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2018 Winners: Buckeye Vodka Battle of the Bartenders

2018 Winners: Buckeye Vodka Battle of the Bartenders

Eighteen teams came to WIN the title of Champion at the MVRA's 5th Buckeye Vodka Battle of the Bartenders.

So What Happens When You Boil Snow?

So What Happens When You Boil Snow?

There is so much fun to have in the winter! Have you had a chance to get out and play in the snow? (DO NOT try this at home!)

Going Green: Boonshoft Museum Super Science Saturday

Going Green: Boonshoft Museum Super Science Saturday

On March 17, the Boonshoft Museum is presenting another Super Science Saturday, our quarterly free admission day. The theme is Going Green; we'll be learning about our environment.

Amazing Winter Weather Water Cycle Fun

Amazing Winter Weather Water Cycle Fun

Learn about the amazing process of the water cycle on, in, and above the Earth.

Broadway shows coming to Dayton for 2018-2019

Broadway shows coming to Dayton for 2018-2019

Add School of Rock and Les Mis to the list of Broadway musicals coming to Dayton as part of the 2018-2019 Premier Health Broadway Series.

Take the Hershey Bar Challenge, Just don't tell my dentist!

Take the Hershey Bar Challenge, Just don't tell my dentist!

Mister C found himself with a few more chocolate bars than friends to share with in this video. With 8 bars of chocolate and only 5 friends to share, what should he do?

Above the Fold: A Cut Above

Above the Fold: A Cut Above

Unfold the fun and beauty of DAI's latest groundbreaking exhibit as the first of its kind to visit North America.

Let the power of science BLOW you away!

Let the power of science BLOW you away!

Follow along with Mister C on the video below to create your own "vortex cannon" to explore air movement.

Goose-bumping solos and scenic delights

Goose-bumping solos and scenic delights

The Sound of Music is filled with beautiful songs with catchy tunes, adorable children and heart-warming love stories…

Hair Raising Science at TechFest 2018

Hair Raising Science at TechFest 2018

Super cool science experiments that kids will love with Mister C!

DIY Elephant Toothpaste by Mister C

DIY Elephant Toothpaste by Mister C

Even though we call it elephant toothpaste, you don't have to have a pet elephant to enjoy this simple experiment!

Behind the scenes: The Sound of Music is coming to Dayton

Behind the scenes: The Sound of Music is coming to Dayton

The iconic musical, The Sound of Music will be at the Schuster Center February 13 – 18.

2018 Call For Artists to Participate in ArtFest

2018 Call For Artists to Participate in ArtFest

Artists, Vendors, & Organizations ~ May 31, 2018 is the application deadline to participate in the 3rd Annual ArtFest Miami Valley on September 16, 2018.

Warm Up A Winter's Night with Sex With Strangers

Warm Up A Winter's Night with Sex With Strangers

Things are heating up at the Loft Theatre in HRTC's latest production, though Sex With Strangers is about more than just sex.

Dayton Metro Library Celebrates Black History Month

Dayton Metro Library Celebrates Black History Month

DML has signed on to a statement by the Urban Libraries Council detailing its commitment to achieving racial and social equity by contributing to a more just society.

Three 2018 Governor's Awards for the Arts Land in Dayton

Three 2018 Governor's Awards for the Arts Land in Dayton

The Dayton area is very fortunate to have outstanding arts programs, artists, and generous patrons, three of them Governor's Award for the Arts winners in 2018.

Boonshoft Museum's Explorers! Exhibit Celebrates 125th Anniversary

Boonshoft Museum's Explorers! Exhibit Celebrates 125th Anniversary

Explorers! is an exhilarating new in-house exhibition at the Boonshoft Museum marking their special 125th anniversary.

Start 2018 with Purpose on New Year's Eve

Start 2018 with Purpose on New Year's Eve

Start the New Year with intention! Enjoy New Year's Eve with activities including vision board crafts, Purpose Spark, yoga, music and more. Light food and refreshments provided.

Levitt Pavilion Dayton Construction to Begin

Levitt Pavilion Dayton Construction to Begin

A Dayton based firm has been selected as general contractor for the Levitt Pavilion Dayton project.

$38K in Grants Awarded to Montgomery County Artists

$38K in Grants Awarded to Montgomery County Artists

Culture Works and the Montgomery County Arts & Cultural District Award $38K in Grants to Local Artists

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