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Thru June 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.
Thru June 23 - Summer Solstice Concert Series
Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St.;
Call for times.
Yellow Cab Tavern is excited to announce its first ever Summer Solstice Concert Series. June 20 features an evening of live band karaoke with The Big Wazu. June 21, Blazing Gentlemen and Chuck Papp present Bee Thousand's 25th Anniversary (a Guided by Voices tribute). June 22, it's an evening with Strings Khan, and on June 23, Arrows of Neon presents a Grateful Dead tribute. Tickets to each show are $7 in advance and $10 at doors.
Thru June 23 -
Dayton Dragons
vs.
Lansing Lugnuts
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 Lansing Lugnuts through June 23. For tickets and more information, visit daytondragons.com or call 228-2287.
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 June 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.
Thru July 31 -
19th Amendment Exhibits
Dayton Metro Library - Main Library,
215 E. Third St.; during open hours.
Women in the United States officially gained the right to vote in 1920, but Ohio ratified the 19th Amendment in June of 1919. That makes this month the 100th anniversary of Ohio’s ratification of women’s right to vote! Dayton Metro Library celebrates this monumental achievement with two fascinating exhibits at the Main Library. See the Suffragists: And They Persisted! Art Quilt Show in the 2nd floor gallery, featuring intricate fabric artworks depicting faces behind the Women's Suffrage Movement. In the Opportunity Space @ Patterson, see 19th Amendment: Towards Equality for All, featuring historical photos, speeches, and other documents from the library's Women's Suffrage Collection. The exhibits are on display during regular library hours and are free and open to the public.
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 20-22 - 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 20, Horse Feathers brings to the stage their juxtaposition of lush string arrangements and stark lyrics. On Friday, come hear the Latin GRAMMY Award-winning, all-female mariachi sensation, Flor de Toloache. Saturday, Matt Beilis combines his singer-songwriter aesthetic with electronic beats and soaring pop hooks. Local artist BJSR opens. For a full schedule and more information, visit levittdayton.org.
June 21 - Add for Alz
Mudlick Tap House, 135 E. Second St.; call for times.
Please join us on June 21st, “The Longest Day,” and consider making a monetary donation to support critical research, local care, and support for the 120,000 that are affected with Alzheimer’s Disease in the Dayton area.
June 21 -
Food Truck Rally
Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St.;
5-10 p.m.
Join us at the Yellow Cab Tavern for food trucks, free live music, local craft brews and tons of fun for the whole family!
Get all of the details about our street food festival at yellowcabfoodtrucks.com. Free entry.
June 21 -
Sweat Social
Table 33, 130 W. Second St.;
7-9
p.m.
We’ll offer an all levels yoga practice led by Tori of Speakeasy Yoga that will be followed by drinks, appetizers, desserts, and time to socialize with the Dayton community! Ticket price includes food and one drink ticket. Space is limited. $30. Buy tickets here. |
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June 21 & 22 - Donnie Baker
Wiley's Comedy Joint, 101 Pine St.;
Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 7:15 & 9:30 p.m.
You hear Donnie every morning on the nationally syndicated radio program "The Bob & Tom Show". Now, you can see him live! He'll tell you stories about all the characters in his life that you have come to love, like his boss Randy, his best friend Scotty Winkler, his ex-girlfriend Angel Skinner, and of course his mom Phyllis. $10. 223-5277.
June 21-25 -
Music & More at
the OE
Oregon Express, 336 E. Fifth St.;
call for times.
Friday, June 21, the OE presents live music from The Leftovers. Saturday, June 22, come hear Driving Force. On Tuesday nights, give your brain a workout with Live Trivia. Call for costs. 223-9205.
June21-27 - Music & More at Blind Bob's
Blind Bob's Tavern, 430 E. Fifth St.;
call for times.
Friday, June 21, Blind Bob's welcomes McGuff & The Dumpster Fires, Kool Aid Kult, and Sunset Junkies. Saturday, June 22, hear music from A Voice of Your Own, Night Beast, Legbone, and Smoke Parade. Sunday, June 23, it's Voice of God, Crewneck, Slut Bomb, and Lectularius. Every Tuesday it's Best. Trivia. Ever. Thursday, June 27, come hear Emory Road, Georgia English, and Ty Nicks. Call for costs.
938-6405.
June 21-27 -
This Week at the DAI
Dayton Art Institute,
456 Belmonte Park North; call for times.
The DAI presents its latest exhibit, Monet and Impressionism, as well as Dorothy Height’s Hats. June 23 & 27, come Draw from the Collection. Saturday, June 22, take your family on an ARTventure. Thursday, June 27, 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.
June 21-27 - This Week at
The Barrel House
The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St.;
call for times.
On Friday, June 21, come eat with Momma'z Boyz at Food Truck Fridays. Saturday, June 22, we're releasing some of the kegs we've been squirreling away since day one at Keg Cellar Purge. Tuesday, June 25, come for a Seventh Son Sampling. June 26 is the next Wu-Tang Wednesday. Every Thursday show off your music, poetry, comedy, or other skills at Open Mic Night, and this week, also enjoy a Wine Tasting. 222-GRWL.
June 22 - Tornado Relief Fundraiser
The Trolley Stop, 530 E. Fifth St.;
call for times.
Join us in our effort to raise money for the uninsured! Some folks effected by the Memorial Day tornadoes did not have insurance for their homes, cars or rentals. We’ll have dollar per pint matches, live auctions all week and raffles. Sponsored by Cavalier Distributing, Fat Heads Brewery, Madtree Brewery, and Jackie O’s. Come have a pint or two or three and help us make a difference.
June 22 - Oregon District Garden Tour
Oregon District, E. Fifth St.;
11 a.m.-2 p.m..
The Oregon Historic District Society will celebrate summer with a tour of eight private gardens nestled among homes dating from the 1800s. The self-guided tour can begin any time from 11 until 2, with tickets and tour maps available on Saturday at the gazebo at Newcom Park. An optional guided history tour will begin at 1 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the historic preservation efforts of Dayton’s oldest historic district. The tour will be held rain or shine. oregondistrict.org
June 22 -
Space Food American IPA & Variant Bottle Taproom Launch
Warped Wing Brewing Company,
26 Wyandot St.; 12-11:30 p.m.
Join us for the official launch of Space Food American IPA and our *NEW* Space Food variant bottles brewed with passion fruit and double dry-hopped with Citra hops on Saturday, June 22nd beginning at noon at the brewery! Variant bottles are SUPER LIMITED & ONLY available at the brewery.
June 22 - Art in Words: Writing About Your Artistic Self
The 48 High Street Gallery,
48 High St.; 612:30-3:30 p.m.
The DSA's writing workshop will focus on the written materials an artist needs in order to excel in the art world. Participants will gain a basic understanding of writing artist statements, descriptions for individual pieces of art, narratives for grant writing, and how to use these materials when proposing an exhibition. We'll then use this knowledge to critique examples of strong and weak written materials before examining our own samples. Register here. 228-4532.
June 22 - Mister C in
Science Is Everywhere
Dayton Metro Library - Main Library,
215 E. Third St.; 2-3 p.m.
Mister C is no stranger to finding exciting and engaging ways to explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) in our every day lives. Get ready for some Hair Raising Science as Mister C makes the ordinary EXTRAordinary. Join Mister C to explore the world one experiment at a time. This action-packed, high-energy presentation will get students thinking and talking about how the universe really works.
June 22 -
Gem City Roller Derby
Triple Header
Dayton Convention Center,
22 E. Fifth St.; 3 p.m.
Join us for hard-hitting roller derby action! The excitement starts at 3pm as we host Blue Ridge (NC) versus royal City from Guelph, Ontario. Then at 5pm, your own Gem City Lavender Haze takes on the Hell Betties from Athens, OH. Finally, cheer on your Gem City Purple Reighn against Royal City! $10 at the door. gemcityrollerderby.com.
June 22 - Bright Nights
RiverScape MetroPark,111 E. Monument Ave.; 6:30-10:30 p.m.
Benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters, Bright Nights is a unique Downtown Dayton outdoor celebration featuring Dayton's top chefs. Enjoy live music, wine, beer and gourmet tastings. Weather Dependent. $125. Email kromano@bbbsmiamivalley.org to register. |
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June 22 - Gospel Superfest
Schuster Performing Arts Center;
Second & Main sts.; 7 p.m.
For the second consecutive year the African Pride Gospel Superfest will be recorded at the Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center in Dayton. As fans have become accustomed to witnessing throughout the years, the production will include a who’s who of urban, inspirational and mainstream performers from across the musical spectrum. The Show will be hosted by Film and TV star Wendy Raquel Robinson who is most noted for her roles as Regina “Piggy” Grier on the hit sitcom “The Steve Harvey Show.” ticketcenterstage.com.
June 22 & 23 - Rail Festival
Carillon Historic Park,
1000 Carillon Blvd.; Sat. 9:30 a.m.-
5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
The two-day rail-themed event features free miniature train rides, model train displays from tiny N-track cars to elaborate G-gauge garden models, historical displays, rail vendors, unique railroad merchandise, the Carillon Park Concert Band, and more. Regular Admission Fees Apply. Free Parking. Carillon Brewing Co. Available All Day. 293-2841.
June 24-28 - Waitress Summer Camp
PNC Arts Annex, corner of Second and Ludlow sts.; call for times.
Work with theatre professionals and WAITRESS company members, when possible, in master classes filled music and dance from this musical! Our work will culminate in an Informance for family and friends on the final day. Participants receive a shirt, lunch each day, and a ticket to the Thursday night performance of WAITRESS at the Schuster Center. $299 per participant. Scholarships are available! For more information contact 461-8520 or natalie.katona@victoriatheatre.com.
June 24-28 - Children’s Peace Day Camp
Dayton International Peace Museum,
208 W. Monument St.; call for times.
The Dayton International Peace Museum will be hosting 12th annual Children’s Peace Day Camp, providing children age 5- 6th grade a way to come together and imagine a world where peace is possible. This year’s theme is “Peace Offerings from the Earth: Sacred Elements/ Sacred Gifts.” Camp fees begin at $50 for the first camper in a household, $35 for the second, and $15 for every child thereafter. For more info call 227-2332.
June 25 -
Bagels & Broadway: Waitress
Schuster Performing Arts Center, Second & Main sts.; 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Ever wonder what it takes to prepare a stage for a Broadway show? Join us for Bagels & Broadway, a unique opportunity for you to find out first-hand. Have a cup of coffee and a bagel--then watch the show's crew and members of IATSE Local 66 set up the sights and sounds for a Broadway show! This event is free, but you must RSVP. 228-3630.
June 25 -
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 25 - Patio Pounders
Lily's Bistro, 329 E. Fifth St.;
5:30-8 p.m.
Come join us on Tuesday as we feature a delightful selection of refreshing summertime wines as our second Patio Pounders of the season! Our experts will be mingling and offering great tips on the best hot weather styles and flavors for your party pleasure. Tastes are just $3 each or $10 for 4 with advanced registration.
June 26 - 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 26 -
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 26 - Street Corner Symphony
PNC Arts Annex, corner of Second and Ludlow sts.; 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
STREET CORNER SYMPHONY is a contemporary a cappella group from Nashville that was founded in 2010 to compete in NBC’s all-vocal competition, “The Sing-Off.” These southern gents quickly won over “Sing-Off” judges Ben Folds (Ben Folds Five), Shawn Stockman (Boyz II Men), and Nicole Scherzinger (The Pussycat Dolls), and - most importantly - millions of NBC primetime viewers after demonstrating their unique, laid-back-yet-dynamic style of a cappella. Get tickets here.
June 26 -
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 27 - Big Band Nights: Dayton Jazz Orchestra
RiverScape MetroPark,111 E. Monument Ave.; 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Come out for Big Band Nights with Dayton Jazz Orchestra! 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. Free. |
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