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Exploring Cooking with Venison
2025-10-19 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Detroit) | Spring Valley Education Center, 3570 Houston Rd., Waynesville, OH, 45068, United States
Join the Ohio Division of Wildlife to learn how to cook (and taste) venison game-day recipes!
This class will be held on Sunday, October 19th at the Spring Valley Education Center from 12:00pm till 2:00pm. Our instructors will cover the basics of cooking venison and share venison recipes perfect for any game day party.
This class is free, but registration is required to accommodate accordingly.The Spring Valley Education Center is located at 3570 Houston Rd. Waynesville, OH 45068.
Reach out to Jordan Johnson at 614-204-5856 or Jordan.Johnson@dnr.ohio.gov if you have any dietary restrictions or general questions

Fairborn Halloween Festival
2025-10-19 12:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Fairborn, Fairborn, OH, United States
One of the largest Halloween Festivals in Downtown Fairborn. Numerous food and craft vendors, Spooktacular Parade and Costume Contest, beer garden, live music, trick or treat at the vendor booths on Sunday, and much more.
Come join in the fun for the 3 day Halloween Festival. Over 80 food and craft vendors, carnival rides, beer garden, musical entertainment, etc. Trick or treat at the vendors on Sunday Oct 19 at 2:00om. Event is free to the public.

Hanks Celebration of Life
2025-10-19 14:00 - 18:00 | Hank’s Local, 2529 Patterson Rd, Kettering, OH, United States
We will be honoring the founder of Hanks Pub, Francis Duff (also known as Hank), who passed away in September 2025 at the age of 94.
48 years ago she opened Hanks and we would like to pay tribute to her life and times.
All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society.

Hound Hike
2025-10-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Bill Yeck Park, 2230 E Centerville Station Rd, Centerville, OH, 45459, United States
Did you know just 20 minutes of exploring novel scents has the same enrichment benefits as an hour-long walk for dogs? Let’s get those noses going!

Fall Festival
2025-10-19 16:00 - 18:30 | Community Golf Club, 2917 Berkley Street, Dayton, OH, 45409, United States
Come out to Community Golf Club for a fun night of fall festivities. We will have food, games, music and a trunk or treat with a golf twist. The trunk or treat will start at 5:30pm. Fresh Off The Hook food truck will be on site for all of your food and beverage needs. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Just bring your fall spirit and be prepared to have a good time.

Gem City Ride
2025-10-19 17:00 - 20:30 | Base Camp Outdoors Co, 420 E. 1st St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join Gem City Ride on October 19th, 5pm at Base Camp Outdoors for their first Miami Valley bike ride!
Accessories, bike safety checks, and other services will be available before send off. Loaner bikes are available on a first come first serve basis – contact us to reserve.
Enjoy a social hour before the ride including discussion of future rides, bike maintenance and rehabilitation, and other community building opportunities.
The ride will be a peaceful 4 mile out and back to the beautiful scenic Wegerzyn Gardens (~8 mile round trip).
Come with your water and snacks, leave with new friends and a place in an encouraging community. What a great way to start checking the Miami Valley and other nearby trails off your list!

Free Comedy Improv Workshop
2025-10-23 19:00, 2025-10-26 13:00 - 15:00 | FilmDayton 2nd Floor Dayton Mall, 2700 Miamisburg Centerville Rd,, Dayton, OH, 45459, United States
Film Dayton member and Dayton native Paul Stelzer, who co-founded The Hashtag Comedy Company in Columbus, will lead these workshops. Paul has performed improv comedy since 2012. For the past 10 years, Paul has taught “Introduction to Improv” classes.

He’ll be leading two FREE improv comedy workshops this week in Dayton. If you’ve ever wanted to try improv comedy, this is YOUR chance! It’s all happening at the FilmDayton offices located inside the Dayton Mall. Here are the two dates/times:

* Thursday, October 23rd — 7:00pm
* Sunday, October 26th — 1:00pm

If you or someone you know has always wanted to try comedy, this is a great opportunity to learn the basics of improv comedy and have a lot of FUN doing so! This will be a safe, supportive, encouraging environment where we learn and laugh a lot!

Paul shares, “Since I took my first class in 2012, improv comedy has been the most wonderful gift to me. As a founding member of The Hashtag Comedy Company in Columbus, it’s always a thrill to perform improv for a live audience. And sharing my love of improv with the beautiful people who take the classes and workshops I teach is the most rewarding thing I’ve ever done in my professional life. “

Learning improv comedy is a wonderful way to:

* Increase your confidence in social situations.
* Improve your presentation and public speaking skills.
* Stretch your comfort zone by trying something NEW and exciting!
* Make new friends.
* HAVE FUN!

He’d love to see YOU at one of the workshops scheduled on Thursday (7:00pm) or Sunday (1:00pm). Each of these two workshops will cover the same material and will run approximately 75 minutes. The Facebook Event link is posted in the Comments section below. Please pick a date and RSVP by email pauljstelzer@gmail.com. We’re gonna have a lot of FUN! But it won’t be the same with YOU. “

Trick or Treat Through Cross Pointe Centre
2025-10-24 - 2025-10-25
Friday, October 24thHours vary by store

Trick or Treat through Cross Pointe CentreFREE Event for all!

Don’t forget a Treat Bag or Bucket
Costumes EncouragedChildren must be accompanied by an adult

*10 a.m. Storytime at Brock Masterson’s CateringFree full size candy bar and free book from 10-2
*A&R Workshop Craft and Treat Noon-7 p.m.*Dayton Humane & Co: 11-6*Great Clips: Noon-4*I-Code: 1-4:30*Jem Designs: 10-4*Learning Express: 10-8*Michael’s Salon & Spa: 10-6*My Favorite Muffin:*Pella Windows: 10-4 Coloring & Scavenger Hunt*Sophisticated Shades: 10-5*The Manga Kingdom 4-7 p.m.*Zig Zag Gallery: 11-6*Zoom Room: 4-8 p.m.

Huber's Happy Haunted Trail
2025-10-24 17:30 - 20:00, 2025-10-25 17:30 - 20:00 | Herbert C. Huber Community Park, 5401 Chambersburg Rd, Huber Heigts, OH, 45424, United States
Join Huber Heights’ Parks & Recreation Department for its newest Halloween Tradition: Huber’s Happy Haunted Trail. Walk the trail at Community Park (5409 Chambersburg Rd) for a family-friendly experience! Start with the Monster Mouth tent to collect your first special treat, past the forest of inflatables, find your way through the caution tape maze, take a break playing Halloween mini games, and don’t forget to stop for a photo! Plus much more!
Bring a bag to collect all the treats (no tricks here) and a flashlight!
Event is free and open to the public! Donations are appreciated.
Friday & Saturday, October 24-25, 2025 from 5:30-8pm
Questions? Call Huber Heights Parks & Recreation 937-237-5858 or visit http://www.hhoh.recdesk.com

Cars and Coffee
2025-10-25 08:00 - 11:00 | Austin Landing, 10050 Innovation Drive, Miamisburg, OH, 45342, United States
Join SW Ohio’s most passionate car enthusiasts with this nationally recognized gathering. As the largest Cars and Coffee gathering in the state of Ohio, we welcome them to our beautiful development, restaurants, and hotels to experience what Austin Landing has to offer. The gathering is open to everyone. No matter your taste, there is something for everyone. From exotics to classics and vintage iron to tuned cars. Come and eat before or after the show

Wag O Ween
2025-10-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Kettering Recreation Complex, 2900 Glengarry Drive, Kettering, OH, 45420-1225, United States
Happy Hoooowwwlll-o-ween! Join us for a fun-filled time complete with trick-or-treating for doggies on the Walk and Wag course, photo booth ops, adoptable pet introductions and a pet costume contest. Event is held outdoors at the Kettering Recreation Complex, weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, event will be held indoors.
No registration is required to bring your furry friends to enjoy the activities and cheer on your favorite costume, but participation in the costume contest requires pre-registration by Wednesday, Oct. 22. To register for the Costume Contest, please visit our website.

Trunk or Treat
2025-10-25 13:00 - 15:00 | We Care Arts, 3035 Wilmington Pike, Kettering, OH, 45429, United States
Join us for an exciting and family-friendly event at We Care Arts’ Trunk or Treat! Whether you choose to decorate your trunk and hand out goodies or dress up in your favorite costume to collect treats from creatively themed trunks, there’s fun for everyone. Don’t miss out on this delightful experience!

Dayton Fall Harvest Festival
2025-10-25 14:00 - 18:00 | Kettering Field, 444 N Bend Blvd, Dayton, OH, 45404, United States
Free family fun at the 2025 Dayton Fall Harvest Festival
Dayton’s family-friendly Fall Harvest event returns Saturday, Oct. 25 at Kettering Field Complex, 444 N. Bend Blad., Dayton, OH 45404
Join an afternoon of family fun at the Fall Harvest Festival, hosted by the City of Dayton Dept. of Recreation. The annual event returns Saturday, Oct. 25, from 2 to 6 p.m., rain or shine.
Enjoy a pumpkin patch, DJ-selected tunes, a kids’ activities area, a hayride, and more. Food trucks will sell their seasonal best, and don’t forget to bring a trick-or-treat bag.
A costume contest for kids age 12 and under begins at 4 p.m, so dress to impress.
Admission and parking are free.

The Greene - Trick or Treat & Fall Fest
2025-10-26 12:00 - 16:00 | The Greene Town Center, Courtyard 4452 Buckeye Lane, Beavercreek, OH, 45440
Trick or Treat at The Greene is back! 👻 Dress up the little ones and head to The Greene for Trick or Treat!
Join us Sunday, October 26th from 12:00–4:00 PM for an afternoon packed with shopping and spooky fun. Explore our Fall Vendor Fest in Center Court featuring custom t-shirts, apparel, home décor, crafts, permanent jewelry, and more from local makers. Then from 2:00–4:00 PM, little ghouls and goblins can trick-or-treat at participating stores!

Motown Sounds of Touch
2025-10-26 19:00 | Sinclair Community College: Centerville Regional Center, 5800 Clyo Road, Centerville, OH, 45459, United States
The City of Centerville and Centerville Arts Commission are thrilled to announce the new Centerville Sunday Series presented by Cincinnati Children’s and St. Leonard. This new offering brings top-notch entertainment to the Sinclair Centerville Theater with shows scheduled from September 2025 through May 2026.
All concerts begin at 7:00 p.m. Seating is limited to 1,600 guests. Tickets guarantee entry only until 6:40 p.m. on the evening of each concert. After this time, all tickets become void, and seating will be available on a first-come, first-served general admission basis. Concessions will be available for purchase at every performance.

Grailfest III - Presented by Grailtones Music Co. & Jon Q Public
2025-10-30 18:00 | Hidden Gem Music Club, 507 Miamisburg-Centerville Road, Washington Township, OH, 45459, United States
10/30 DAYTON OH FREE ALL AGES PUNK INDIE & ALT ROCK FESTIVAL: DAY 1 Hidden Gem @ 6PM
2025 Grailfest III – Presented by Grailtones Music Co. & Jon Q Public
Bands in order of appearance:The Sawed OffsBlack SpotJon Q PublicThe Jericho HarlotElectrified Melons
Halloween themed event. Dress up and come get some!

Monster Mash
2025-10-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Weider Park, 150 E. Central Ave, West Carrollton, OH, 45449, United States
Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fall fun at West Carrollton’s annual Monster Mash! This free family-friendly event is back and better than ever, with new surprises, exciting activities, and all your favorite traditions. Dress up in your best costume and join us for an unforgettable evening full of treats, tunes, and tons of Halloween fun. We can’t wait to see you there!

Special thanks to Family Church, West Carrollton Nazarene Church, and Brunner’s for their generous help and donations.
Date: Thursday, October 30th
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Weidner Park, 150 E. Central Ave, West Carrollton, Ohio
What to Expect:
Games, candy, and photo ops
Pumpkin patch (sponsored by Brunner’s) – grab one while supplies last!
Kids costume contest (ages infant-12 years old)
Hayride rides through a festive fall route
Fresh popcorn and lots of family-friendly fun!
Entertainment & Attractions:
Live music from Dayton Mobile DJ
Special appearance by the Slimer Jeep
Food Trucks On-Site:
El Meson
Wheel Fresh Pizza
Fresh Off the Hook

Verses from the Shadows
2025-10-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Dayton Arcade- The Tank, 35 West 4th Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us for Verses from the Shadows- a spook-tacular evening of poetry, performance, and community in The Tank at the Dayton Arcade. Hosted by City of Dayton Poet Laureate Sierra Leone, the program will feature performances by acclaimed local poets Furaha Henry-Jones, Aimee Noel, and Link Schrieber, along with open mic opportunities for anyone who wishes to share their own spoken word or poetry throughout the night.

Admission is free!!

Meditation Monday: A Journey into Gratitude
2025-11-03 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Meditation Monday: A Journey into Gratitude, Mondays in November, 3-4 pm, Main Library, Opportunity Center: The Heartfulness Meditation Center of Beavercreek presents a calming, guided meditation experience focused on gratitude. Each session is designed to help participants relax, recharge, and support well-being. (Adults)

Free Yoga | Arcade Arts & Wellness
2025-11-05 17:30 - 18:30 | Dayton Arcade, 28 W. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
The 2025 Arcade Arts & Wellness Series is a rejuvenating journey with a variety of local yoga instructors amidst the timeless charm of this iconic landmark. Come and join us for these exciting events!
☮️Traditional Yoga with Karen McGinnis of Wellness 2 Go | The Arcade’s Rotunda, 35 W. Fourth St.
Wednesday, September 3 – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday, October 1 – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday, November 5 – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
This series is free and open to all, but participating in yoga may require Eventbrite pre-registration and on-site waivers.
Doors open 15 minutes before the start of each class for registered participants. Equipment will not be provided. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise or wellness program.
Series Presented by: The Contemporary Dayton, Friends of the Dayton Arcade, and The Hub Powered by PNC Bank

Wright Library to Host Author Gilbert King
2025-11-07 17:00 - 18:30 | Wright Memorial Public Library, 1776 Far Hills Ave, Oakwood, OH, 45419, United States
Wright Memorial Public Library is pleased to present a special evening of conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Gilbert King on Friday, November 7 at 5:00 p.m. to kick off the 2025 Dayton Literary Peace Prize weekend. Wright Library’s Community Room seating capacity is 80, so please arrive early to ensure your seat. The program will also be livestreamed through Zoom, with a link available at wrightlibrary.org.
Known for his narrative nonfiction exploring issues of civil rights and injustice, King was a 2013 runner-up for the Dayton Literary Peace Prize for his New York Times bestseller, Devil in the Grove, which also garnered the Pulitzer Prize for general nonfiction.
The Dayton Literary Peace Prize, inaugurated in 2006, is the first and only annual U.S. literary award recognizing the power of the written word to promote peace. “Gilbert King’s work embodies the spirit of the Dayton Literary Peace Prize. We are honored to host him for what is certain to be an insightful conversation,” said Wright Library Director Kristi Hale.
His latest book, Bone Valley: A True Story of Injustice and Redemption in the Heart of Florida, was published in October 2025. Bone Valley is the result of King’s multi-year investigation into the story of Leo Schofield of Lakeland, Fla., who was convicted of his wife’s murder in 1988 after a flawed investigation and inadequate defense – despite maintaining his innocence. Schofield served over 30 years and was declared innocent, and released, in 2024. King also produces and hosts a multi-part narrative podcast, also called Bone Valley, about the case, which is currently in its third season.
King has written about race, civil rights, and the death penalty for the New York Times, the Washington Post, and The Atlantic, and he was a 2019-2020 fellow at the Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Writers and Scholars at the New York Public Library. King’s earlier books include The Execution of Willie Francis (2008), and Beneath a Ruthless Sun (2018). He lives in Brooklyn.
The November 7th author talk at Wright Library is made possible with support from the Wright Memorial Library Foundation and the Dayton Literary Peace Prize Foundation.

First Friday Art Hop
2025-11-07 17:00 - 21:00 | Front Street Studios, 1000 E. 2nd Street, Dayton, OH, United States
Experience the Heart of Dayton’s Art Scene
Explore 150+ artists, studios, vintage vendors, food trucks, and more at Front Street’s First Friday Hart Hop and Saturday open studios

Holiday Arts & Craft Show
2025-11-08 09:00 - 16:00 | Kettering Recreation Complex, 2900 Glengarry Drive, Kettering, OH, 45420-1225, United States
Shop from over 100 local vendors showcasing handcrafted specialty items, baked goods, treats and more throughout the Lathrem Senior Center and the Kettering Recreation Complex.
All vendor spaces for the 2025 Holiday Arts & Craft Show are now full. For more information, please visit our website.

St Peter Christmas Bazaar
2025-11-08 09:00 - 2025-11-09 16:00
Join us at Huber Heights’ biggest craft vendor event, the St Peter Christmas Bazaar. Featuring over 100 craft and vendor booths, delicious foods like homemade cabbage rolls, soups, and baked goods, our massive Treasures of Christmas Past rummage sale, bourbon and wine raffles, fabulous themed basket raffles, a 50/50 raffle, and more! Come for the crafts, stay for the cabbage rolls!
Saturday November 8 from 9-4, and Sunday November 9 from 9:30-2. St Peter Catholic Church is located at 6161 Chambersburg Rd, Huber Heights Ohio.

Sugarplum Festival of Trees
2025-11-08 10:00 - 19:00 | Life Connection, 2800 Donation Cir, Kettering, OH, United States
Kick off the holiday season with us and support Dayton Children’s Hospital!
Sugarplum Festival of Trees – Holiday Extravaganza Open House – Santa, Trees, Kids Activities and more!
FREE event open to the public, come any time!
Visit and photo with Santa for FREE!
Online Tree and Decor Auction – Take the hassle out of holiday decorating while you shop for a cause and support our $1M for mental health pledge!

Saturday Art Hop at Art Encounters
2025-11-08 11:00 - 16:00 | OH, United States
Join us at Art Encounters for an afternoon of art! Come shop and browse the latest artwork created by talented, local artists in an artsy atmosphere!
Art Hops are always free and family friendly, leashed pets welcome!
Located at Front Street, 1001 E 2nd St., Dayton OH. Building 100, Door A, First gallery on the right.

Height Width Depth Exhibition Reception
2025-11-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Rosewood Arts Centre, 2655 Olson Drive, Kettering, OH, 45420, United States
The 19th Annual HWD Juried Sculpture Exhibition is on display in the Kettering Health Art Gallery at Rosewood Arts Center! HWD (Height x Width x Depth) is a juried exhibition for sculpture artists in Ohio and surrounding states and is the area’s only gallery exhibition devoted exclusively to sculpture. This year 53 artists submitted 141 pieces from which the juror, Justin Teilhet, chose 30 artworks representing 23 artists.
The exhibition will be on view from Monday, September 29 to Saturday, November 8, 2025. A closing reception will be held on November 8 from 1 to 3 p.m. Stop in anytime during our open hours to view the show! Our galleries are always free and open to the public.
