Things to do in Dayton | Restaurants, Theatre, Music and More
Immerse yourself in this sensory experience of authentic Italian cuisine
paired with the cinema-inspired wines from Francis Ford Coppola.
Much like a classic film, this four-course dinner unfolds with
anticipation, revealing layers of chef-cra‑ed flavors and thoughtful
wine pairings sure to leave you captivated.
Soul Express will be back at Zinks to get your weekend started right with the golden 1960s and ’70s hits of artists like the Temptations, the Four Tops, Martha and the Vandellas and Sly and the Family Stone! It’s always a party at Zinks! See you there!
With the absence of their elected representative, concerned citizens of Ohio’s 10th Congressional District gathered on Thursday evening for a grassroots “People’s Town Hall” at Sinclair Community College in Dayton. Organized to address pressing local and national issues, the event offered a platform for residents to voice their concerns directly, despite Congressman Mike Turner’s decision not to attend.
Rose Lounsbury emceed the People’s Town Hall. Photo by Libby Ballengee
An empty chair on stage symbolized the Congressman’s absence, underscoring what many attendees described as a lack of accessibility and accountability to constituents.
Speakers at the event covered a wide range of issues currently affecting District 10 residents, including the impact of recent state and federal policy changes on immigration, Social Security, Medicaid, veterans’ benefits, and layoffs of government workers.
“This town hall is about people standing up for each other, especially when our leaders won’t show up to hear us,” said one local attendee. “These are life-or-death issues for many in our community. We deserve to be heard.”
Speakers from The People’s Town Hall. Photo by Libby Ballengee
The town hall drew attendees from across the district, including retirees, veterans, public workers, and families concerned about the direction of policy decisions that directly affect their lives. Several speakers called for more transparent and responsive representation in Congress, and urged community members to stay engaged and active.
While Congressman Turner declined the invitation to attend, organizers say the event marks only the beginning of ongoing efforts to bring constituent voices to the forefront.
The People’s Town Hall was coordinated by a coalition of grassroots advocates committed to elevating civic engagement and local accountability, including Melissa Rodriquez, Leslie Merry, Kim Senft-Paras, Rose Lounsbury, and Laurel Kerr.
Attendees were encouraged to follow up with action items, including checking their voter registration status, signing the local petition against Ohio House Bill SB1, and contacting their representatives about their concerns.
Laura Sanders is a Columbus-based artist who also maintains a studio in New York City. Sanders’ lush figural paintings often feature women outdoors and deal with themes of survival, of both people and the environment. Another theme evident in this mid-career survey is the passage of time, as depicted in the portraits of her model, her daughter Elena, from a young girl to an adult woman.
Opening Reception: May 16, 2025; 6-8 pm
A stunning 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob (1746cc Milwaukee-Eight Engine, 15,600 miles) has been donated to Breast Wishes for a special raffle! This bike has had just one owner, and she’s thrilled to support our mission—helping bring joy to those living with breast cancer.
She hopes this raffle gives someone the chance to ride a Harley who might not otherwise be able to afford one.
Raffle Details: Tickets: Buy online: $50 each or 3 for $125
Only 200 tickets will be sold—incredible odds!
They must sell at least 100 tickets or all purchases will be refunded by 6/21 Sales close: 6/14
Winner drawn live at the 16th Annual Chrome Divas Ride on June 14th Don’t miss your chance to ride away for a cause!
Saturday, June 14, 2025
This ride starts and ends at the Union VFW Post 5434. Registration starts at 10am and kickstands up at noon.
Breast Wishes Foundation was started to honor the memory of Kelli James, who lost her battle to breast cancer at the age of 40. We granted our first wish in 2017 and now average about 100 wishes per year. Each wish is $1,500 and we rely on the generosity of our community to make these wishes come true!
Five Rivers MetroParks invites the community to celebrate National Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 16, during its annual Bike to Work Day Pancake Breakfast at RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave.
From 7 to 9 a.m., hundreds of cycling enthusiasts will gather to enjoy a free, flying pancake breakfast, coffee, live music, cycling-related exhibitors, a photobooth and more during this celebration of human-powered transportation.
The past three decades have written a story packed full of surreal experiences, epic moments, groundbreaking involvement and huge accomplishments. The String Cheese Incident has been recognized for their commitment to musical creativity and integrity, for their community spirit, philanthropic endeavors, and for their innovative approach to the business of music.
When The String Cheese Incident’s growth first started gaining momentum in the 1990s, as the Internet was just beginning to take hold and the major-label business model was failing, the band decided to make music on their own terms.
Since then, The String Cheese Incident has gone on to carve out a completely unique approach to the business of music; they are truly pioneers of a new way of “making a band.” With the Internet as their tool, SCI was among the first artists to disseminate information online, such as tour dates, release information, and other news, to their growing fan base. Rather than doing business on such terms as “the bottom line,” SCI put their music and their fans first, opening companies of their own, including a ticketing company, a merchandise company and a fan travel agency, to best serve their community. The band’s record label, SCI Fidelity Records, has always operated under the same ideals. Even early on, SCI Fidelity embraced downloadable music and file sharing, delivering SCI’s “On The Road” series, where every show the band plays is made available for download on the Internet. Whether they realized it at the time or not, The String Cheese Incident was inventing grassroots band development. Today, literally hundreds of bands are using some version of this same approach to build their brand.
The initiative brings strangers with different political beliefs together for a conversation — not to debate politics — but to simply get to know each other as people. WYSO and StoryCorps are inviting the southwest Ohio community to join the nearly 6,000 people in 50 U.S. states who have participated in a One Small Step conversation.
In collaboration with StoryCorps and other community organizations throughout southwest Ohio, we invite you to meet someone new—a fellow resident with different perspectives from you, who you might never talk to otherwise—for a meaningful 50-minute conversation.
WYSO is one of just four stations selected nationally to host One Small Step in 2025.
With participant permission, these conversations will be preserved for future generations at the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress.
We’re teaming up with civic organizations, churches, and other community groups and leaders to spread the word and connect southwest Ohio residents from all backgrounds who are ready to take One Small Step. Do you want to get your group or organization involved in the effort? Contact Ryann Beaschler for more details.
We’ll be matching participants and hosting recorded conversations throughout 2025.
Matching Partners & Preparing:
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How WYSO Works with These Recordings:
The wildly successful Rose Music Center at The Heights is celebrating its 10 year anniversary with a stellar 2025 season featuring some of the biggest names in entertainment (see full list of 2025 concerts announced to date below). Located just north of Dayton in beautiful Huber Heights, Ohio, The Stuart & Mimi Rose Music Center at The Heights is a 4,200-seat, fully covered outdoor amphitheatre located in The Heights development of Huber Heights, Ohio.
The Stuart & Mimi Rose Music Center at The Heights is owned by The City of Huber Heights and managed by MEMI (Music and Event Management, Inc.) The Heights is a destination for retail, dining and entertainment conveniently located off of I-70. Construction of the Music Center began in 2013 and was completed in 2015.
More than 430 artists have performed at the venue to date (2015-2024) including Billy Strings, Brandi Carlile, Chicago, Earth, Wind & Fire, Goo Goo Dolls, Hank Williams, Jr., Diana Ross, John Legend, Lainey Wilson, Santana, Shawn Mendes, Sugarland, The Doobie Brothers, Train, Willie Nelson, Lynyrd Skynyrd and many, many more. Rose Music Center has hosted 298 Concerts, 61of which were SOLD OUT! Since opening its doors Rose Music Center has welcomed more than900,000 fans!
“The Rose is a special venue because there’s nothing like it in the region and it draws concert goers from all over the country to our city to see the incredible acts year after year,” said Huber Heights Mayor, Jeff Gore. “The Rose has also been a tremendous economic growth engine for Huber Heights as it is the center of our emerging entertainment district. The Rose generates a buzz of excitement that businesses and individuals want to be around and be part of. Our residents are proud that Huber Heights is the home of The Rose and attend the venue every opportunity they have to do so. It offers a great night out to enjoy with friends and family.
The relationship that we have also established with Stuart and Mimi Rose is vital to our success,” Gore continued. “MEMI has fostered that relationship and friendship into what it has become today. The name Rose and Huber Heights are synonymous to music, fun and entertainment. It’s impossible to express our gratitude to Rose’s foundation but there isn’t a person around who doesn’t understand how respected they are and what they mean to us as a city.”
“For 10 years The Stuart & Mimi Rose Music Center has been more than a stage – it’s been a home for artists, a place where crowds become family, and the heart of Huber Heights,” saidMEMI Director of Marketing, Lane Kolkmeyer. “MEMI is grateful to Stuart & Mimi Rose and The City of Huber Heights for their decade of partnership. To every concertgoer – whether you’ve been with us since opening night or just discovered our stage last week – we’re here because of your passion, energy, and support. We couldn’t have done it without you, and we wouldn’t want to. We look forward to the next 10 years of community, unforgettable memories, and the beats that bring us together.”
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In celebration of the 10th Anniversary the venue has created special merchandise to commemorate the occasion, including the following items:
Where to purchase 10th Anniversary Merchandise: items will be sold at the venue this summer. The T-Shirts are also available to purchase online HERE.
10th Anniversary 2025 Concerts at The Stuart & Mimi Rose Music Center at The Heights:
May 18 – The String Cheese Incident w/ The Wood Brothers
May 24 – Brit Floyd – Wish You Were Here 50th Anniversary Tour (1st show)
June 10 – Taj Mahal & Keb’ Mo’ w/ Abraham Alexander
June 13 – Chase Rice w/ Drake White
June 14 – Buddy Guy w/ Eric Gales
June 15 – Lynyrd Skynyrd
June 19 – David Foster & Chris Botti feat. Katharine McPhee
June 20 – The Wiggles
June 23 – Rick Springfield w/ John Waite, Wang Chung, & Paul Young
June 27 – The Fab Four – Ultimate Beatles Tribute
July 2 – Greensky Bluegrass
July 3 – Kansas & 38 Special
July 6 – Chicago
July 12 – Blues Traveler & Gin Blossoms w/ Spin Doctors
July 16 – Leftover Salmon & The Infamous Stringdusters w/ Kitchen Dwellers
July 19 – Let’s Sing Taylor – Taylor Swift Tribute
July 20 – +Live+ & Collective Soul w/ Our Lady Peace & Greylin James Rue
July 25 – Straight No Chaser w/ O-Town
July 26 – Bachman-Turner Overdrive & The Marshall Tucker Band w/ Jefferson Starship
August 2 – April Wine & Molly Hatchet w/ Sweet
August 3 – Air Supply
August 5 – Toad The Wet Sprocket w/ Semisonic & Sixpence None The Richer
August 6 – The Black Crowes
August 7 – The Temptations & The Four Tops
August 8 – America
August 9 – Dark Star Orchestra – Grateful Dead Tribute
August 16 – Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder + The Oak Ridge Boys
August 17 – Brit Floyd – Wish You Were Here 50th Anniversary Tour (2nd show)
August 18 – Rob Thomas w/ A Great Big World
September 6 – Bonnie Raitt w/ Jimmie Vaughan & The Tilt-A-Whirl Band
September 21 – X & Los Lobos
MORE SHOWS TO BE ANNOUNCED!
Get tickets at Ticketmaster.com, RoseMusicCenter.com and the Rose Music Center Box Office.
Join Sarah Sears for restorative Yin Yoga in our Energy Enhancement System at 7-8:30 pm. Our system detoxes you at the cellular level using scalar energy and re-energizes the cells for optimal natural healing. Sarah’s class is $25. An optional extra hour in the EES is available from 5:45-6:45 for $25. Text or email Sarah to register at 937-414-9158 or [email protected]. Venmo @reconnectandrise.
The newest offering from Pringles is a collaboration with Miller Lite. The limited-edition Pringles x Miller Lite crisps capture two classic summer grilling favorites in a single bite. Plus, no one has to worry about the grill’s fiery flames.
Mauricio Jenkins, US Head of Marketing for Pringles said, “At Pringles, we’re dedicated to bringing new, unexpected flavors that both surprise and satisfy our fans’ cravings to the market, no matter the occasion. That’s why we came together with the brewing geniuses at Miller Lite to bring our two iconic brands together. These crisps marry the best flavors of summer into one delicious bite that we can’t wait for fans to experience. We hope the new flavors kick off grilling season on a deliciously crispy note.”
The two limited edition Pringles and Miller Lite flavors are: Pringles x Miller Lite Beer Can Chicken and Pringles x Miller Lite Grilled Beer Brat. Both options capture classic summer grilling food with that crisp, light lager flavor.
The Beer Can Chicken has notes of garlic and onion combined with the roasted chicken and lager flavors. Those savory notes make these crisps work well with some cheese or sour cream crisps for pairing. Additionally, it would make for a great crust on a chicken tender.
The Grilled Beer Brat option is a little spicier. The black pepper comes through with a sweet caramelized onion and a hint of spice. For people who love texture, adding a few of these crisps as a topping for a grilled brat would be delicious. It would enhance the juicy brat in a delightful way.
The new Pringles and Miller Lite offerings will be available at your favorite store this May.
Beginning Wednesday, April 16 and continuing every Wednesday thereafter, talented local classical guitarist, performer, and educator, Danny Voris, will perform from 5-8pm at Whisperz Speakeasy. Join us for an evening of original compositions, classical guitar sensations, small plates, cocktails and more! Don’t forget to check our website for the secret password – you’ll need it to enter! www.thedrinkerys.com
Experience an unforgettable evening at Wholly Ground, featuring an incredible lineup of special guest vocalists: Brenda Brookshire, Sandra Rutledge, and Audrey Whitaker Wright!
Join us for a swingin’ vocal set, followed by an open Jazz Jam session welcoming musicians of all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a budding jazz enthusiast, bring your instrument and join the fun!
Our talented rhythm section includes Noah Ramirez on drums, Connor Smith on bass, and Moses Mabarek on keys, all led by our host and vocalist, Kelli Campbell!
Funny, light, uplifting, and uniquely American,The Unsinkable Molly Brown has charmed audiences on both Broadway and in film adaptations. The musical’s success is attributed to its irresistible characters, entertaining storyline, and Meredith Willson’s dynamic score, reminiscent of the beloved The Music Man. The Unsinkable Molly Brown is a lively and engaging musical that tells the captivating rags-to-riches love story of Molly and Leadville Johnny Brown. Set against the backdrop of the early twentieth century in Colorado, the musical explores themes of love, romance, social classes, and the resilience of the human spirit.
Known as “the Olympics of beer,” the World Beer Cup is the most prestigious beer competition in the world, held annually in conjunction with the Craft Brewers Conference® & BrewExpo America®. The Brewers Association recognized 349 winners during the 2025 World Beer Cup awards ceremony on May 1, 2025.
Kettering’s own Eudora Brewing Company came home with a silver medal in the Brown Porter Category for their Mother Fuggle Ale.
With an ABV of 6% and an IBU rating of 28 Eudora describes this brew as rich an dchocolatey, with notes of dark caramel, coffee and roasted nutts. Mother Fuggle uses 100% English Fuggle hope and is a hybrid of the traditional English style brown ale and the more modern American style brown ale.
Eudora Brewing Company
4:00pm-10:00pm Tuesday-Thursday
4:00pm-10:00pm Friday
12:00pm-10:00pm Saturday
12:00pm-8:00pm Sunday
*Happy Hour: $1 Off Beers, Weekdays 4-6pm
Music Bingo: Tuesdays from 7-9pm
Live Trivia: Every Wednesday at 7pm
