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Broadway shows coming to Dayton for 2020-2021
Anastasia, The Lion King and Superstar are among the Broadway musicals coming to Dayton as part of the 2020-2021 Premier Health Broadway Series.
Five Rivers MetroParks to launch post-tornado reforestation initiative
Five Rivers MetroParks launches post-tornado reforestation and respite initiative, Healing Nature.
Grammy-Nominated Children's Performer at the Main Library
GRAMMY nominee Zak Morgan's unique brand of children's music delivers songs and poems with wit and charm that inspire and tickle the funny bones of children and adults alike.
MetroParks offers special hours for ice skating
MetroParks Ice Rink features Friday music nights, special hours and more.
Panera Bread and Humane Society team up to help homeless pets
Panera Bread and the Humane Society of Greater Dayton are teaming up to help homeless animals in the Miami Valley.
The Tart With Heart Coat Drive
St. Anne the Tart is partnering with Bogg Ministries by collecting kids coats of all sizes and rounding up bill totals to keep Dayton area kids warm this winter.
Have you discovered an Esther Price Golden Ticket?
Step aside Willy Wonka, Esther Price is on a mission to make the dreams of chocolate lovers in the Miami Valley come true this holiday season.
SpongeBob: The Musical now through this weekend at The Schuster
Audiences can take in all the sights and sounds of SpongeBob: The Musical at the Schuster Center, November 19-24.
Fire Department Open Houses this weekend for Fire Prevention Week
Several Fire Departments around Dayton are holding open houses this weekend in honor of the 2019 Fire Prevention Week. #FirePreventionWeek
The magic of glass with JLM Glass Studio
Local glassblower Josh Merritt hopes to build a self-sustaining studio where community members can experience the magic of glass art. See Josh at ArtFest on September 15.
The therapy of public art with The Mural Machine
Tiffany Clark, owner of The Mural Machine is passionate about positively impacting the city of Dayton through the therapy of public art. See Tiffany at ArtFest on September 15.
Customized escape rooms for fundraising with Doom's Rooms
Co-creators of Doom's Rooms, Jen Doom and Holly Underwood, create customized escape rooms for fundraising, team building and fun. See them at ArtFest on September 15.
60 is the New 40 in Dayton
Looking for Inspirational Seniors to Appear on Greater Dayton 60 Strong Calendar: Proceeds benefit Oregon District tragedy fund.
Teen Programs at the Library: Dating Violence & Prescription Drug Misuse
Two programs coming up at several branches of the Dayton Metro Library tackle tough topics many teens face: dating violence and prescription drug misuse.
Food Network Stars Win 'Best Dish' at BaconFest
Where can you get bacon on EVERYTHING? Bacon Fest at Fraze Pavilion of course. I went, saw, tasted, and voted. Here are the results.
Dayton Brewery Alliance Release #daytonstrong IPA to Help Tornado Victims
The Dayton Brewery Alliance is continuing their relief efforts by collaborating on a beer called #daytonstrong IPA.
Local Players Win National Title
Congratulations to the Cincy Flames, champions of the Cooperstown Dream Park Experience!
Lisa's Top 6 Tastes for Summer Restaurant Week 2019
Sneak Peek tickets are a great value and the chance to sample items in advance makes deciding where to go during restaurant week easier. My top 6 are below.
Dayton is crazy about mini-golf
Miniature golf, crazy golf, putt-putt golf... whatever you call them, these bizarre little mini-golf courses are lots of fun, and there's SIX around Dayton to swing by.
The Mall at Fairfield Commons Salutes Military Neighbors
The All-American Summer events series will be a summer-long tribute to 29,000 active duty military and civilian employees at neighboring Wright Patterson Air Force Base.
