Groundhog Day: The Discovery Zoo Crew and Rosie the groundhog present the annual celebration. Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, 2600 DeWeese Pkwy., Dayton. 10 a.m. Free. 937-275-7431 or www.boonshoftmuseum.org.
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Feb. 4
Francesca Blanchard: The University of Dayton's ArtsLive presents the French-born singer in concert. UD's Sears Recital Hall, Jesse Philips Humanities Center, 300 College Park, Dayton. 8 p.m. $16 adults, $12 seniors, UD faculty, staff and alumni, $8 students and youth. www.udayton.edu.
Feb. 4-21
"The Glass Menagerie": Human Race Theatre Co. presents this powerful family drama by Tennessee Williams. Loft Theatre, 126 N. Main St., Dayton. 7 p.m. Tuesdays, 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, with a 7 p.m. show on Sunday, Feb. 7. $32-$40 opening night, $27-$45 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, Feb. 7 evening show, $42-$50 Friday, Saturday and Sunday matinee. www.ticketcenterstage.com
Feb. 5
"Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad": This Black History Month program tells the story of the Civil War-era spy who helped slaves find freedom. Victoria Theatre, Dayton. 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. Sold out! This program is for grades 3-12. www.ticketcenterstage.com
First Pitch Banquet: The 12th annual event features Beavercreek native Justin Masterson, a Major League pitcher. Nutter Center, 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy., Fairborn. 7 p.m. dinner. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. $70 per person, $1,000 for VIP table of 10. 937-775-4789 or www.nuttercenter.com.
The Lacs: The country-rap duo of Uncle Snap and Rooster performs. Oddbody's Music Room, 5418 Burkhardt Road, Dayton. Doors open at 7 p.m. $20-$25. 937-813-4272 or www.oddbodys.com.
"Making Out": Henrique Couto, the director behind low budget films like "Calamity Jane's Revenge" and "Babysitter Massacre," presents his first romantic comedy. By-Jo Theatre, 20 N. Main St., Germantown. 8 and 10 p.m. 937-855-7510 or www.by-jo.com.
Hey There: Local trio presents a diverse night of covers, from Snoop Dogg and Bob Marley to the Black Keys and Muse. The Trolley Stop, 530 E. Fifth St., Dayton. 9:30 p.m. 937-461-1101 or www.trolleystopdayton.com.
Feb. 5 & 6
Bark 'n' Bling: SICSA presents this fundraising jewelry sale. SICSA, 2600 Wilmington Pike, Kettering. 3-7 p.m. Friday preview sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. $5 Friday preview, free Saturday. 937-294-6505 or www.sicsa.org.
Lil Duval: The comedian and host of MTV2's "Ain't That America" brings his stand-up act to the Funny Bone Comedy Club, 88 Plum St., The Greene, Beavercreek. 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. $22-$52. 937-429-LAFF (5233) or www.daytonfunnybone.com.
"Worlds of Wonder": Mark Kosower, principal cellist for the Cleveland Symphony, joins the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra for this concert. Schuster Center, Dayton. 8 p.m. $8-$61. www.ticketcenterstage.com
Feb. 6
The 150th Anniversary Backstage Tour: For the next several months the historic local venue is celebrating this milestone with a look behind the scenes. Victoria Theatre, Dayton. 2 p.m. Sold out. www.ticketcenterstage.com
AleFeast: This popular event pairs craft beer from about 30 local and national breweries with fine food from Amber Rose, El Meson, Mudlick Taproom and other area restaurants. Masonic Center, 525 W. Riverview Ave., Dayton. 4-7 p.m. $50. www.alefest.com/alefeast.
Faith Fest: University of Dayton’s Campus Ministry presents the second annual event featuring Dove award-winning Christian band Tenth Avenue North and opening performances from student artists. UD’s RecPlex, Evanston Avenue, Dayton. 8 p.m. Doors will open 5:30 p.m. $15 per person, or $10 each for groups of 15 or more. 937-229-2545.
Pure Acoustic: This show features unplugged performances by the 1984 Draft, the New Old-Fashioned and others. The "Old" Yellow Cab Bldg., 700 E. Fourth St., Dayton. 9 p.m. Doors open at 8 p.m. Cost: $5. More info: 937-203-8175 or www.yellowcabtavern.com.
Feb. 7
"Using Mapping Technology to Save and Enjoy Birds": Winter Speakers Series presents this program from Doreen Whitley, geospatial information officer at the National Audubon Society. Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm, 1000 Aullwood Road, Dayton. 2:30 p.m. Free for Friends of Aullwood and members of the National Audubon Society, $5 non-member adults, $3 children. 937-890-7360 or www.aullwood.org.
"Dvorak's Discovery": The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra presents this Classical Connections concert at the Schuster Center, Dayton. 3 p.m. $8-$41. www.ticketcenterstage.com
Feb. 9-14
"Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella": The creators of "The Sound of Music" and "South Pacific" updated the classic fairy tale for this Tony Award-winning musical. Schuster Center, Dayton. 8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, with 2 p.m. matinees on Saturday and Sunday. $25-$102 Tuesday through Thursday and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, $25-$122 Friday, Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. www.ticketcenterstage.com
Feb. 11-14
"February Fantasy": This four-part concert from Dayton Ballet will feature two world premieres, one from choreographer Melissa Barak and one from the company's artistic director Karen Russo Burke. Victoria Theatre, Dayton. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. $21-$72. www.ticketcenterstage.com
Feb. 12 & 13
The Adventure Summit: Outdoor enthusiasts are the target of this annual event featuring everything from skills events, speakers and demonstrations to live music and beer tastings. Wright State University, Fairborn. 5-9 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Free. www.theadventuresummit.com.
Feb. 12-14
Kevin Bozeman: The former college basketball player and semi-finalist on NBC's "Last Comic Standing," brings his stand-up act to Wiley's Comedy Joint, 101 Pine St., Dayton. 8 p.m. Friday, 7:15 and 9:30 p.m. Saturday, 7:15 p.m. Sunday. $10. 937-224-5653 or www.wileyscomedy.com
Feb. 12-20
"As It Is In Heaven": Life in a Shaker community becomes complicated by a newcomer who claims visions of angels. Sinclair Community College, Black Box Theatre, Bldg. 2, 444 W. Third St., Dayton. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. Tuesday and 7 p.m. Thursday. $15 all shows expect for $10 on February 18. www.sinclair.edu/tickets.
Feb. 13
BlueDEF Tour: The best up and coming bull riders will participate in this rodeo event. Nutter Center. Fairborn. 7 p.m. $20-$103. www.nuttercenter.com.
Ryan Roth & the Comeback Special: The local group presents an evening of Elvis Presley music. Jamestown Opera House, 19 N. Limestone St., Jamestown. 7 p.m. $15 per person or $25 for two people. 937-675-3501 or jamestownohiooperahouse.com.
Touch: The local R&B band presents its annual Valentine's Day concert. Gilly's, Dayton. 9 p.m. $20. www.gillysjazz.com
Saint Valentine's Funky Massacree: Subterranean presents a fan appreciation show. Jimmie's Ladder 11, 936 Brown St., Dayton. 10 p.m. Free. 937-424-1784 or www.jladder11.com.
Feb. 14
Valentine's Evening Under the Stars: Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, Dayton presents this romantic Planetarium show for couples. 6 and 8 p.m. $30 per couple. Must be 18 and older. Limited seating so reservations are required. 937-275-7431, ext. 122. www.boonshoftmuseum.org
Feb. 15
Here Come the Mummies: The costumed clad rockers brings its latest tour to Oddbody's Music Room, 5418 Burkhardt Road, Dayton. 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. $25-$30. Local band Magic Jackson opens the show. 937-813-4272 or www.oddbodys.com
Feb. 17
Chris Janson: The country singer presents a Salute to Valor concert. Schuster Center, Dayton. 7 p.m. Four free early entry/preferred access tickets for veterans and active duty military, $10 for general public. www.ticketcenterstage.com
Lincoln Pierce: The author introduces "Big Nate Blasts Off," his latest book in the children's series. Books & Co. at the Greene, 4453 Walnut St., Dayton. 7 p.m. Cost: Free. 937-429-2169 or www.booksandco.com.
Matt Wilson Quartet: University of Dayton's ArtsLive presents the Grammy-nominated jazz drummer and his group in concert. UD's Sears Recital Hall, Jesse Philips Humanities Center, Dayton. 8 p.m. $16 adults, $12 seniors, UD staff, faculty and alumni, $8 students and youth. www.udayton.edu
Feb. 19
Brantley Gilbert: The country singer brings his The Blackout Tour to the Nutter Center, Fairborn. 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. $34.75 and $39.75. Michael Ray and Canaan Smith will also perform. www.nuttercenter.com
Rodney Carrington: The actor-comedian presents two shows at Victoria Theatre, Dayton. 7 and 9:30 p.m. This show is recommended for mature audiences. $30 and $44.75. VIP tickets $179.75. www.ticketcenterstage.com
Feb. 19 & 20
"Music of the Mad Men Era": Conductor Steven Reineke leads the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra in concert featuring songs from the '50s and '60s. Schuster Center, Dayton. 8 p.m. www.ticketcenterstage.com
Feb. 19-21
Aries Spears: The actor-comedian returns to town for a run at the Funny Bone Comedy Club, The Greene, Beavercreek. 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Sunday. $22-$52. www.daytonfunnybone.com
Feb. 20
Independent Creators Expo & Film Festival: The third annual event features indie comics books, films, music and more. Ramada Plaza, Dayton. 10 a.m.
"Tim and the Space Cadets": The 2015-2016 Morris Family Series presents this show for ages 4 and older. Victoria Theatre, Dayton. 1 and 4 p.m. $15. www.ticketcenterstage.com
URS 60th Anniversary Gala: United Rehabilitation Services hosts an evening of dinner, dancing and live and silent auctions. Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton. 6-11 p.m. $150. 937-853-5464 or www.ursdayton.org.
Marion Meadows: The jazz saxophonist performs at Gilly's, Dayton. 7 and 10 p.m. $25. www.gillysjazz.com
Soil: The metal band performs with special guests Flaw: Oddbody's Music Room, Dayton. 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. $15-$20. www.oddbodys.com
Hip-hop showcase: Eazy El Loco, Jxve, Faith Baby, College Rich and Dex from West Water. South Park Tavern, 1301 Wayne Ave., Dayton. 10 p.m. $3. 937-586-9526 or www.southparktavern.com.
Feb. 20 & 21
"Etchings": DCDC presents four new pieces during this concert at Stivers School for the Arts, Eichelberger Hall, 1313 E. Fifth St., Dayton. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. www.ticketcenterstage.com
Feb. 25
Chocolate Love Affair: Community Action Partnership (CAP) presents this fundraiser and Black History Month event featuring guest speaker Royce Kinniebrew. Mandalay Banquet Center, 2700 E. River Road, Moraine. 6-9 p.m. $50. Proceeds support CAP’s Youth Empowerment Center. 937-341-5000, ext. 177.
Evening with Jason Robert Brown: The Tony-Award winning Broadway composer performs his favorite songs from stage and film. Victoria Theatre, Dayton. 8 p.m. $37. www.ticketcenterstage.com
Feb. 25-28
Dayton Auto Show: Cars, SUVs, minivans, motorcycles and more will be featured in this annual event. Dayton Convention Center, 22 E. Fifth St., Dayton. Noon to 9 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. $8 (adults and children 10 and older, $6 students with student ID, seniors (ages 55 and older), free children 9 and younger. www.daytonautoshow.com
Feb. 26
"The Very Hungry Caterpillar and other Eric Carle Favourites": Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia presents this unique show features black light puppetry. Victoria Theatre, Dayton. 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. $5 for the late show. The first show is sold out. www.ticketcenterstage.com
Lil Wayne: The rapper brings his The Dedication Tour to the Nutter Center, Fairborn. 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. $39.75, $59.75, $69.50 and $99.50. Special guest Rae Sremmurd also performs. www.nuttercenter.com
Feb. 26 & 27
Dayton Does Dayton: Nerak Roth Patterson Band, former Miss Ohio International Alyssa Hanson, Todd Clemmer, Reyna Spears and others perform in this tribute to music from the Gem City. Gilly's, Dayton. 7:30 p.m. Friday, 7 p.m. Saturday. $7 per night. www.gillysjazz.com
Dan Cummins: This stand-up has many credits including a one-hour Comedy Central special, a run on "Last Comic Standing" and a comedy album on Warner Brothers Records. Wiley's Comedy Joint, 8 p.m. Friday, 7:15 and 9:30 p.m. Saturday. $10. www.wileyscomedy.com
Feb. 26 & 28
"Otello": Dayton Opera continues its season with Giuseppe Verdi and Arrigo Boito's adaptation of the William Shakespeare play. Schuster Center, Dayton. 8 p.m. Friday, 3 p.m. Sunday. $24-$94. www.ticketcenterstage.com
Feb. 26-March 13
"Slowgirl": Dayton Theatre Guild presents Greg Pierce's drama about a reclusive former lawyer and an unexpected run-in with his talkative teenage niece in the jungles of Costa Rica. The Caryl D. Philips TheatreScape, 40 Wayne Ave., Dayton. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m. Sunday opening weekend, and 8 p.m. Friday, 5 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday the following weekends. $20 adults, $18 seniors and $13 students. 937-278-5993 or www.daytontheatreguild.org.
Feb. 27
Comic & Toy Show: New and collectible comic books, vintage toys and new releases are just some of the items available at this sale. Hara Arena's Sliver Arena, Trotwood. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $3 adults, free children 12 and younger. $1 of admission benefits the Alzheimer's Association. www.haracomplex.com
A'Wear Affair: Imagine a world where anything is possible is the theme of this annual fundraising fashion show presented by the Sisters of the Noble Circle Project. Sinclair Community College, Ponitz Center, Bldg. 12, 444 W. Third St., Dayton. Noon to 2 p.m. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. $50 per person, $60 each for preferential seating for tables of 10. 937-674-5566 or www.noblecircle.org.
Eureka!: Sip, Savor, Science: This winter fundraiser for adults features science presentations, food, drinks, music and more. Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, Dayton. 7-11 p.m. $75 members of Dayton Society of Natural History, $90 non-members. www.boonshoftmuseum.org
Feb. 28
“A Tale of a Tail: The Story of a Red-Tailed Hawk Family”: Winter Speakers Series presents this program from nature photographer Ray Mueller. Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm, Dayton. 2:30 p.m. Free for Friends of Aullwood and members of the National Audubon Society, $5 non-member adults, $3 children.
Feb. 29
Story Slamm: Dayton Metro Library presents this monthly event featuring presenters telling 10-minute stories based around the theme, "Leap of Faith." Brixx Ice Company, Dayton. 7-8 p.m. Free. Register in advance to share a story. 937-463-2665 or www.daytonmetrolibary.org
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