Things to Do email newsletter delivers the “must attend” local events

A direct connection every Thursday to what’s happening, from Lifestyle reporter Russell Florence Jr.
The Dayton Liederkranz-Turner German Club celebrated its 42nd annual Germanfest Picnic in Dayton's St. Anne's Hill Historic District from Friday, Aug. 8 through Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025. Here are scenes from Saturday including a headlining set by Hamilton, Ohio’s oldest band, The Klaberheads. TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

Credit: Tom Gilliam

Credit: Tom Gilliam

The Dayton Liederkranz-Turner German Club celebrated its 42nd annual Germanfest Picnic in Dayton's St. Anne's Hill Historic District from Friday, Aug. 8 through Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025. Here are scenes from Saturday including a headlining set by Hamilton, Ohio’s oldest band, The Klaberheads. TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

The Dayton Daily News has an email newsletter to bring readers the latest news on local events, performing arts, gallery openings, entertainment, music and more across the Dayton region.

Every Thursday, the Things to Do email newsletter be sent straight your inbox. In it, reporter Russell Florence Jr. will provide your weekly source of arts and entertainment news happening around the Miami Valley. From fairs, festivals, film and food, the newsletter will be an informative source you can rely on for events to mark on your calendar.

“Contrary to popular opinion, there’s always something to do in Dayton, so I’m here to keep you informed of what’s going on and who is making an impact in our community,” Florence said.

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