Featured Events - Dayton MostMetro Calendar

05/31/2012 - Centerville Farmers Market

Thu, 31 May 2012 14:30:00 -0400

The Centerville Farmers Market is brought to you by the City of Centerville and several local vendors, giving Centerville residents the opportunity to buy farm-fresh products from Montgomery and surrounding counties. The Market operates seasonally May-October every Thursday, rain or shine, from 2:3--6:30 pm. Admission and parking are free!

05/31/2012 - 3 course Thursday

Thu, 31 May 2012 17:00:00 -0400

All inclusive three course meals for one set price. Served from 5-9 pm or while supplies last. Thurs, May 31st inspired by France Appetizer: cold cucumber soup Entree: tournedos of beef, sauce bearnaise with fresh asparagus Dessert: fresh fruit tart

05/31/2012 - Special Tapping Thursdays - Great Divide 18th Anniversary Wood Aged Double IPA

Thu, 31 May 2012 18:00:00 -0400

Stop by Lucky's for special beer tappings each Thursday. This week's featured tapping will be 18th Anniversary Wood Aged Double IPA by Great Divide (http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/158/79776/?sort=serv&servT=1&). Call 222-6800 or visit luckystaproom.com for more information.

05/31/2012 - Spungewurthy

Thu, 31 May 2012 18:00:00 -0400

Performing at clubs regularly in Cincinnati/Dayton/Columbus, Spungewurthy cover artists like: Maroon 5, Dave Matthews, Kid Rock, Sublime.........to Kenny Chesney, Big & Rich, Keith Urban, Rascall Flatts........to Snoop Dogg, Fifty Cent, Naughty By Nature, House of Pain, Vanilla Ice.......to Justin Timberlake, George Michael.......to Van Halen, Def Leppard, Bonjovi, Skynyrd, Tom Petty, Cheap Trick. We like to say we have something for everyone and if you haven't heard one ya like so far, stay tuned....WE GOT YA COVERED.

05/31/2012 - Pride Bar Crawl

Thu, 31 May 2012 22:30:00 -0400

Bar Crawl night will be Thursday May 31st starting at the Right Corner at around 10:30pm and traveling to each of the bars in the Gay Quad. Each bar promises some great Drink specials along with great entertainment. Don't miss out on this fun filled night. All 21and up are welcome to attend.

06/01/2012 - Downtown Dayton Partnership Annual Meeting and Greater Downtown Dayton Plan Update

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:30:00 -0400

What's up with the Plan? Lots. Come see what's happening in your downtown. Projects are taking shape and we invite the community to come see the progress being made through the Greater Downtown Dayton Plan. You're invited to the Downtown Dayton Partnership Annual Meeting and Greater Downtown Dayton Plan Update. Downtown enthusiasts and Plan supporters will deliver rapid visual presentations showcasing all the positive news and momentum in your center city. Free parking will be available in the Engineers Club lot and in the Wright State building lot at the corner of Monument and St. Clair. RSVP by Tuesday, May 29, to turner@downtowndayton.org or (937) 224-1518 ext. 221. Spend your evening downtown! At 5 p.m., join us across the street at RiverScape MetroPark Pavilion for the First Friday @ 5 Summer Concert Series featuring live music from This Side Up, free kayaking on the river courtesy of Cox Media Group Ohio and free bike rentals sponsored by AAA. You also can check out First Friday activities throughout downtown until 10 p.m.

06/01/2012 - Greek Buffet

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 16:00:00 -0400

All-you-can-eat buffet this Friday night! Featuring homemade Shawarma, Pastichio, homemade rice pudding, Soups, Baklava,Build Your Own Gyro, and Other Great Dishes.

06/01/2012 - First Friday @ 5 Summer Concert Series: This Side Up

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Returning this summer! - First Friday @ 5 Concert Series Enjoy live local bands at RiverScape before hitting downtown galleries and other First Friday venues! First Friday @ 5 Concert SeriesDowntown Dayton's free monthly art hop is going to rock again this summer. The Downtown Dayton Partnership and Five Rivers MetroParks have teamed to present the First Friday @ 5 summer concert series. Concerts will be held at the RiverScape MetroPark Pavilion from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on First Friday events in June, July and August. The series will feature the following local bands: June 1: This Side Up July 6: Hey There Morgan August 3: Stranger RiverScape's Cafe Velo concession will be open and beer will be sold from 5 to 7 p.m. The concerts will wrap up in plenty of time to head to the galleries and other venues taking part in the First Friday art hop. New this year - free kayak and bike rentals during the concerts! Listen to great live music while paddling on the river with free kayak rentals provided by Cox Media Group Ohio. Or, take advantage of free bike rentals during the concerts, courtesy of AAA Miami Valley. Plus, during the June 1 concert, the Junior League of Dayton will provide free bike helmet fitting and give away free bike helmets for kids! The First Friday @ 5 summer concert series is presented with additional support from Heidelberg Distributing and Clear Channel Dayton Radio. Free. 224-1518.

06/01/2012 - Beer Tasting

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Beer Tastings every Friday from 5-7 pm at Arrow's Centerville store. Taste 5 unique beers each week.

06/01/2012 - Band Geeks!

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 20:00:00 -0400

The Cuyahoga Marching Beavers are 75 trombones short of a Music Man, and there's only one cornet left, but while the band may be close to extinction, its spirit isn't. Band Geeks! is a rousing Glee with instruments, a tribute to the tribulations of the millions who have spent football halftimes pounding out Sousa-like renditions of 'Maria.' If you were ever in a school band, ever knew someone in a school band, even ever heard a school band, you'll recognize the woes and revel in the fun of Band Geeks!

06/01/2012 - An Evening of Folk Art, Conversations and Quotations with Drexel

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 20:00:00 -0400

Join Dayton artist, musician and journalist David Sparks for an exhibition of his works of Urban Folk and Pop art created over the last decade

06/01/2012 - 2012 Dayton Zombie Walk

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 23:00:00 -0400

Begins @ Omega Music Parking Lot in the Oregon District Ends @ Aquarius Nightclub (135 E 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402) This year, by popular demand, the walk will be LONGER. We will begin @ Omega Music and travel through the Oregon District. (11PM DEPARTURE TIME) the, Left (North) on Wayne Ave Left (West) on 3rd St Right (North) on Patterson Through Cooper Park Final Destination will be @ Aquarius Nightclub (135 E 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402) (This is also where the Afterparty will be held, Yes, a 2 floor venue will be necessary to house all of the Zombie Walkers this year) __________________________________________________________________________________ PREPARTY INFO: The Preparty will take place at Aquarius Nightclub (135 E 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402) Come get ZOMBIFIED by our Special FX Makeup team. The Preparty takes place from 8:00PM-10:45PM NO COVER!!! Music provided by DJ Grindhouse Funker Decay & John Chapel __________________________________________________________________________________ AFTERPARTY INFO: The Afterparty will take place at Aquarius Nightclub (135 E 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402) There will be an amazing DJ line-up this year, with 2 levels! Level 1 - House / Techno / Moombahton -Tony DeSaro -Adam S -DJ Trepp +++The FLO-GO Girls will be in the house! Level 2 - Industrial / Dark Alternative / 80s Wave -Matt Freeman -Infidel-icious -DJ Cro The Afterparty takes place from 11:30PM - 3:00AM 18+ $6 @ the door! This year we will also have a HUGE added bonus at the AFTERRPARTY. Basho Apparel will be screen-printing LIMITED EDITION ZOMBIE WALK T-shirts at the Afterhours. Just tell them the size shirt you want, and they will print it right in front of you!!! These will go FAST!!! PLUS a Zombie Raffle which will include...well...ALL THINGS ZOMBIE! __________________________________________________________________________________ AFTERPARTY PRESALE TIX ARE AVAILABLE AT CLASH CONSIGNMENTS. YOU CAN PURCHASE TICKETS DURING THEIR REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS, THUR-SAT NOON-6PM. Clash Consignment Co. is located @ 113 E 3rd St in Downtown Dayton. www.facebook.com/ClashConsignments This is also where you can donate food for the FOOD DRIVE! AFTERPARTY PRESALE TICKETS WILL BE $4 + A CANNED GOOD >>>That is an AMAZING DEAL

06/02/2012 - Rescheduled "Unifying the Divide" Bridge Paint Project

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 08:00:00 -0400

LOCATION: Burns-Jackson Park 410 Buckeye St., Dayton, OH… NOTE: You can Google this address, but do not put it in your GPS. Use the Emerson Academy address: 501 Hickory Street, Dayton, OH JOB DESCRIPTIONS: CALCITE CAVALIERS – Chalk the design on the bridge (individuals with artistic or architectural experience ONLY should sign up for this job) CHORUS OF COLOR – Use the paint-by-number tool to fill in color BRIDGE CREW – Will do a final sweep of the bridge before chalking PAINT CREW – Will help with set-up and clean-up for the Chorus of Color and Lead Liner shifts. Will directly assist the design team, the Dayton Wags. CROWD CONTROL – Will monitor who is allowed on the bridge VOLUNTEER MOTIVATORS – Will assist with activities, registration, and the volunteer food/beverage table CLEAN-UP CREW – self explanatory… Any children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Sign-up below! We will be ordering pizza from Pizza Factory for those who register before the event, so claim your spot! To Sign-up for the Chorus of Color, the Calcite Cavaliers or the Lead Liners follow this link: http://bit.ly/paintjob To Sign-up for the Bridge Crew, Crowd Control, Volunteer Motivators, and Clean-up Crew follow this link: http://bit.ly/nonpaintjob WEATHER In the event of rain we will postpone the project until the following day, June 3rd. Should we be rained out the whole weekend, you will be notified of the new date. PARKING We encourage you to walk if you are a neighbor of South Park or the Oregon District. There is parking available on Buckeye Street in front of the bridge or at Emerson Academy which can be accessed on Hickory St. Please email updaytoncc@gmail.com for a map of the area or visit the Facebook event page. REGISTRATION All volunteers must arrive on time for their shift and you must register to get a wristband! You cannot start to paint, volunteer, or receive food tickets until you have a wristband. THINGS TO BRING - Your water bottle! Take Back the Tap will be there! - Sunscreen - Your paint clothes! Be prepared to get messy. Don’t wear clothes you might like to wear on a date later. (Sorry-have to be Captain Obvious.) - Cash – if you volunteer, you will receive a couple tickets for free food, however food vendors will be selling food all afternoon should you find yourself famished. - Your friends! Email updaytoncc@gmail.com if you have any questions. Thanks and we will see you on the bridge!

06/02/2012 - 2nd Annual OakCreekFest

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 14:00:00 -0400

Carnival Rides, Kids Games, Split the Pot Raffle, Funnel Cakes, Kiddi Food Bake Sale, Popcorn, Corn Dogs, Beer and Coolers, Entertainment & Karaoke, Carnival Games, Bingo!

06/02/2012 - Dancing with the Universe: Masks and Beyond

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 18:00:00 -0400

Margrit P. Tydings-Petrie is an ambassador of “imaginationary” art, and her one-woman mixed media show at the Yellow Springs Arts Council Gallery highlights her unique perspective. With a get-your-hands-dirty, no-nonsense approach to the creative process, Petrie enchants and enlivens! This exhibit celebrates Margrit’s dynamic masks, sculptures, paintings & drawings. This well-seasoned artist has been influenced by various cultures and environments, having traveled extensively and notoriously; her exploits include riding across Canada in a potato chip truck. Margrit focuses on the Earth and its valuable but limited resources, motivating her to work with recycled materials from diverse sources. Petrie’s colorful sculpture, Form Stack, is made from Styrofoam shipping boxes dressed in vibrant paper mache hues. Known for its euphoric faces and attractive shapes, Margrit’s art is captivating. Her love for heart-shaped objects led to her winning the Yellow Springs Village Artisans’ 2012 Best of Valentine’s Theme Show, and her sketches of the female form were a prominent feature of the recent controversial Women’s Voices Out Loud Exhibit. Join us on Friday, May 18 at the YSAC Gallery from 6-9pm for the Opening Reception of Margrit Tydings-Petrie’s Dancing with the Universe: Masks and Beyond. Whimsical refreshments and wine will be provided. The YSAC Gallery will also be open for the community to view this exhibit on May 19 & 26 and June 2. During these Saturdays, the artist will facilitate workshops highlighting paper mache techniques; adult fees are $5 per hour, including all materials, and children are welcome if accompanied by an adult (contact Margrit at 937-767-7039 for reservations). The YSAC Gallery will be open from 9am-5pm on June 9, which is Street Fair in Yellow Springs. YSAC – Your Arts Council Connecting Art, Culture & Community.

06/02/2012 - Dayton Gay Men's Chorus EstrABBAganza

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 20:00:00 -0400

The Dayton Gay Men’s Chorus will present an estrABBAganza concert at the Victoria Theater, don’t miss this one. If you like the music of ABBA you will love this concert.

06/02/2012 - Buckeye Music Magazine's 1 Year Anniversary Celebration

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 21:00:00 -0400

Come and Celebrate with Buckeye Music Magazine as we celebrate our first year of covering the music scene in the beautiful state of Ohio! We have a lot to celebrate and we want to start year 2 off with a party at one of our favorite places for live music, J-Alan's on Ludlow Street in downtown Dayton! *****We have 3 GREAT bands to provide the music for this special event**** ---- Glostik Willy, Killed By Art and SOL ---- * Doors open at 8pm. Show starts at 9p.m. * $5 at the door. * 18+ or with adult Glostik Willy: Glostik Willy is a diverse 3-piece band straight out of Indiana, making a statement on the scene. With Jameson Bradford on guitar, Buddha Aguilar on bass, and Ralf Mowf on drums, this band is unstoppable. This progressive infused funk rock band is sure to make heads turn everywhere they go. Killed By Art: (BMM February 2012 Artist of the Month) Fusing the crunchy edge from metal & hard rock with the groovier side of blues, jam, alternative & other rock styles, Killed By Art creates music to express a broad spectrum of emotions. Original songs are the strength of this group with years of live & studio experience & various writing credits from many different genres. SOL: (Miami Valley Music Fest 'Charity Rocks' Band of the Year) The meaning behind the name is SOUL, or SOLiet (french for Sun), and all things positive. Sol's music is an eclectic mix of many influences—blues, reggae, hiphop, jazz, funk, rock, soul,folk, avant-garde.

06/02/2012 - Annual Pride Parade & Festival

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Annual Pride Parade & Festival June 2nd is the Annual Pride Parade and Festival! The festivities begin at 9am with a hearty breakfast at MJ's Café. Line up for the parade starts at 11am with step-off at noon. The parade will wind through the streets of downtown to join the festival at Courthouse Square. At courthouse square over 35 vendors will be on hand to greet you with wares and information along with some great food and beverages. We have some great entertainment planned for the day featuring some recording artist that you may know: Frozen Feet, Adam Mardel, and (the) fundamentalists. And don't forget our local Royality that will be bringing you a fierce show that is sure to entertain. So come and enjoy all the great festivities of the day. While the Festival winds up around 5:30 the evening is not over! At 8pm the Dayton Gay Men's Chorus will present an estrABBAganza concert at the Victoria Theater, don't miss this one. If you like the music of ABBA you will love this concert. Annual Pride Parade & Festival Food - Vendors - Entertainment for the Whole Family - FREE EVENT Event Details Date: June 2nd Time: Breakfast 9am - Line up 11am - Step Off Noon Location: Cooper Park travels to Courthouse Square

06/03/2012 - Brunch and a Movie

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 10:00:00 -0400

With purchase of either package, you'll receive one ticket to see a movie that day at the Little Art Theatre. (Does not apply to special events.) Be sure to check www.littleart.com or ask your server for that day's show schedule information.Brunch and a Movie$15 per person. Every Sunday. Purchased at the Winds Cafe. Does not include drinks, tax, or gratuity. Seating for brunch continues from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

06/03/2012 - $12 Sunday Brunch

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 10:00:00 -0400

All You Can Eat: Omellete to order Belgian Waffle with various toppings French Toast Breakfast Potatoes Scrambled Eggs Ham Bacon Sausage Patties Sausage Links Various Breads with Butter and Jams Coffee Juices

06/03/2012 - Garden Station Sunday Market

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 11:00:00 -0400

Garden Station is a community garden and art park created entirely by volunteers and donations. The Sunday Market features local urban farmers and artists every Sunday 11am-3pm through mid-October. Tour at noon. Live music 12:30-1:30pm. FREE workshops on a variety of sustainable living topics including gardening, homemade cheese and granola, bike maintenance, homebrewing and more at 1:30-3pm visit www.facebook.com/gardenstation for specific information about the workshop and produce featured each week.

06/03/2012 - Soin Hospital Baby Fair

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 14:00:00 -0400

Tour the new Soin Maternity Department and meet some of the amazing caregivers on our team. FREE BABY FAIR INCLUDES: * Car Seat Safety Checks * Childbirth Class Sign Ups * Meet Soin Doctors * Baby Retailers * Refreshments * Prizes * Fun

06/03/2012 - The Story of My Life

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 15:00:00 -0400

Thomas Weaver, a successful writer, returns to his hometown to perform the eulogy for his childhood friend, Alvin Kelby. He struggles to find the appropriate words, but comes up with nothing but blank pages. With the help of Alvin, who appears from the recesses of his mind, Thomas sorts through story after story of the events that made up their friendship, searching for his role in his friend's untimely death. We follow the lifelong friendship between the two men, an inspiring story told mostly in song. Adults $18.00, Seniors $15.00 and Students $10.00. 278-5993. www.daytontheatreguild.org.

06/04/2012 - Doggy Day Out

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 10:00:00 -0400

Did you know that Ritter's Frozen Custard in Ohio hosts a Doggy Day Out the first Monday of every month? Head over to Ritter's Frozen Custard on the first Monday of the month and they will give every dog a free scoop of vanilla custard and a doggy biscuit. There is always a HUGE turnout for this event, just please be sure that your dog is on a leash! So get your pups and go get some custard for everyone! (This event is year round.)

06/04/2012 - Garden Station Night

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Drop in at Blind Bob's every first Monday evening of the month and grab a bite or a drink and a portion of the receipts will go to support Garden Station!

06/04/2012 - Prime Rib Monday

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Enjoy a 10oz Prime Rib dinner with 2 sides for just $11.95 every Monday night!

06/04/2012 - Monday Night Shakespeare

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 19:00:00 -0400

'But with the word the time will bring on summer . . .' ~ All's Well That Ends Well, IV:4 Come join Free Shakespeare! for Monday Night Shakespeare. The first Monday of every month we read Shakespeare in public for the love of it. All are invited to join the reading. On Monday, June 4, at DVAC's gallery on Jefferson Street in Dayton, we'll bring the tale (and the life) of Henry VI to a close with part 3--the longest soliloquy in Shakespeare (you can share if it falls to you!), more onstage battles than any other play in the canon (think of the sound effects!), and Richard III's rise (or, um, stoop) to power! Bring lots of friends, something to drink, and a snack to share if you're so inclined. We'll have Free Shakespeare! t-shirts for sale and all the news about this summer's touring show, The Merchant of Venice. ================== Free Shakespeare! is a professional, not-for-profit theatre company devoted to presenting complimentary performances of the works of William Shakespeare. We strive to make these works accessible to a contemporary society and deepen the understanding of our linguistic and cultural origins. We are committed to projects either penned by Shakespeare or inspired by his work. We provide educational opportunities for the community at large, young and old.

06/04/2012 - Michael Bolton

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 19:30:00 -0400

Michael Bolton, the multiple Grammy Award-winning Singer, Songwriter and Social Activist, who has sold more than 53 million albums and singles worldwide, is currently on a 115 city world tour spanning several continents, all while working on a myriad of genre- and stylespanning projects including work in film, television and musicals. Bolton remains committed to humanitarian causes ? advocating for at-risk women and children for over 20 years through the Michael Bolton Charities as well as other social and political organizations. Known for his soulful voice and poignant lyrics, his timeless style, charm and good looks have also earned him a spot in several ?People Magazine?s Sexiest Man? issues, including this year?s ?Sexiest Man in his 50?s!? Bolton credits his fans with being ?the best in the world? and loves nothing more than bringing his timeless hits and classic brand to thrilled fans globally.

06/05/2012 - The Square Is Where... Tim Jennens and Hal Melia - blues duo

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 11:30:00 -0400

Noontime weekday entertainment in the heart of downtown Dayton is back by popular demand. The Downtown Dayton Partnership and Montgomery County present The Square Is Where... , featuring free live entertainment on downtown's Courthouse Square. A variety of performers will take the stage around the noontime lunch hour on most Tuesdays through Fridays during the summer months (May 11 through September 14). Entertainment will include bands, dancers, Zumba exercise instruction, acoustic musicians, and more. Every Monday will be 'Game Day' on the Square. We provide cornhole, chess and checkers - you bring the friendly competition! Food vendors also will set up on Courthouse Square each weekday, allowing downtown workers and others to grab lunch and take in the live entertainment while enjoying the outdoors downtown. A calendar of scheduled entertainment can be found at www.downtowndayton.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=250. Check back often, as the schedule will be updated throughout the summer. If you are interested in performing on the Square this summer or would like more information about The Square Is Where..., contact Anna Beyerle by email, or at 224-1518, ext. 235. The Square Is Where you should be on your lunch hour this summer! Free.

06/05/2012 - A Taste at the Crossroads

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Vote for your favorites: Best Appetizer Soup or Salad Entrée, Desserts Best Overall All you can eat! From over 25 area restaurants and caterers with a Beer Garden and Live Music.

Featured Events - Dayton MostMetro Calendar

05/31/2012 - Centerville Farmers Market

05/31/2012 - 3 course Thursday

05/31/2012 - Special Tapping Thursdays - Great Divide 18th Anniversary Wood Aged Double IPA

05/31/2012 - Spungewurthy

05/31/2012 - Pride Bar Crawl

06/01/2012 - Downtown Dayton Partnership Annual Meeting and Greater Downtown Dayton Plan Update

06/01/2012 - Greek Buffet

06/01/2012 - First Friday @ 5 Summer Concert Series: This Side Up

06/01/2012 - Beer Tasting

06/01/2012 - Band Geeks!

06/01/2012 - An Evening of Folk Art, Conversations and Quotations with Drexel

06/01/2012 - 2012 Dayton Zombie Walk

06/02/2012 - Rescheduled &quot;Unifying the Divide&quot; Bridge Paint Project

06/02/2012 - 2nd Annual OakCreekFest

06/02/2012 - Dancing with the Universe: Masks and Beyond

06/02/2012 - Dayton Gay Men's Chorus EstrABBAganza

06/02/2012 - Buckeye Music Magazine's 1 Year Anniversary Celebration

06/02/2012 - Annual Pride Parade & Festival

06/03/2012 - Brunch and a Movie

06/03/2012 - $12 Sunday Brunch

06/03/2012 - Garden Station Sunday Market

06/03/2012 - Soin Hospital Baby Fair

06/03/2012 - The Story of My Life

06/04/2012 - Doggy Day Out

06/04/2012 - Garden Station Night

06/04/2012 - Prime Rib Monday

06/04/2012 - Monday Night Shakespeare

06/04/2012 - Michael Bolton

06/05/2012 - The Square Is Where... Tim Jennens and Hal Melia - blues duo

06/05/2012 - A Taste at the Crossroads

06/02/2012 - Rescheduled "Unifying the Divide" Bridge Paint Project