Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Sale\nWild Whiskers\, 33 S. St. Clair St.; call for times.\nMake sure to get a gift for your furry friends! Stop in for big savings on your\nfavorite pet products! 234-7860.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/black-friday-small-business-saturday-sale/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:Wild Whiskers\, 33 S. St. Clair St.\, Ste. 2\, Dayton\, OH\, 45410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20250117T234231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T234231Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Experiencing Veterans & Artists Collaboration (EVAC) Project
DESCRIPTION:The Sinclair Community College Art Department proudly announces new exhibits featuring works from the Experiencing Veterans & Artists Collaboration (EVAC) Project and contemporary steel sculptures by artist Chris Mohler. \nThe exhibits will be displayed in the Burnell R. Roberts Triangle Gallery and the Works on Paper Gallery from November 8 through December 14\, 2024. The EVAC Project uses storytelling and art to bridge the gap between veterans and civilians. \nThrough the collaboration\, over 60 veterans share their life stories\, which are then interpreted into visual artwork by talented artists. As visitors explore these powerful stories alongside the artwork\, the exhibit fosters empathy and a deeper connection with the experiences of veterans. Chris Mohler’s collection of steel sculptures shares a common theme of personal storytelling. Each piece reflects a chapter of Mohler’s life\, inspired by topics such as current events\, human existence\, science\, politics\, personal joys\, sacrifices\, and social injustices. Mohler\, however\, encourages viewers to derive their own meanings from the works\, allowing for an open-ended exploration of the art. \nA virtual artist talk will take place on Thursday\, November 21\, 2024\, at 12:00 p.m. via Zoom. More details can be found at Sinclair.edu/ArtGalleries. \nThe exhibitions are free and open to the public. \nGallery hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Both galleries are located on the fourth floor of Building 13 at the corner of West Fifth and Perry Streets in downtown Dayton.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-experiencing-veterans-artists-collaboration-evac-project/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:Galleries at Sinclair College\, 444 W. Third St.\, Bldg. 13\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Education,Free Events,Sinclair Community College,Visual Art
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20241119T201819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T201819Z
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SUMMARY:RTA’s Historic Christmas Trolley
DESCRIPTION:Dash away! Dash away! Dash away all—to see the Greater Dayton RTA’s historic Christmas trolley gracing local streets once more in this year’s Dayton Children’s Parade on Friday\, Nov. 29\, 2024\, as well for select special public events throughout the month of December. The 76-year-old trolley – a 1948 Marmon-Herrington TC-48 #559 – is only one of five operable trolleys of its kind in the world today. It is famous for its simulated fireplace\, Santa seat\, and festive holiday scenes gracing the exterior. It last ran on Dayton streets in 1988\, after which it was transferred to San Franciso Municipal Railway in California. It made the 2\,300-mile journey back to Dayton in 2021 after RTA CEO Bob Ruzinsky reacquired it for Daytonians to enjoy once again. After the parade\, the public will be able to see this piece of nostalgia during several public events. During these events\, the trolley will be on display and will offer free rides through downtown Dayton (this historic vehicle is not ADA accessible). Historic information about the trolley will also be presented by local trolley enthusiast Tom Morrow\, and Santa Claus will be making an appearance at each event. All events will take place outside of Wright Stop Plaza at the corner of Main and Third streets. Event dates and times are as follows: Saturday\, Nov. 30 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday\, Dec. 2 from 4-6 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 7 from 4-6 p.m. Monday\, Dec. 9 from 4-6 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday\, Dec. 16 from 4-6 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 21 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday\, Dec. 23 from 4-6 p.m. Visit www.iriderta.org for details
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/rtas-historic-christmas-trolley/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:Wright Stop Plaza\, 4 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20240930T123608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T123608Z
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SUMMARY:Christkindl Market at Front Street
DESCRIPTION:Shop small and local this holiday season! On Small Business Saturday\, bring your friends and family to Front Street’s 5th Annual Christkindl Market! Dress up for FREE selfies with Santa! New this year we invite you to check in on the Ohio State vs Michigan game in the beer tent! The Christkindl Market has it all…Holiday craft beer from our neighbor\, Fifth Street Brewpub. A hot lunch and sweet treats from the food trucks\, activities for all ages\, and indoor shopping from more than 250 artists and artisans! Explore studios\, galleries\, shops\, and boutiques right in the heart of Dayton’s Arts District\, but keep an eye out for the Grinch!! This is a rain or shine event. We are a family and pet friendly community! The Christkindl Market is free to attend. Our campus offers free parking. Visit frontstreet.art for more information
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/christkindl-market-at-front-street/
LOCATION:Front Street Galleries\, 1001 E. Second St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20241107T203845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T203845Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Greenery Crafting
DESCRIPTION:Stop in for a jolly good time with whimsical holiday plant projects\, including terrarium snowmen\, air plant ornaments\, and more! \nThursdays through Sundays\, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. through Dec. 22
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/holiday-greenery-crafting/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:Now and Zen DIY Studio\, 121 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20241127T141355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T141355Z
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SUMMARY:Shop Small\, Win Big with The Real Elf
DESCRIPTION:Shopping small could have a big payoff for some lucky shoppers this year! Join the Downtown Dayton Partnership and The Real Elf from 11 .m. to 4 p.m. on Shop Small Saturday\, November 30\, for your chance to win Downtown Dollars and goodies from your favorite downtown businesses! $2500 worth of items will be given away during the event! Giveaway times and locations include:11:00-11:50 Winans Coffee & Chocolate 12:00-12:50 Val’s Bakery 1:00-1:50 Now and Zen DIY Studio 2:00-2:50 MetroParks Ice Rink at RiverScape MetroPark3:00-4:00pm Mike’s Vintage Toys\nNew this year\, put your holiday trivia knowledge to the test in the Holiday Hop Quiz! Riders could win up to $25 in Downtown Dollars in this holiday trivia challenge happening between giveaways!\nAll are welcome to shop\, have fun\, and snap an elfie! Shoppers 18+ are invited to join the giveaways. . No purchase or payment is necessary to enter and the winner does not need to be present at time of drawing. Only one basket winner per household is allowed\, and participants may only win one of the five available gift baskets. Winners will be announced at each location. If not present\, winners will be contacted by email with more information.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/shop-small-win-big-with-the-real-elf/
LOCATION:Downtown Dayton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20240829T121538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T121538Z
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SUMMARY:John Lauer: Demon Heads
DESCRIPTION:Drawing on fantasy\, queer culture\, and architecture\, Lauer creates demon heads out of paper. Combining digital and manual techniques\, he first models the heads with architectural software\, converts them into patterns which he cuts out of paper with a digital cutter\, then meticulously assembles them by hand. Inspired by natural forms—bones\, leaves\, shells—demons and horned creatures burst forth from more placid human heads merging into structures that are both intertwined and interdependent symbolizing an inner struggle in conflict with the outside world. \nJohn Lauer is an artist and architectural/exhibit designer who lives in a treehouse on the edge of Appalachia. He has a BA in Architecture from Washington University\, St. Louis\, an MFA in Design from Cranbrook Academy of Art\, Bloomfield Hills\, MI\, and an M.Arch from Georgia Institute of Technology\, Atlanta.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/john-lauer-demon-heads/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20240829T121656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T121656Z
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SUMMARY:CURTIS MANN: Precious Blood
DESCRIPTION:CURTIS MANN: Precious Blood\n\n\n\n\nTHE DR. ROBERT L. BRANDT JR. FAMILY GALLERY\nTHE IRA & SUSAN THOMSEN FAMILY GALLERY \n\n\n\n\nSEP 6 – DEC 21\, 2024\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDayton native\, Curtis Mann\, returns home to present an experimental new body of work inspired by reflections on his childhood attending Parochial schools\, his mother’s Catholic funeral services this past May\, and the challenges he faced hiding and then embracing his atheism. Using a mixture of personal family photographs\, found\, and AI-generated images\, Mann has cut and affixed them to shards of glass to create sculptural collages. The work presents us with questions about what a photograph is\, about the precarious space between the image and the object\, and about the larger ideas of absolute faith\, its teachings\, and leaders. The work also serves as a love letter to his mother and his own feelings of mortality. Curated by Jeffrey Cortland Jones. \nMann is a graduate of the University of Dayton\, where he worked under the mentorship of Sean Wilkinson\, whose work is on view in the companion exhibition\, Flora\, also on view. His work has been exhibited widely\, most notably at the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, New York; the Centre Georges Pompidou\, Paris\, France; the Whitney Museum of American Art\, New York; and the Museum of Contemporary Art\, Chicago. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOPENING NIGHT / SEP 6\n\n\n\n\nMembers Preview with the Artist 5-6 pm / Public Reception 6-8 pm \n\n\n\n\nARTIST TALK / NOV 22 / 6:30 pm\n\n\n\n\nCurtis Mann and Sean Wilkinson in Conversation with artist and writer\, Carmen Winant \nDoors open 6 pm / Reception immediately following ‘til 8 pm / FREE & open to all / The Tank at The Dayton Arcade
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/curtis-mann-precious-blood/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241130T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190935
CREATED:20240829T121807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T121807Z
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SUMMARY:SEAN WILKINSON: Flora
DESCRIPTION:SEAN WILKINSON: Flora\n\n\n\n\nTHE MITOSIS GALLERY \n\n\n\n\nSEP 6 – DEC 21\, 2024\n\n\n\n\n\nWilkinson’s ongoing series of photographs\, Flora (2020-2024) are the artist’s response to the exuberant vitality of plants\, their thrusting and thriving\, their boundless energy and raw power\, their elegance and grace\, their constant changing\, and their utter disregard for anything to do with the human world. Photographed over many seasons at Dayton’s Five Rivers MetroParks\, Wilkinson brings attention to change\, the overlooked\, the undisturbed\, and how profoundly meditative life can be. Curated by Jeffrey Cortland Jones. \nWilkinson is a Distinguished Service Professor and Professor Emeritus at the University of Dayton\, where he served as chair of the Department of Visual Arts and as the Graul Endowed Chair in Arts and Languages. He is the recipient of several Ohio Arts Council and Montgomery County Fellowships among many other awards and prizes. His work has been widely exhibited and housed in over twenty-five significant collections. \n\n\n\n\n\nOPENING NIGHT / SEP 6\n\n\n\n\nMembers Preview with the Artist 5-6 pm / Public Reception 6-8 pm \n\n\n\n\nARTIST TALK / NOV 22 / 6:30 pm\n\n\n\n\nCurtis Mann and Sean Wilkinson in Conversation with artist and writer\, Carmen Winant \nDoors open 6 pm / Reception immediately following ‘til 8 pm / FREE & open to all / The Tank at The Dayton Arcade
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/sean-wilkinson-flora/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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