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Thru August 30 - Exhibit: Abstracts: Old & New
Fifth Third Center lobby, 1 S. Main St.; during building open hours.
Fifth/Third Center is presenting abstract paintings by Yellow Springs artist Christine Klinger in their Lobby Gallery; additional artwork can be seen on the second floor, Christine's style is intuitive and expressionistic and her themes deal with issues of the natural world and, specifically, water and our vital connection with it. For more information and purchases, visit www.klingerart.com. Free and open to the public.
Thru September 1 -
The Book of Mormon
Schuster Performing Arts Center, Second & Main sts.; call for times.
This outrageous musical comedy follows the misadventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. Now with standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an international sensation.
Thru September 6 -
Exhibit: Exposition through Art - Historic African American Churches of Southwest Ohio
Dayton Metro Library - Main Library,
215 E. Third St.; call for times.
AAVAG’s Exposition Through Art - Historic African American Churches of Southwest Ohio Art Exhibit will be available at Dayton Main Library, 2nd Floor Art Gallery. The 26 churches honored in the exhibit were chosen for their 75-plus years in existence ministering to their congregations, serving the communities in which they reside, and being civil rights advocates in their cities. 17 AAVAG member artists and invited artists, creating in a wide variety of medium, contributed their creative talents to celebrate the accomplishments and longevity of these churches. 463-2665.
Thru September 18 - Exhibit: Scott Gibbs: Insights
K12 Gallery for Young People & TEJAS, 341 S. Jefferson St.; call for hours.
K12 is pleased to present the exhibition and introduction to the developmental formula from master artist, Scott Gibbs. Scott Gibbs: Insights is the culmination that brings together over 400 works- spanning the start of his creative practice in the early 1980s to the present. For nearly four decades, Scott Gibbs has continuously sought new ways to create diversified experimental form through variant mediums. 461-5149.
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. |
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August 29-31 - This Week
at Levitt Pavilion Dayton
Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St.;
8 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. all other days.
Bring your picnic blanket, chairs, food, friends, and family and enjoy FREE live music at Levitt Pavilion Dayton! Thursday, August 29, Jah Soul bring their funky combination of styles to the pavailion. On Friday, come hear Making Movies. Saturday, it's Tonya Baker. For a full schedule and more information, visit levittdayton.org.
August 30 -
Drawing Together Dayton:
A Tattoo Pop-Up Parlor
Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St.;
3-11 p.m.
As we as a community process the horrific events of this summer, we invite you to Drawing Dayton Together – a Tattoo Pop-Up Parlor. There will be live music all day and tattoo artists onsite to help remember and look forward to brighter days ahead. Entry is free and $50 Dayton tattoos will be given with all of the proceeds going to benefit The Dayton Foundation.
August 30 & 31 -
Paint Parties
Picture Perfect Paint Parties,
123 N. Ludlow St.; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Come paint the town with us! And have a great time! Painting, Sipping and Karaoke if you’d like. See our website for more details at: pictureperfectpaintparties.com. Call for costs.
August 30 & 31 -
Wiley's Comedy Showcase
Wiley's Comedy Joint, 101 Pine St.;
8 p.m.
Welcome to the Labor Day weekend Showcase Showdown! Two nights of killer comedy by some of Dayton's favorites. Friday, August 30 and Saturday, August 31. 8pm showtimes. $10 in advance, $15 at the door. 223-5277.
August 30-September 4 - This Week at
The Barrel House
The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St.;
call for times.
August 30, stop by The Barrel House for Food Truck Friday with The Poutine Machine, along with an Interstate Pastry Fight Tapping. On Saturday, enjoy a Bell's Double Two Hearted Tapping and food from The Beerded Pig. September 4 is the next Wu-Tang Wednesday. 222-GRWL.
August 30-September 4 -
Music & More at
the OE
Oregon Express, 336 E. Fifth St.;
call for times.
Friday, August 30, the OE presents live music from Frozen Feet. Saturday, August 31, Michael Locke and The Repeat Offenders take the stage. On Tuesday nights, give your brain a workout with Live Trivia. Wednesday, September 4, play Live Music Bingo. Call for costs. 223-9205.
August 30-September 5 -
This Week at the DAI
Dayton Art Institute,
456 Belmonte Park North; call for times.
The DAI presents its latest exhibits, Monet and Impressionism, and Our Century: Dayton Area Collects. Thursday, September 5, it's the next Tiny Thursdays programming. Museum general admission is $15 for adults; $10 for seniors (60+), active military, and groups (10 or more); $5 for college students (18+ with ID) & youth (ages 7-17); free for children (ages 6 & younger) and museum members. Prices include admission to all special exhibitions, focus exhibitions and the museum's collection galleries. Some programs and events may carry an additional charge. 223-5277. |
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August 30-September 5 -
Music & More at Blind Bob's
Blind Bob's Tavern, 430 E. Fifth St.;
call for times.
Friday, August 30, Bob's celebrates its 11th anniversary with Speaking Suns, SKRT, This Pine Box, and No Balance. Saturday, the celebration continues with Maharaja, Black Sire, and Eye Circles. Thursday, September 5, come hear Navel. Call for costs.
938-6405.
August 30-September 5 - Music & More at
The
Dublin Pub
The Dublin Pub,
300 Wayne Ave.;
call for times.
Fridday, August 30, join The Pub for music from Lost Celts. On Saturday, it's Driving Force. Thursday, Septebmer 5, Nick Mitchell performs. Call for costs. 461-1101.
August 31 -
Sound Valley Summer Music Festival
Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St.;
4 p.m.
Celebrating its second annual event, the Yellow Cab Tavern is excited to host two stages of great local music at the Sound Valley Summer Music Festival. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the gate with a portion of the proceeds going to benefit SICSA Pet Adoption Center and The Dayton Foundation. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 on the day of.
August 31-September 2-
Dayton Dragons
vs.
West Michigan Whitecaps
Dayton Dragons Professional Baseball; Fifth Third Field, 220 N. Patterson Blvd.;
Saturday, 7 p.m., Sun. & Mon. 2 p.m.
Don't miss the final home games of the 2019 season! Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports - see the Dayton Dragons play baseball at Fifth Third Field! For tickets and more information, visit daytondragons.com or call 228-2287.
September 1 -
Brunch!
A Food Truck Rally
& Dayton Market
Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St.;
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
All truck fees for the month will be going toward The Dayton Foundation and we’ll also be hosting a special Dayton Market with free spaces for vendors selling for the Dayton Foundation or by passing along their fees as a donation. Free entry. As with all brunch rallies, the trucks will be providing everything you love at brunch including biscuits and gravy, waffles, eggs many different ways, breakfast meats, lunch options and much more all done with their unique twist! The Yellow Cab will be offering the cornerstone of a any good brunch, Coffee, Bloody Marys, and Mimosa (and craft brews)!
September 4 - 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.
September 4 & 5 -
Distillery Tours
Belle of Dayton, 122 Van Buren St.;
6 p.m.
Distillery tours are an extraordinary way to learn about craft distillation and spirits. The whole experience will give you the chance to see where our spirits are made and includes a sampling of our spirits - all made onsite! Book a tour here. |
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