While the Dayton Arcade continues to breathe new life into the historic and storied downtown space, a soon- to-be commercial resident aims to bring another fresh take on tradition to downtown Dayton. Ghostlight Coffee is happy to announce Gather by Ghostlight. The concept will infuse the culture, history, and flavors of coffee and the traditions of European apéro, or aperitivo, into its Arcade complex café.
“We are excited to bring a new concept to Dayton that aligns with the culture Ghostlight is known for,” said Shane Anderson, founder of Ghostlight Coffee. “The tradition of apéro is as much a state of mind as a time of day. It is a celebration of those blissful hours between work and personal time, and sharing these moments over a drink and a bite in good company.”
Guests can expect to find a few of the coffeehouse and 
eatery’s existing breakfast and pastry items alongside new brunch, lunch and small plate creations from the culinary leadership of Chef Jenn DiSanto. In addition to a traditional espresso bar, Gather will offer a ‘slow bar,’ where each drink is brewed-to-order using manual & automated brewing methods.
Gather by Ghostlight will offer both regular and zero-proof beer, wines and spirits, with an added focus on aperitifs, spritzes and digestifs. This coincides with Ghostlight’s recently launched Zero-Proof Bottle Shop at it’s South Park coffeehouse. This section of the beverage program at Gather is being guided by Nashville-based Sommelier and spirits professional Evan Danielson, who has roots in the Dayton area.
“An inclusive beverage program designed for all lifestyles is important as we refine the concept,” said Anderson. “It is our intention to combine the social and community spirit of the morning coffeehouse with a later afternoon apéro, into one gathering space.”
Additionally, Gather by Ghostlight will welcome The Dana L. Wiley Gallery – featuring Mike Elsass in the 39 W. 
Fourth Street portion of the space. Guests will enjoy the works of Elsass and other featured artists. In addition to hosting programmed talks and live music amongst the curated art, the gallery will also serve as a catered event space.
Since welcoming its first tenants in early 2021, the Arcade complex has seen steady growth, with Hub office and residential leasing complete and events booked into 2023. Gather by tenants and attract new guests to the Arcade.
Gather by Ghostlight aims to open in early-to-mid summer 2022 at 37-39 W. 4th St. The café will have both 4th Street and Arcade Rotunda entrances as well as exterior and interior patios. Gather will be open from 7am-7pm from Monday-Sunday, with potential for extended hours during special events. To follow the construction of the café, follow @gatherbyghostlight.
