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Grant Helps Bridge Digital Divide For Students

July 29, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

Thousands of Greater Dayton students lack the devices or Internet connectivity to engage productively in remote learning experiences, according to Learn to Earn Dayton. To reduce the digital inequity that has been intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic, The Dayton Foundation recently awarded a $70,000 discretionary grant aimed at assisting Learn to Earn Dayton in buying Chromebooks for schools in Dayton and Montgomery County’s high-poverty school districts.

“In order for students to be successful in today’s connected environment, they need the devices to do their schoolwork remotely,” said Barbra Stonerock, vice president of Community Engagement for The Dayton Foundation. “We see this award as an investment in the future of our community’s students and leveling the opportunities for low-income families.”

The Foundation’s grant joins with grants from Mathile Family Foundation, The Frank M. Tait Foundation, The Charles D. Berry Foundation, The Berry Family Foundation, Louise Kramer Foundation and the COVID-19 Response Fund for Greater Dayton established by The Dayton Foundation and United Way of the Greater Dayton Area. Total commitments exceed $300,000.

Together, these regional philanthropic partners will help address the first of a three-phase connectivity plan. In the first phase, Learn to Earn Dayton will provide and distribute approximately 900 devices to targeted schools in Dayton, Jefferson, Northridge and Trotwood Madison school districts. Phases two and three of the plan focus on the mid- and long-term larger strategy around access to connectivity, quality remote learning experiences, maintenance of devices and more.

According to Thomas Lasley, PhD, chief executive officer of Learn to Earn Dayton, one out of four students in high-poverty households access remote learning as little as once a week or less. By contrast, 83 percent of students in families with incomes of $100,000 or more are engaged in remote experiences every day.

“Remote learning is the new normal in education, and the divide in schools between who has access and who doesn’t is getting worse,” Lasley said. “If we’re going to be able to solve the challenges of remote learning associated with COVID-19, then access to connectivity, quality remote educational opportunities and devices must be addressed. Thanks to this grant from The Dayton Foundation, support from other philanthropic institutions and resources aligned with regional and statewide organizations, we can do just that.”

While Learn to Earn Dayton and the Montgomery County Educational Service Center (MCESC) will purchase and distribute the Chromebooks, the Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission, the City of Dayton, Montgomery County and other stakeholders will be investigating the best options for connectivity and developing a plan for increasing hot spots and/or Internet connections. MCESC also is a key strategic partner in both facilitating student connectivity and addressing the instructional needs of teachers.

Filed Under: Community, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Dayton Foundation, Learn to Earn

Dayton Foundations COVID-19 Respone Fund Awards First Grants

March 24, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

The Dayton Foundation and United Way of the Greater Dayton Area (UWGDA) announced today the first grant distributions from the COVID-19 Response Fund for Greater Dayton. A grants distribution committee composed of representatives from The Dayton Foundation, UWGDA and initial funders approved grants totaling $70,500 to five local not-for-profit organizations. These funds will aid them in providing emergency, basic human services to individuals and families throughout Greater Dayton.

These grants include:

Senior Resource Connection ($30,000) to assist in purchasing 8,000 frozen, home-delivered meals for senior citizens.

Hannah’s Treasure Chest ($15,000) to assist in providing care packages of essential items for children in need.

Health Partners Free Clinic ($15,000) to aid in meeting the needs of an influx of patients needing supplies and medications.

Dayton Right to Life ($6,000) to help fulfill an increased need for diapers and infant formula.

Victory Project ($4,500) to help in providing weekly care packages of food and cleaning supplies to families in need.

“The COVID-19 Response Fund for Greater Dayton is an excellent start to what will be ongoing efforts to remedy the impact of COVID-19 on our community,” – quote J. Thomas Maultsby, president and CEO of the United Way of the Greater Dayton Area.

Nonprofit organizations that are helping individuals and families with immediate, basic needs, such as food, housing, mental health and safety, in response to COVID-19, are encouraged to apply for a grant atwww.daytonfoundation.org. Applications are being reviewed by the distribution committee on an on-going basis to meet immediate funding needs.

Contributions to the fund currently total nearly $700,000, however more will be needed in the days and months ahead.

“COVID-19 affects all of us, but none more than our most vulnerable neighbors who already struggle with hunger, homelessness and poverty,” said Michael M. Parks, president of The Dayton Foundation. “We have shown time and time again over the past 10 months that we are a resilient and caring community, and all of our support and generosity is needed during this crisis. No gift is too small.”

Donations via credit card or Dayton Foundation fund transfers are preferred to the COVID-19 Response Fund for Greater Dayton and may be made online at www.daytonfoundation.org. The Dayton Foundation is paying all credit card processing fees and waiving administration fees so that 100 percent of donations go to charity.

Please note that The Dayton Foundation is operational during this time, however its physical office is closed until at least April 6, 2020. Postal mail will not be received until after that time. Any checks mailed to the Foundation will be processed as quickly as possible once health authorities lift the mandatory shelter-in-place restriction.

Individuals who are 70 1/2 or older and have an IRA also may choose to support these efforts through a qualified charitable distribution to a Field-of-Interest Fund established at The Dayton Foundation. Visit here or contact Michelle Lovely or Joe Baldasare in our Development Department for more information.

UWGDA’s HelpLink 211 is also available 24 hours a day for individuals needing information about community resources, basic needs assistance and other social services.

Other partners in the COVID-19 Response Fund coalition include the Mathile Family Foundation, Montgomery County, The Physicians’ Charitable Foundation of the Miami Valley and Sinclair Community College.

Filed Under: Community, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Dayton Foundation

African-American Community Fund Accepting Applications

September 3, 2019 By Lisa Grigsby

The African-American Community Fund (AACF) of The Dayton Foundation is accepting grant requests for its 2019 grant application cycle. All potential applicants must submit an application. The application deadline for this grant cycle is September 30, 2019.  AACF 2019 Grant Cycle applications are available at http://aacfdayton.org/apply-for-grants/.

 

In 2018, AACF awarded over $23,000 to local nonprofits. A few examples of funded grants include diversity projects, youth initiatives, homeless outreach, cultural events and marketing. Typically amounts awarded are between $500 – $1,000. In the 2018 grants cycle, AACF awarded over $23,000 to local non-profits. The size and number of grants is determined by the amount of money available each year. A historical listing of past grant recipients can be found at http://aacfdayton.org/historical-grants/.

Organizations planning to apply for funding must be tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Applications will be accepted from organizations that benefit communities in the Dayton/Greater Miami Valley region.

Additional information is available on the African-American Community Fund’s website at www.aacfdayton.org, by e-mail at aacf@daytonfoundation.org or by calling The Dayton Foundation at 937.222.0410.

Filed Under: Community, The Featured Articles Tagged With: accf, Dayton Foundation, grants

Nearly $70,000 Raised Thanks to Benefit Concert

August 31, 2019 By Dayton Most Metro

The Dayton Oregon District Tragedy Fund of The Dayton Foundation received an additional $68,634 in contributions on Sunday, August 25, thanks to thousands of Dayton-area residents who attended the Gem City Shine Oregon District Benefit Concert hosted by Dave Chappelle, the Oregon District Business Association, Downtown Dayton Partnership, City of Dayton, Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce and others. One hundred percent of all contributions to the fund will assist the families whose loved ones were taken and individuals who were severely injured in the August 4 Oregon District mass shooting.

“Gem City Shine was an incredible event for our citizens to come together to honor the lives that were lost in the tragedy and show support for our community,” said Phil Parker, president and CEO of the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce. “We sincerely thank our other partner organizers of this event, as well as the dozens of other businesses and organizations both near and far for helping to raise charitable dollars for the Dayton Oregon District Tragedy Fund. The outpouring of support and compassion for the victims, their families and our community has been heartwarming.”

Thanks to donations received to date, plus pledges and other contributions, the fund’s assets have surpassed $2.5 million. Donations to the fund may be made online at www.daytonfoundation.org/oregontragedy or by texting DAYTON to 20222 for a one-time $10 donation. Checks also may be sent to The Dayton Foundation (please note the new address) 1401 S. Main Street, Suite 100, Dayton, OH 45409. “Dayton Oregon District Tragedy Fund” should be designated on the check or in the credit card form”s fund name field. The Dayton Foundation is waiving all administrative fees and paying all credit card processing fees for donations to the fund.

Filed Under: Community, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Dayton Foundation, Gem City Shine

Del Mar Encore Fellows Search for New Projects To Help

March 14, 2019 By Noreen Wilhelm

Linda Mercuri Fischbach

Linda Mercuri Fischbach spent 20 years running the nonprofit Womanline Counseling Center and another 13 as clinical director of Family Service Association. She’s an active community volunteer – think Italian Festival or Goodwill’s Miracle Clubhouse. She has four kids, a husband and 11 grandchildren. But somehow, retirement wasn’t really in the cards.

She’s spent the last two years with The Dayton Foundation as a Del Mar Encore Fellow, tackling significant community problems. Her current assignment is with the National Conference for Community and Justice (NCCJ), exploring how our community addresses issues of diversity and inclusion.

Linda is one of five Encore Fellows assigned to area nonprofits as part of an initiative aimed at using older adults to provide expert resources to nonprofits and to change the community conversation around aging along the way. The program, The Dayton Foundation Del Mar Encore Fellows Initiative, is built on the understanding that retired professionals have a lot of wisdom and experience that can continue to benefit the Dayton Region.

 

The Dayton Foundation is now seeking new Host Organizations for three new Encore Fellows, older adults who have finished their primary careers but are still interested in giving back to the community. They are employed by The Dayton Foundation but placed with community groups to work on major projects for a minimum of one year, and up to three.

The Encore Fellows work about 25 hours a week and their role has three aspects. The first is the Host’s initiative – help solve a community problem. The second is to engage older adults as Encore volunteers, identifying equally skilled folks who don’t want the year-long commitment of the Fellow’s role, but are interested in making a meaningful contribution to our community. The last is to change the conversation around aging, to help our community recognize that we can more effectively solve problems if we thoughtfully employ the experience and wisdom of older adults.

Frieda R. Bennett

Frieda R. Bennett is another Encore Fellow who has a hard time staying retired. After 30 years at Sinclair Community College, where she was a professor, dean of the business technologies division, and served as assistant to former President Ned Sifferlen, she retired, only to start teaching again at Wright State University. Five years later, she retired again. Sort of.  She began her new role in August as an Encore Fellow with St. Mary Development Corp., trying to figure out how technology can be used to help low income senior residents have better access to health care.

Sherrè Collier

Sherrè Collier left a 33-year career at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in 2017 and a week later began her new role as a Del Mar Encore Fellow with the Brunner Literacy Center  in Trotwood. (She hasn’t even tried retirement!) At Brunner, Sherrè and the staff are working to address the widespread challenges of adult illiteracy and low literacy by helping to recruit and train volunteer tutors, and document the literacy and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) resources in our community.

Vel Hux

Vel Hux was a volunteer leader of SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) who had worked in communications for corporations, nonprofits and with her own business, before she joined Learn to Earn Dayton as a Del Mar Encore Fellow. Vel coordinates the Summer and After School Collaborative, which helps providers offer high quality programming and document their impact on children in our community.

Kaye Manson Jeter

After multiple careers in the law and education, including serving as general counsel to the Tennessee Department of Education, Kaye Manson Jeter actually did retire as Dean of the Central State University-Dayton Campus in 2013. But the lure of an interesting Del Mar Encore Fellowship pulled her back into the workforce. In August, Kaye began working with the Dayton Metro Library, reviewing their nascent Homework Help programs and making plans to expand the program into more branches across their service area.

Each of these Encore Fellows has brought a wealth of experience to their Host Organizations and an even broader view of the needs and gaps in our community. If you think your organization has a project that could benefit from the contributions of a highly skilled, retired professional, check out our Request for Proposals. And if you still have questions, give me a call.

Filed Under: Community, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Dayton Foundation, Del Mar Encore Fellow

Half-Billion in Current Community Assets at Dayton Foundation

March 16, 2017 By Dayton Most Metro

The Dayton Foundation announced today that it has achieved a record milestone in its 96-year history – $505.4 million in current assets as of close on December 31, 2016. This ranks the Foundation among the top 5 percent of all U.S. community foundations in total assets under management.

According to Craig J. Brown, chair of The Dayton Foundation Governing Board, “This is a great accomplishment in The Dayton Foundation’s history. It is a testament to the extraordinary generosity of this community and the Foundation’s Governing Board and staff, who take very seriously their responsibility to be good stewards of these critical community assets and help grow them for the future.”

Gifts from new donors, as well as from existing donors, played a major role in getting the Foundation to where it is today, according to Foundation President Michael M. Parks. During the 2016 calendar year, The Dayton Foundation added 226 new funds, including 107 current and deferred endowed and non-endowed funds, and 119 new funds to the Foundation’s Charitable Checking Account ServiceSM, a free, donor-advised fund.

“This growth in assets means that we will have greater resources to better meet our community’s present and future needs and to support new opportunities for our region,” Parks said. “The exceptional growth of The Dayton Foundation would not be possible without our donors, who care passionately about their community and believe in the Foundation’s ability to help them make the greatest difference.”

The Dayton Foundation has witnessed significant growth over the last 30 years, with assets under management rising from $8.9 million in 1985 to $505 million at the close of calendar 2016. Additionally, legacy (deferred) gifts currently stand at $234 million. Grants awarded in 2016 exceeded $42.6 million, for a total of nearly $400 million awarded in the last decade alone.

Parks remarked, “This is an incredible milestone for us, our donors and the entire Greater Dayton region. Since our founding in 1921, our donors have helped to fund thousands of nonprofit organizations locally and across the country with nearly $850 million in grants. These grants and the impressive growth of the Foundation assets are indicative of the generosity in our region and the commitment individuals have for helping others through charity.”

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: Charitable Checking Account, Dayton Foundation

A Day of Philanthropy- Giving Tuesday

November 28, 2016 By Lisa Grigsby

giving-tuesday-logoCelebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving. Since its inaugural year in 2012, #GivingTuesday has become a movement that celebrates and supports giving and philanthropy with events throughout the year and a growing catalog of resources.

Created by a team of influencers in New York City who joined forces, collaborating across sectors, offering expertise and working tirelessly, to launch #GivingTuesday and have continued to shape, grow and strengthen the movement.

#GivingTuesday harnesses the potential of social media and the generosity of people around the world to bring about real change in their communities; it provides a platform for them to encourage the donation of time, resources and talents to address local challenges. It also brings together the collective power of a unique blend of partners— nonprofits, civic organizations, businesses and corporations, as well as families and individuals—to encourage and amplify small acts of kindness.

According to Whole Whale in 2015 about 700,000 donors in the US donated with an average gift of $137 , which was a 145% growth over 2014.

 

Locally The Yellow Springs Community Foundation is supporting efforts by offering up to $10,000 in matching funds for #YSGivingTuesday to the following organizations:

The 365 Projectgivelocal
The Antioch School
Antioch College
Antioch Writers’ Workshop
Arthur Morgan Institute for Community Solutions
Chamber Music Yellow Springs
Glen Helen
John Bryan Community Pottery
Little Art Theatre
NAMI of Clark, Greene and Madison Counties
Tecumseh Land Trust
Yellow Springs Arts Council
Yellow Springs Home, Inc.
YS Kids Playhouse
Yellow Springs Schools
Yellow Springs Senior Center

In order for your donation to help organizations become eligible for matching funds, you must give online and you must donate on #GivingTuesday, November 29th.   Visit www.ysgivingtuesday.com to make your gift!

spreadthegoodkickoffprofilepicThe Dayton Foundation launched it’s #SpreadtheGood Campaign on November 21, asking nonprofit’s to solicit their supporters to vote for their nonprofit’s photo, by clicking the heart image in the right-hand corner. The three organizations with the most votes on their photos by #GivingTuesday will receive this year’s #SpreadtheGood Grants (first place – a one-time $2,000 grant; second place – a one-time $1,000 grant; or third place – a one-time $500 grant). Voting will end at noon on November 29, #GivingTuesday. You may vote up to ten times per day, allowing you to support multiple organization or divide your votes among many.

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: #givingTuesday, Dayton Foundation, SpreadtheGood, Yellow Springs Community Foundation

Celebrate The Good In Your Neighborhood With Mayor’s Grant!

September 3, 2014 By Dayton Most Metro

neighborhoodWhat makes your Dayton neighborhood special?  Showcase the reasons for your neighborhood pride by highlighting your good food, great sportsmanship, music, craft or festival event.  You may be awarded a grant of up to $500 form The Dayton Mayor’s Fund of the Dayton Foundation.

 

Grant Guidelines
Purpose: To celebrate the GOOD in your Dayton Neighborhood with a culturally-focused
on-site event that might feature music, dance, food, games, sports, theater, poetry – something that speaks to your neighborhood (and/or partnering neighborhood(s)).

 

Amount: A maximum of $500 per event may be awarded to purchase consumable supplies for the event.
Eligibility: Applicant must be an IRS recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, or apply through a fiscal agent with an organization that has such designation; e.g. another Dayton neighborhood with a 501(c)(3) designation, a place of worship with said designation, or a neighborhood agency that is a non-profit organization.
Reporting Requirements: A final report with receipts attached for the grant money expended will be due thirty (30) days after the date of the event.
Application: The grant application may be downloaded at www.dayton.gov/mayorsfund or requested from Keith Klein, Cultural Coordinator, City of Dayton, via e-mail at  keith.klein@daytonohio.gov or by calling (937) 333- 3812.
Deadline: Completed grant application and required tax identification document may be e-mailed, mailed, or hand delivered and must be postmarked or received no later than 4pm. on Friday, December 19, 2014. Applicants will be notified of awards on Monday, February 2, 2015.
Review Committee: Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee of  community volunteers and ranked on criteria.

Grant Application Contact:
Mr. Keith Klein
Cultural Coordinator
101 West Third Street #430
PO Box 22
Dayton, Ohio 45401-0022

Filed Under: Community, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Dayton Foundation, The Dayton Mayor's Fund

Together We Are Greater…Dayton

November 11, 2013 By Megan Cooper Leave a Comment

Shoes

“Morrison elementary students bring hundreds of cards to Dayton Children’s Hospital as part of Shoes4theShoeless “Kindness Matters” campaign!”

Together, individuals and communities across the region create Greater Dayton. And through working together, we are a greater Dayton. It’s simple. It’s true. And now, that spirit of volunteerism – those people who make Dayton greater – get a moment in the limelight. The Dayton Foundation invites individuals and groups to connect right now through their newest social media campaign.

Last month, The Dayton Foundation launched the “Together we are Greater…Dayton” social media campaign on the Foundation’s Facebook and Twitter accounts to increase engagement and dialogue with fans about the philanthropic and leadership efforts happening in the Dayton Region.

Chris and CP Mentee

“I truly believe in the mission of the College Promise program in helping to give students from lower income families the same opportunities as other kids. My College Promise mentee is such a beautiful and kind young lady. I’m so proud to be helping to lead her to her dreams of an education and a bright and promising future. #Togetherwearegreater…Dayton”

The campaign encourages Dayton-area residents to show how they are making Dayton greater. Fans on the Foundation’s social media pages were asked to share photos and short stories about how their volunteer activities or charitable support is helping to make a difference in the community. Photos get uploaded to the Foundation’s “Together we are Greater…Dayton” Tumblr account.

 

The Dayton Region has a long history of individuals helping others in times of need. It is this passion and commitment of everyone working and participating together that helps make Greater Dayton great. This was celebrated at The Dayton Foundation’s annual meeting November 6 with highlights demonstrating the camaraderie of donors, not-for-profits, volunteer and the community.

GET INVOLVED: The campaign concludes this Thursday on November 14, 2013.  So, hurry up and snap an action shot or submit a photo and tell The Dayton Foundation (and the wider community) what’s happening to make Dayton GREATER.

To see more “Together we are Greater…Dayton” photos and upload your own, visit http://togetherwearegreaterdayton.tumblr.com/.

Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School students and faculty participated in Join Hands Miami Valley, our area’s celebration of National Make A Difference Day, organized by the United Way of Greater Dayton. More than 150 members of the CJ community spent Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 25-26 volunteering at 13 different service sites in greater Dayton. In this photo, a student volunteer is harvesting seeds on the prairie at the Marianist Environmental Education Center at Mt. St. John (Bergamo) in Beavercreek.

A CJ student volunteer is harvesting seeds on the prairie at the Marianist Environmental Education Center at Mt. St. John (Bergamo) in Beavercreek.

Together for FB WV

“Our World Ventures team is making a difference in the community by making what we like to call “Blessing Bags” and passing them out to people on the street and people in need. It’s amazing to be a blessing to someone in Dayton, the city that we love. #Togetherwearegreater…Dayton “

 

 

 

Filed Under: Community, The Featured Articles, Volunteer Opportunities Tagged With: Dayton, Dayton Foundation, greater dayton, volunteer

My Summit Story: Who Knows You?

April 5, 2011 By Megan Cooper 3 Comments

A lot of people have different reasons for attending the Summit and being a part of updatyon. Some people want to network with community leaders. Others want to voice their concerns on important issues. Many people are looking for professional development opportunities. Some attendees come to find new ways to give back to the community. Heck – a few people just want to take off a couple hours of work, see what it’s all about, and enjoy the after-party. Whatever reason YOU have – register now to attend the 2011 Young Creatives Summit.

Over the next week, we’ll highlight some of the people who have been a part of updayton. Maybe they’re still active, maybe they enjoyed their experience and moved one. But we’ll reflect back on some of the great people who have been involved. Where do you fit in?

You want opportunities? A past professor used to say: “It’s not what your know; it’s not even WHO you know; it’s who knows YOU.”

Katy Crosby, one of the original updayton volunteers, shares her recommendations for Summit participation and covers all bases – learn more about the region, network with community and business leaders, and share your ideas to make an impact on the region.

Q: What was your involvement with updayton?

I was one of the original members of updayton.  I was recruited as one of 32 catalysts for the DaytonCreate project.  The catalysts were divided into 5 or 6 groups.  Our group wanted to address the needs of young professionals by creating a venue for us to provide input on issues affecting the Greater Dayton community.  I served as the co-chair of updayton for approximately one year with Scott Murphy taking the lead role in making connections to help us build the organization and identify community partners that would assist in helping us develop the summit and execute various ideas that grew from the summit.

Q: What have you been doing since then?

I am currently the Assistant Director of the Dayton Human Relations Council.  I was in this position when I was selected as a catalyst, but my responsibilities have increased significantly. Secondly, I’ve been investing more time and energy with family. My daughter is a competitive dancer with Chenaulte’ Dancers in Trotwood, so I am now a dance mom.  I am enjoying being part of something she is so passionate about.  It allows us to spend more time together and it shows her that I support something that is very important to her.  It’s been a very rewarding experience to increase the amount of time with her and to see her development as a dancer.

Q: Do you believe updayton provided you with any valuable experiences or connections?

Yes.  Through updayton, I have been asked to serve on The Dayton Foundation’s Marketing Committee.  The Dayton Foundation is a great organization that impacts so many individuals in the City through their various community funds.  I have met a lot of great people that I have reached out to when assistance was needed or work related and personal projects.

Q: Would you recommend that local YPs attend the Summit?

I would definitely recommend the Summit to local YPs.  The Summit is a great opportunity to not only learn about what’s happening in the City, but to provide input on projects that can address major issues in the Greater Dayton area.  Often times, young professionals need a one stop shop to find ways to use their talents for good.  The Summit is a great start.  It’s also a great networking opportunity because many of the leaders in the region support updayton and will attend the Summit.

Q: What is your vision for a Dayton region that successfully attracts and retains young talent?

Venues that foster informal social networking, Thriving night life with options, Great job opportunities, Diverse neighborhoods…

Thanks to Katy Crosby for telling her Summit Story!  Want to move ahead? Remember: “It’s who knows YOU.” Register for the Summit to let a few more people in this community know about your ideas. Register now!

Filed Under: Getting Involved Tagged With: Chenaulte’ Dancers, Dayton Foundation, Human Relations Council, Katy Crosby, updayton, Young Creatives Summit

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The Lumpia Queen

5:00 pm
Riverfront Park

Spring Fest in the Burg

5:00 pm
Riverfront Park

Laura Sanders: Force of Nature Opening Reception

6:00 pm
The Contemporary Dayton

Laughter on the 23rd Floor

7:30 pm
Actor's Theatre Fairborn
+ 9 More

Tie Dye 50K

7:30 am
John Bryan Center

34th Annual Furry Skurry 5K

8:00 am
St. Leonard Franciscan Living

What the Taco?!

8:00 am
St Leonard

Yellow Springs Farmers Market

8:00 am
John Bryan Community Center

Corvette Cars and Coffee

9:00 am
air force museum

Hamvention 2025

9:00 am
greene county fairgrounds

Spring Fest Parade

9:30 am
Downtown Miamisburg

Sculpt with Speakeasy

10:00 am
RiverScape MetroPark

Farmers Market at The Heights

10:00 am
Eichelberger Amphitheater

Dayton Spring Home Expo

10:00 am
Montgomery County Fairgrounds

The Lumpia Queen

10:00 am
Riverfront Park

Spring Fest in the Burg

10:00 am
Riverfront Park

Plane Talks

10:30 am
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

Pride Rocks!

11:00 am
Levitt Pavilion

Ralph’s Mystery Food

11:00 am
Miami County Fairgrounds

Miami County Food Truck Rally & Competition

11:00 am
Miami County Fairgrounds

Kettering Food Truck Rally

12:00 pm
Kettering VFW

11th Anniversary Beer Bash

12:00 pm
Warped Wing Brewing Company

Road House Grill

12:00 pm
Inspired Gardens

Sisters: A Cyanotype Series by Suzi Hyden

12:00 pm
Dayton Society of Artists - DSA

PEACE TALKS: DSA’s Spring Juried Exhibition

12:00 pm
Dayton Society of Artists - DSA

Women’s Wine & Chocolate Walk 2025

12:00 pm
The Windamere

May Biergarten

5:00 pm
Dayton Liederkranz Turner German Club

Tyrus Live ⭐️”What It Is”⭐️ Tour

7:30 pm
Sorg Opera House

Laughter on the 23rd Floor

7:30 pm
Actor's Theatre Fairborn
+ 18 More

Friends of the Germantown Library Farmers Market

8:00 am

Good Neighbor 5k

8:30 am
Dorothy Lane Market Washington Square

Plein Air Paint Out

9:00 am

Hamvention 2025

9:00 am
greene county fairgrounds

Goal Hike for Women-Owned Business

10:00 am
RiverScape MetroPark

Drag Me to Brunch

10:00 am
Sorg Opera House

Raptor Photography

10:00 am
Glen Helen

Dayton Spring Home Expo

11:00 am
Montgomery County Fairgrounds

Dayton Vegan Spring Market

12:00 pm
Courthouse Square

The Forking Pierogi

12:00 pm
Centerville Merchant Market

Centerville Merchant Market

12:00 pm
St Leonard

Twisted Greek

12:00 pm
Centerville Merchant Market

The Lumpia Queen

12:00 pm
Riverfront Park

Spring Fest in the Burg

12:00 pm
Riverfront Park

Fleurs de Fête – Wine Festival

1:00 pm
Carillon Historical Park

THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN

2:00 pm
Dayton Playhouse

In Praise of Peace – Bach Society choral concert

4:00 pm
Kettering Adventist Church
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Week of Events

Mon 12

Tue 13

Wed 14

Thu 15

Fri 16

Sat 17

Sun 18

11:00 am - 9:00 pm Recurring

$1 Oysters

May 12 @ 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Recurring

$1 Oysters

all day monday oysters are just $1 when ordered in increments of 6 valid in the bar or at tables

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Mommy and Me Yoga

May 12 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Mommy and Me Yoga

You asked for it, and here it is- EVENING Mommy and Me Yoga at The Well! https://bit.ly/mommyandmeyogathewell But it's not...

$18
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring

Community Fitness Bootcamp

May 12 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring

Community Fitness Bootcamp

Join The Unit for an exciting bootcamp workout that will take you through RiverScape in a whole new way. Whether...

Free
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cracking the Cold Read

May 12 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cracking the Cold Read

Terrified you’ll be handed a scene you’ve never read before for an audition, on set, or in a rehearsal room?...

$20
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

1st Bike Night of the Season

May 12 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

1st Bike Night of the Season

Come join us for the first barrel bike night of the year this Monday starting at six. Live music, drinks,...

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Wine Tasting Class

May 12 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Wine Tasting Class

Our resident sommelier, Brian DeMarke, will be in for his monthly wine-tasting class. Try a variety of wines and learn...

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Recurring

Monday Trivia Night

May 12 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Recurring

Monday Trivia Night

Got a case of the Mondays?  Come in and enjoy a night of trivia, good food, drinks, and company. Join...

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Recurring

Chess Club!

May 12 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Recurring

Chess Club!

The club is open to players of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced players.

Free
+ 2 More
8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Freakin Ricans Food Truck

May 13 @ 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Freakin Ricans Food Truck

4:00 pm Recurring

Half Price Wine every Tuesday

May 13 @ 4:00 pm Recurring

Half Price Wine every Tuesday

We're pouring amazing boutique wines from independent winemakers around the world, join us for a glass at half price any...

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Try Mountain Biking

May 13 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Try Mountain Biking

It's fun, FREE and a chance to check off some 2025 MetroParks Trails Challenge Trails! Try Mountain Biking is this...

Free
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Tai Chi & Qigong at the River

May 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Tai Chi & Qigong at the River

Offered by Immortal Tree Qigong. Each hour-long Tai Chi & Qigong session will start with breathing exercises, warm up, and...

Free
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring

Empowering Dayton: Real Lives, Real Rights

May 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring

Empowering Dayton: Real Lives, Real Rights

Dayton United for Human Rights is an electrifying movement that empowers our community to take bold action for justice and equality!...

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Spring Wine Tasting

May 13 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Spring Wine Tasting

Get your palates ready to sip and savor over 30 different wines from the top vendors in the area! This...

$50
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Charcuterie Board Making Class

May 13 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Charcuterie Board Making Class

Join Seasoned with Love for a fun and flavorful Charcuterie Board Making Class—the perfect way to treat yourself or someone...

6:30 pm

Director’s Cut Wine Dinner

May 13 @ 6:30 pm

Director’s Cut Wine Dinner

Immerse yourself in this sensory experience of authentic Italian cuisine paired with the cinema-inspired wines from Francis Ford Coppola. Much...

$75
+ 2 More
9:00 am - 10:30 am Recurring

Evolve Women’s Network

May 14 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am Recurring

Evolve Women’s Network

Evolve is all about creating an Authentic Community, Deeper Connections, and Confident Growth. We are a group of entrepreneurial women...

9:45 am - 3:00 pm Recurring

ILLYS Fire Pizza

May 14 @ 9:45 am - 3:00 pm Recurring

ILLYS Fire Pizza

We are a mobile wood fired pizza company that specialize in turkey products such as Turkey pepperoni, Italian Turkey sausage,...

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Fairborn Farmers Market

May 14 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Fairborn Farmers Market

The Fairborn Farmers Market was established with the intent to provide the Fairborn community access to fresh and wholesome products...

Free
10:30 am - 11:30 am Recurring

Preschool Storytime with Chef Lester

May 14 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Recurring

Preschool Storytime with Chef Lester

Join us for stories, songs, and other fun learning activities designed to develop the language, literacy, and social skills your...

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Wannabe Tacos

May 14 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Wannabe Tacos

Dayton area business serving up tacos, tots and dogs. Our specialty all-beef hots and loaded tots are piled high. And...

6:00 pm

Paella and Sangria

May 14 @ 6:00 pm

Paella and Sangria

Join Manna Uptown for an evening of al-fresco dining and delicious springtime sipping! Chef Margot will be making her famous...

$69
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring

Community Fitness Bootcamp

May 14 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring

Community Fitness Bootcamp

Join The Unit for an exciting bootcamp workout that will take you through RiverScape in a whole new way. Whether...

Free
6:30 pm

Pinball Flip Out Tournament

May 14 @ 6:30 pm

Pinball Flip Out Tournament

The first Pinball Flip Out Tournament at Loose Ends Brewing is happening May 14!All players of all skill levels welcome!*...

+ 5 More
11:00 am - 9:00 pm

3rd Anniversary Celebration

May 15 @ 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

3rd Anniversary Celebration

Greek Street celebrates 3 incredible years as a brick and mortar, serving up the flavors of Greece right here in...

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Lebanon Farmers Market

May 15 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Lebanon Farmers Market

The Lebanon Farmers Market is open 4 pm to 7 pm every Thursday mid-May through mid-October.  We are located in...

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Godown’s Fixins

May 15 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Godown’s Fixins

We serve waffle bun sandwiches, dessert waffles and our specialty is deep fried mashed potatoes!

5:00 pm

Mini food truck rally in support of BL BBQ & Karaoke DJ Food Truck

May 15 @ 5:00 pm

Mini food truck rally in support of BL BBQ & Karaoke DJ Food Truck

Mini food truck rally in support of BL BBQ & Karaoke DJ Food Truck.  A local food truck driver was...

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Thursday Night Wine Tastings at Meridien

May 15 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Thursday Night Wine Tastings at Meridien

Our reps choose a handful of great wines every week for tasting.  Purchase individual tastes or a flight.  If you...

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Grapes & Groves

May 15 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Grapes & Groves

Join us every Thursday to Taste Wine at your own pace. Each Thursday we will have one of our highly...

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Sunset at the Market

May 15 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Sunset at the Market

From May through October, Sunset at the Market series returns the third Thursday of each month, from 5 to 8...

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Taste of Troy

May 15 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Taste of Troy

Go from place to place picking up samples from your local businesses. Grab a DORA drink. Participating locations will be...

$25
+ 3 More
7:00 am - 9:00 am

Bike to Work Day Pancake Breakfast

May 16 @ 7:00 am - 9:00 am

Bike to Work Day Pancake Breakfast

There will be free flying pancakes and plenty of fun to be had at MetroParks' Bike to Work Day Pancake...

Free
9:00 am Recurring

Hot Yoga & Reiki

May 16 @ 9:00 am Recurring

Hot Yoga & Reiki

Come join us for hot yoga class Fridays at 8:00a!!! $25 Drop-In; yoga packages and memberships available! We're going to...

$25
9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Hamvention 2025

May 16 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Hamvention 2025

Hamvention, the world's largest amateur radio gathering at Greene County Fairgrounds. Sponsored by Dayton Amateur Radio Association. Hamvention boasts over...

9:00 am - 10:00 pm

Par-Tee Around Cross Pointe

May 16 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

Par-Tee Around Cross Pointe

Travel around Cross Pointe Centre, visit these 9 stores, play mini golf and after 9 holes turn in your score...

Free
11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Scarlett Trust: Well-Balanced

May 16 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Scarlett Trust: Well-Balanced

Scarlett Trust is an interdisciplinary artist who recently received her MFA from CalArts and lives in the Dayton region. Trust’s...

Free
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

Sisters: A Cyanotype Series by Suzi Hyden

May 16 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

Sisters: A Cyanotype Series by Suzi Hyden

The Dayton Society of Artists is pleased to present Sisters, a cyanotype series by our member Suzi Hyden. This show...

Free
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

PEACE TALKS: DSA’s Spring Juried Exhibition

May 16 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

PEACE TALKS: DSA’s Spring Juried Exhibition

The Dayton Society of Artists (DSA) proudly presents PEACE TALKS, our annual spring juried exhibition. This timely exhibition reflects on Dayton’s...

Free
12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Dayton Home Expo

May 16 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Dayton Home Expo

Attend the Dayton Home Expo. Enjoy FREE ADMISSION and save on your next home improvement, remodeling and design projects.

Free
+ 9 More
7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tie Dye 50K

May 17 @ 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tie Dye 50K

John Bryan is the most scenic state park in western Ohio. The 752-acre park contains a remarkable limestone gorge cut...

$45
8:00 am - 12:00 pm

34th Annual Furry Skurry 5K

May 17 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

34th Annual Furry Skurry 5K

Unleash the adventure at the 34th Annual Furry Skurry 5K – a paw-some day of heroic fun alongside your four-legged...

$40 – $80
8:00 am - 12:00 pm

What the Taco?!

May 17 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

What the Taco?!

Chipotle Chicken Taco GRILLED CHICKEN, SHREDDED LETTUCE, PICO DE GALLO, CILANTRO SOUR CREAM & MONTEREY JACK $10.00 Ground Beef Taco...

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Yellow Springs Farmers Market

May 17 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Yellow Springs Farmers Market

For over 20 years this market has been made up of a hardworking group of men, women and children, dedicated...

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Corvette Cars and Coffee

May 17 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Corvette Cars and Coffee

Calling all Corvette lovers! This cruise-in will have classic and modern models on display from all over the Miami Valley....

Free
9:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring

Hamvention 2025

May 17 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring

Hamvention 2025

Hamvention, the world's largest amateur radio gathering at Greene County Fairgrounds. Sponsored by Dayton Amateur Radio Association. Hamvention boasts over...

9:30 am - 5:00 pm

Spring Fest Parade

May 17 @ 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

Spring Fest Parade

Parade sign ups are now live on burgspringfest.com! This year’s Spring Fest theme is Burgchella! Think Coachella festival vibes- flower...

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Sculpt with Speakeasy

May 17 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Sculpt with Speakeasy

Sculpt is a low-impact, high-intensity full body workout that combines elements of barre, pilates, and various body weight exercises. Each...

+ 18 More
8:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Friends of the Germantown Library Farmers Market

May 18 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Friends of the Germantown Library Farmers Market

The market will be open 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Come out and sample the local harvest! Meet local Germantown...

8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Good Neighbor 5k

May 18 @ 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Good Neighbor 5k

Lace up for our Good Neighbor 5k on Sunday, May 18! Together with our friends at locally owned and operated...

$20 – $25
9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Plein Air Paint Out

May 18 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Plein Air Paint Out

Calling all artists…here is your chance to paint or draw on a property protected by Tecumseh Land Trust. We supply...

Free
9:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

Hamvention 2025

May 18 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

Hamvention 2025

Hamvention, the world's largest amateur radio gathering at Greene County Fairgrounds. Sponsored by Dayton Amateur Radio Association. Hamvention boasts over...

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Goal Hike for Women-Owned Business

May 18 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Goal Hike for Women-Owned Business

This isn't your average networking event—we're hitting the trails for a morning of fresh air, real talk, and creative inspiration....

$20
10:00 am - 1:30 pm

Drag Me to Brunch

May 18 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm

Drag Me to Brunch

Art Central Foundation is pleased to welcome the incomparable Rubi Girls back to the stage of the historic Sorg Opera...

$30 – $45
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Raptor Photography

May 18 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Raptor Photography

May 18: Join us in the Baldwin Pond meadow for an opportunity to capture stunning pictures of hawks,owls, and falcons...

$50
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Dayton Spring Home Expo

May 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Dayton Spring Home Expo

FREE ADMISSION This free event is the perfect opportunity for homeowners to save BIG on all home improvement projects and...

Free
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