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Thru June 13 - Exhibit: Historic African American Churches of Southwest Ohio
Third Perk Coffeehouse & Wine Bar,
46 W. Fifth St.; call for times.
Third Perk is hosting this art exhibit produced by The African American Visual Artists Guild. A 24-month calendar depicting each of the churches along with an artist’s statement about themselves and the church is available for a $20 donation. It can be purchased at the venue or via the website at aavag.org. Proceeds from the calendar donations go to support young developing artists along with this and future projects of its kind. 223-7375.
Thru June 15 -
Exhibit: There, There
The Contemporary Dayton,
118 N. Jefferson St.; call for times.
Cast silicone sculpture and delicate paintings of desolate landscapes allude to architecture and displacement. Curated by Curator-in-Residence, Jeffrey Cortland Jones. 228-8414.
Thru June 27 -
Dayton Jewish Film Festival
The Neon, 130 E. Fifth St. and other locations; see site for times.
The Dayton Jewish Film Festival offers outstanding world cinema that promotes awareness, appreciation and pride to the diversity of the Jewish people and to the community at large. Our goal is to educate and entertain through evocative, narrative and documentary films that portray the Jewish experience from historic to current global perspectives. Find movie titles, locations, and showtimes here.
Thru June 29 -
Works by Kathryn Pitstick
& Carol Culbertson
Fifth Third Center, 1 S. Main St.;
M-F 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Kathryn is a printmaker and long time member of Dayton Printmakers Co-op. She works in intaglio, woodcut, linocut, dry point, monoprint, and screenprinting. Her compositions exhibit delicate details, abstraction and sometimes ambiguity. She has exhibited locally, regionally and internationally. Carol will be displaying her art as well. She is a potter, creating whimsical and seasoned utilitarian pieces. She will also be showing her exquisite hand woven scarves.
Thru September 30 -
Music @ Lunch
RiverScape MetroPark,111 E. Monument Ave.; 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m
Take your break along the river! With live music for your week day, RiverScape MetroPark provides the perfect lunchtime destination. Whether it’s meetings, free WiFi, or just a casual lunch break, you’ll enjoy the sights, sounds and fresh air of Dayton’s downtown MetroPark.
Thru March 31 -
Tour de Way
100+ locations along the Great Miami Riverway, including several in downtown Dayton.
Over 100 locations are offering $3,000 in prizes! Tour de Way is a free passport program that lets you explore our region all year long with activities and locations perfect for the adventurer, art lover, aviation enthusiast, beer connoisseur, and everyone else in between. Every location you visit gets you another chance to win amazing prizes like a SmithFly Shoal Tent or an Opus Classico 2 bicycle from Spoken Bicycles. Tour de Way runs from May 4, 2019 to March 2020. Find details here.
June 6-8 - This Week
at Levitt Pavilion Dayton
Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St.;
7 p.m.
Bring your picnic blanket, chairs, food, friends, and family and enjoy FREE live music at Levitt Pavilion Dayton! Thursday, June 6, award-winning singer-songwriter Ruthie Foster takes the stage. On Friday, hear a mix of early Jamaican music with influences from '50s and '60s Rock&Roll from The Slackers. Saturday, hear country/pop music from Canaan Cox. For a full schedule and more information, visit levittdayton.org.
June 7 - SCORE Small Business Counseling
Dayton Metro Library - Main Library,
215 E. Third St.; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
The Dayton Chapter of SCORE, a national network of experienced entrepreneurs and corporate managers, offers free one-on-one counseling sessions for anyone who is considering starting their own business or needs assistance with an existing business. Call 937-496-8631 to schedule an appointment with a SCORE counselor.
June 7 -
First Timer Climber Friday
Urban Krag, 125 Clay St.; 3-11 p.m.
Swing by this restored church and find yourself blown away by the 10,000 square foot indoor rock-climbing center you’ll find inside! Enjoy their First Timers Friday deal and get a day pass, belay certification, shoe and harness rental all for $30. Take your Friday to new heights! 224-5724.
June 7 - Grand Opening at Now & Zen DIY Studio
Now and Zen DIY Studio, 37 S. St. Clair St.; 4-9 p.m.
Drop by and visit during the opening of our new DIY Studio.
A 'zen' space to relax and create your own air plant, succulent, or fern terrarium. During the open-house grand opening event on June's First Friday, enjoy free gift bags with air plants (while supplies last), and take 20% off workshop registration when you book on June 7.
June 7 -
First Friday at Front Street
Front Street Studios, 1000 E Second St.; 5-10 p.m.
Enjoy the ambiance of the cafe lights and warm summer breeze. Relax and let loose with a jazzy performance by The Underdog Jazz Quintet. Grab some Billie Gold Bubble Tea and hop around the many art studios open for visitors.
As always, we have many exhibits across the complex. Some will be showing new work, such as The Orphanage will have Al Harden on exhibit. Dana L. Wiley GALLERY always has a classy show for you, complete with excellent horderves. 229-3204.
June 7 - First Friday Discount Promotion
A+ Cleaners, 105 E. Second St.;
5-8 p.m.
A+ Cleaners will be doing a 10% discount promotion from 5-8 PM this First Friday! Come and pick one of their crafted flowers to win an additional prize. 640-3029.
June 7 - Spire Arts Exhibit Opening
The 48 High Street Gallery,
48 High St.; 6-9 p.m.
Join us for an evening to celebrate our joint Ohio Arts Council Grant with Spire Arts. We’ll be displaying artwork created by their artists for the month of June. Spire Arts is a vocational and therapeutic art program for adults with developmental disabilities in Montgomery County. 228-4532.
June 7 - First Friday Game Night on The Flyer
Downtown Dayton on The Flyer bus route; 6-8 p.m.
The RTA will host a night of trivia with a “Cash Cab” experience where riders can win prizes playing games and answering questions while they ride to or from downtown destinations on The Flyer circulator route. The trivia will include Dayton-themed questions, and this time other fun, quick games will be played between rounds of trivia. The Flyer route can be found at iriderta.org/TheFlyer.
June 7 - Passport to MetroParks
RiverScape MetroPark,111 E. Monument Ave.; 6-10 p.m
Join us for an exciting, family-friendly evening full of music, food and fun activities! Dance with the stage entertainment highlighting the four cultural festivals held at RiverScape and Island MetroParks during the summer: the Celtic, German, African American and Hispanic festivals. Grab a bite to eat from a variety of food trucks and beer from our multi-cultural selection. Free. Weather Dependent.
June 7 - Exhibit: Remembrance
Dutoit Gallery, 1001 E Second St.;
6-9 pm.
Dutoit Gallery will be hosting Remembrance: Recent Works by David Leach. This exhibition is a continuation of a previous Dutoit exhibition, Flora. Stop by and enjoy these new pieces. 752-4353. |
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June 7 - Art Opening
for Kara McCray
Skeleton Dust Records, 133 E. Third St.; 7-9 p.m.
Skeleton Dust will be hosting an art opening for local artist, Kara McCray! Live music will be provided by Paige Beller for your listening pleasure. Come and experience Kara’s colorful and mystical work this First Friday. 221-8528.
June 7 - Maria Bamford
Victoria Theatre,138 N. Main St.;
8 p.m.
Maria Bamford stars in the semi-autobiographical Netflix comedy series “Lady Dynamite,” lauded as “revelatory” by Entertainment Weekly and one of 2016’s must-see shows by Variety and Rolling Stone. Maria is the creator and star of Maria Bamford: the special special special and of the cult hit web series “The Maria Bamford Show,” which screened at the Museum of Art and Design. ticketcenterstage.com.
June 7 - Pure Acoustic V.3
Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St.;
8-11:30 p.m.
Live and without a stereo, Yellow Cab will be hosting their Pure Acoustic V.3 event this First Friday. Listen to music in a completely new way as John Dubuc & the Guilty Pleasures, Whiskey for Kids, Nasty Bingo, and Vivian all play with zero mics or amps - just the power of their own voices. 424-3870.
June 7 -
The Musician's Co-op
Hannah's, 121 N. Ludlow St.; 9 p.m.
The Musician’s Co-op is going down this First Friday with Alyssa Hanson as the host! Stop by for some great sound and great bites. 18+. 640-1335.
June 7 - MOMologues
Black Box Improv, 518 E. Third St;
9 p.m.
Presenting MOMologues. Enjoy the very relatable stories and bring your bottle of wine for a night out with your favorite fellow moms. Tickets are $15. Stay after for a free Improv Jam. Get on stage and take a stab at improv at 11 p.m. 369-0747.
June 7 - Only Noise
Therapy Cafe, 452 E. Third St.; 10 p.m.
Only Noise is hosting a slew of artists including: Rob Niro, Jay Dot Wright, Mantis, Yaboychronic, Jalentyree, Postman, Francois, Dev Vision, and Markie T. Music. 18+. $10 for anyone under 21, otherwise it is free. 461-4000.
June 7 & 8 -
Women of Wiley's
Wiley's Comedy Club, 101 Pine St.;
Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 7:15 & 9:30 p.m.
We're tired of the constant rumors going around that women aren't funny. June 7 & 8 we've decided to prove those silly rumors wrong. Karen Jaffe will host women comedians from all over Ohio. $10. 223-5277.
June 7 & 8 - Mozart & Mahler
Dayton Performing Arts Alliance;
Schuster Performing Arts Center;
Second & Main sts.; 8 p.m.
The practice of presenting works by Mozart and Mahler on one program is a favorite of orchestras the world over. The combination creates pure magic. We will be offering up to 4 free tickets to any First Responder, code word “First." Must show ID Badge from your line of service when picking up tickets at the box office. Also, bring food to donate in our barrels set up in the Wintergarden to the Dayton Food Bank for tornado victims. daytonperformingarts.org.
June 7-13 - This Week at
The Barrel House
The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St.;
call for times.
On Friday, June 7, DJ Cooley will be spinning dope funk at June Funky Friday. Tuesday, June 11, is Rothaus Pils Pint Night. June 12, is the next Wu-Tang Wednesday. Every Thursday show off your music, poetry, comedy, or other skills at Open Mic Night, along with a Moonlight Mead Sampling this Thursday. 222-GRWL.
June 7-13 - Music & More at Blind Bob's
Blind Bob's Tavern, 430 E. Fifth St.;
call for times.
Friday, June 7, Blind Bob's welcomes SKRT, The Molice, The Valentinos, and Tair. Saturday, June 8, celebrate your love of comics, gaming, anime, cosplay, and more at the dance party for charity, Geek Gala III: Geeks in Space. Sunday, June 9, hear music from BJSR, Little Lawnmowers, and California Howdy. Every Tuesday it's Best. Trivia. Ever. Thursday, June 13, hear music from Paige Beller, Johnathan Brown, Isicle, and Kudo. Call for costs.
938-6405.
June 7-13 - Music & More at
The
Dublin Pub
The Dublin Pub,
300 Wayne Ave.;
call for times.
Friday, June 7, join The Pub for Irish First Fridays with The McIans. Saturday, June 8, come hear Nick Mitchell. Monday, June 10, come for Trivia with a Twist. Thursday, June 13, Nick Mitchell performs again. Call for costs. 461-1101.
June 7-13 -
Dayton Dragons
vs.
Fort Wayne Tincaps and West Michigan Whitecaps
Dayton Dragons Professional Baseball; Fifth Third Field, 220 N. Patterson Blvd.;
Sun. 2 p.m., all other days 7 p.m.
Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports - see the Dayton Dragons play baseball at Fifth Third Field! The firebreathers take on the Fort Wayne Tincaps June 7-10 and the West Michigan Whitecaps June 11-13. June 11 is RBI (Recycling Bin Initiative) Night! Learn how to recycle right by tracking two weeks of recycling and get an invite to an exclusive RBI Night at the Dragons game! For tickets and more information, visit daytondragons.com or call 228-2287.
June 7-23 - The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance
Dayton Theatre Guild,
430 Wayne Ave.; call for times.
Journey into the Wild West in the year 1890, in this classic story of good versus evil, law versus the gun, one man versus Liberty Valance. When a young scholar from New York City travels west in search of a new life, he arrives beaten and half-dead on the dusty streets of Twotrees. Rescued from the plains, the town soon becomes his home. A local girl gives him purpose in a broken land, but is it enough to save him from the vicious outlaw who wants him dead? He must make the choice to turn and run or to stand up for what he believes. Buy tickets here.
June 8 - Second Saturday Figure Drawing
The 48 High Street Gallery,
48 High St.; 9:30 a.m.-noon.
Join us for nude figure drawing in the gallery! $5 model fee; Open to individuals at all drawing levels. Bring your own materials including drawing boards. Easels, tables, and chairs are provided.
June 8 - Cardio in the Park
RiverScape MetroPark,111 E. Monument Ave.; 10-11 a.m
Fun and effective workouts under the pavilion are part of Fitness in the Park. Center yourself on yoga days with instructor Tori Reynolds and on Cardio Dance with Fit N Fruitful. Wear comfortable clothes and bring water. Classes vary, so check metroparks.org for the specific class schedule. Weather Dependent.
June 8 - House Music, Munchies, and Martinis
Carmen's Deli , 40 N. Main St.;
9 p.m.-2
a.m
An evening of Chicago style house music, Carmen's Munchies and Specially blended Martinis. Come check out the meditative vibe DJ Scorpius Max turns out and work up an appetite and thirst in the process.
June 8-13 -
This Week at the DAI
Dayton Art Institute,
456 Belmonte Park North; call for times.
The museum will be closed June 3-11 to prepare for Art Ball on June 8. Reopening on June 12, the DAI presents its latest exhibit, Monet and Impressionism, as well as Dorothy Height’s Hats. View The DAI's Story in the Experiencenter. Thursday, June 13, is the next Tiny Thursdays program for children and their parents or caregivers, also, come hear the Skinner Pipe Organ. Suggested admission to the museum is $8 for adults; $5 for seniors and groups; museum members, students (18+), and children/youth 17 and younger are free. Prices for special exhibitions and events vary. 223-5277. |
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June 9 - Dayton Dance Conservatory: Embrace
Victoria Theatre,138 N. Main St.;
1 p.m.
For our 2019 Annual Late Spring Recital, the Dayton Dance Conservatory presents “Embrace.” We are proud to present to our dancers’ family and friends a special performance culminating all of our dancers’ hard work, dedication, and progress over this past dance year. Through art, we present many simple, yet profound, reasons as to the utter importance of embracing the differences of our human family, and hope they may empower and inspire you and all of your friends, family, and loved ones. ticketcenterstage.com.
June 9 - Mahler:
Symphony No. 1
Dayton Performing Arts Alliance;
Schuster Performing Arts Center;
Second & Main sts.; 3 p.m.
The unique Sundae Classics format features musical examples and explanation by DPO Artistic Director Neal Gittleman, with an encore performance of works from the corresponding Masterworks Concert. Directly following is a casual Q&A and an Ice Cream Social with a free scoop of Graeter’s. We will be offering up to 4 free tickets to any First Responder, code word “First." Must show ID Badge from your line of service when picking up tickets at the box office. Also, bring food to donate in our barrels set up in the Wintergarden to the Dayton Food Bank for tornado victims. daytonperformingarts.org.
June 11 - Boot Camp
in the Park
RiverScape MetroPark,111 E. Monument Ave.; 5:30-6:30 p.m
Fun and effective workouts under the pavilion are part of Fitness in the Park. Wear comfortable clothes and bring water. Come enjoy a terrific, free outdoor workout! Classes vary, so check www.metroparks.org for the specific class schedule. Weather Dependent. All ages. Free.
June 11 - Miami Valley High School Theatre Awards Showcase
Schuster Performing Arts Center;
Second & Main sts.; 7:30 p.m.
Here’s your chance to celebrate high school theatre in the Miami Valley and cheer on your favorites! This Tony Awards-inspired showcase at the Schuster Center will honor schools, students, and directors for artistic excellence in high school theatre. Join us for live performances from local high schools and a tribute to the enthusiasm, dedication, and accomplishments of the area’s vibrant high school theatre programs. $10. ticketcenterstage.com.
June 12 - Library Resources for Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
Dayton Metro Library - Main Library,
215 E. Third St.; 10-11 a.m.
The Launch Point collection includes many great books for the business reader. The Library also maintains an excellent assortment of online databases (that you can use in the library, at home or the office) to find competitors, potential customers and more. Join Business Services Librarian Ann Riegle-Crichton as she explains why a DML library card is essential equipment for business success. 463-2665.
June 12 - Downtown
Walking Wednesdays
Courthouse Square, Third & Main sts.; 12:10 p.m.
These fun walks feature a different downtown route each week, taking you past a variety of landmarks and parts of our city while introducing you to other downtown workers who like to walk. Start your walk at Courthouse Square. Walks can be self-guided, so you can start at any time. But, if you’d like to walk with a group, plan to depart at 12:10 p.m. Find a route map and schedule here.
June 12 - Starting Your Nonprofit with Strong Board Governance
Dayton Metro Library - Main Library,
215 E. Third St.; 2-4 p.m.
Ready to start a nonprofit but not sure where to start? Max Kraus, CPA and Anna Helfen, CPA will give a brief overview of the documents and best practices you need to keep in mind from a tax compliance, corporate governance and best practices standpoint. Start your journey on the right foot! Register here. 463-2665.
June 12 -
Troll Pub Trivia
Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse,
216 Wayne Ave.; 7 p.m.
Do you have a bunch of useless knowledge
and absolutely nowhere to put it? Do you love Trivia? Have you checked out our unique and fun format? Join us
every Wednesday
for three rounds of general knowledge trivia,
followed by our extra special fourth audio visual round!
June 12 - Dave Chappelle
Schuster Performing Arts Center;
Second & Main sts.; 8 p.m.
Dave Chappelle is a comedian, actor, and producer who’s brash, clever, in-your-face brand of humor has made him one of the most respected entertainers of his generation. Best known for his groundbreaking television sketch comedy program Chappelle’s Show, Chappelle has since established himself as arguably one of the most popular touring comics on the U.S. circuit - selling out shows within minutes of the announcements. This performance may be sold out - call for availability. ticketcenterstage.com.
June 12 -
AcoustiCoffee Night
Toxic Brew Company, 431 E. Fifth St.;
8-11 p.m.
Every Wednesday, we’ll be tapping multiple coffee infused and flavored beers, including our own and from fantastic guest breweries as some of Dayton’s most talented and melodic strum and sing for your pleasure. Free admission.
June 13 - DBJ’s 2019 Downtown Dayton Summit
Schuster Performing Arts Center;
Second & Main sts.; 7:30-9:30 a.m.
The Dayton Business Journal’s 2019 Downtown Dayton Summit will feature an in-depth look into the city core. The event will include a panel discussion from individuals well versed in downtown Dayton. This includes three prominent development leaders, as well as a city official and a tech start-up executive. Buy tickets here.
June 13 - Big Band Nights
RiverScape MetroPark,111 E. Monument Ave.; 7:30-9:30 p.m
Come out for Big Band Nights at RiverScape MetroPark! This week's band is The Bob Gray Orchestra with vocalist Felita LaRock. Bring a lawn chair and your dancing shoes for a great night of music! Be sure to join the free lesson offered by the Dayton Ballroom Dance Club at intermission. Weather Dependent. All ages. Free.
June 13 - Comic Relief
Wiley's Comedy Club, 101 Pine St.;
4-8 p.m.
Wiley's is opening its doors as a location to drop off food, blankets, pillows, toiletries, pads and tampons, deodorant, toothpaste, pet food... basically anything that will make life feel a little closer to normal for friends and neighbors who have suffered from the tornado. Enjoy some free sodas and snacks. There will be some games and some comedy throughout this time. You are welcome to stick around and enjoy some laughs. You are equally welcome to come in and drop off donations without staying for the comedy. 223-5277.
June 13 -
Dayton Food Truck Battle: EAT vs Greek Street
Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St.;
5-9 p.m.
Dayton Food Truck Battles are gearing up for a new season at the Yellow Cab Tavern with EAT versus Greek Street Food Truck and then returning every Thursday through October. For the 2019 season, the Dayton Food Truck Battles will feature two trucks each week - both representing their selected style (breakfast, vegan, Asian or more) and the truck with the most sales will be declared the victor. 424-3870.
June 13-30 - Lizzie
The Loft Theatre, 126 N. Main St.;
call for times.
“Lizzie Borden took an ax...” And we know what happened next. Or, do we? It’s a powerhouse rock-show retelling of the sensational - and bloody - double murder that shocked New England in the summer of 1892, as told through the fierce performances of four stellar actresses.
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