When: 5-10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5
Where: Multiple locations throughout downtown Dayton.
Details: An array of downtown retailers, artists, performers, bars, restaurants and more are participating in this monthly art hop.
Cost: Free
More info: downtowndayton.org
2. “Huddle Up: Music of Sports”
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6
Where: Schuster Center, 1 W. Second St., Dayton
Details: Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Neal Gittleman presents a unique program featuring music associated with athletic events, from football fight songs and figure skating waltzes to jock jams. Notable works include “Olympic Fanfare and Theme” by John Williams, Albert Von Tilzer’s “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” and selections from “Rocky” composed by Bill Conti. (Don Thrasher)
Cost: $50.50 to $123.50
More info: 937-228-3630 or www.daytonlive.org
3. Holy Angels Fish Fry
When: 6-11:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6
Where: Holy Angels School, 223 L St., Dayton
Details: Activities includes a fish dinner, dessert, silent auction, raffle drawings, various games of chance and a photo booth.
Cost: $10-$100
More info: holyangelsdayton.org
4. Campfire Comedy
When: 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6
Where: Wiley’s Comedy Club, 101 Pine St., Dayton
Details: This entertaining event featuring local comedians moves indoors for the winter.
Cost: $15
More info: 937-224-5653 or www.wileycomedy.com
Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO GARY MITCHELL
Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO GARY MITCHELL
5. On Repeat Vol. 2
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5. Doors open at 7 p.m.
Where: The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton
Details: Local concert promoter Joe “Vibes” Kelner presents “On Repeat Vol. 2,” a showcase of local music. This bill features electronic acts Isicle and Mt. Analogue and singer-songwriters Kyleen Downes and Sara Similar. (Don Thrasher)
Cost: $10 in advance, $15 day of show
More info: 937-410-0450 or www.thebrightsidedayton.com
6. “Poor Things” and “The Color Purple” at The Neon
When: Screenings for Jan. 5-11: “Poor Things”: 1:15 p.m., 4:20 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Fri-Sun; 3:30 p.m., 7:15 p.m. Mon-Thurs; “The Color Purple”: 1:00 p.m., 4:10 p.m., 7:15 p.m. Fri-Sun; 3:15 p.m., 7:00 p.m. Mon-Thurs.
Where: Neon Movies, 130 E. Fifth St., Dayton
Details: Oscar buzz is building at The Neon. The kooky, thought-provoking “Poor Things” stars Emma Stone as a woman brought back to life by an unorthodox scientist who ultimately “grows steadfast in her purpose to stand for equality and liberation.” The beautiful film adaptation of the musical version of “The Color Purple” features terrific work from Fantasia Barrino as Celie and Danielle Brooks as Sofia.
Cost: $8.50-$10.50
More info: 937-222-7469 or neonmovies.com
7. Twelfth Night Ball
When: 5:30-10 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 6
Where: Patterson Homestead, 1815 Brown St., Dayton
Details: The Jane Austen Society of North America Dayton will hold its annual event that includes dinner, Regency Era dancing (with instruction and dance callers), period card games and a silent auction.
Cost: $65 for members. $75 for non-members
More info: facebook.com/jasnadayton
Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
8. Cab Grass
When: 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5. Cover begins at 7 p.m.
Where: Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St., Dayton
Details: Cab Grass is a concert in Level Up Productions’ new Roots and Heritage Series devoted to local and regional Americana artists. The Shady Pine, fronted by Max Nunery of the Repeating Arms, kicks off the first installment. The local bluegrass act will be joined by special guests. (Don Thrasher)
Cost: $9 in advance, $12 day of show
More info: 937-424-3870 or www.yellowcabtavern.com
9. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec: The Birth of Modern Paris”
When: Through Jan. 14. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 12-5 p.m. Sunday.
Where: Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North
Details: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec was a French painter and pioneer of modern poster design and lithograph art. Known internationally as a leading Post-Impressionist, he made art that explores the cabarets, racetracks, music halls, circuses, cafés and brothels of Paris during the late 19th century. Filled with empathy and humor, his images offer a captivating, nearly journalistic view of Paris in la belle époque (the beautiful era).
Cost: $5-$15. Free for children ages 6 and younger.
More info: www.daytonartinstitute.org
10. Family Skate Day: Animal Adventures!
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 7
Where: MetroParks Ice Rink, 237 E. Monument Ave., Dayton
Details: This event features craft bags, Five Rivers MetroParks animal ambassadors, a scavenger hunt and more.
Cost: Admission fee: $7 daily; Ice skate rental: $3 daily
More info: metroparks.org
11. Mark Stuart
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6
Where: Trail Town Brewing, 101 Corry St., Yellow Springs
Details: The Nashville-based guitarist will blend originals and classics in an evening of storytelling. He was a regular at Canal Street Tavern with Stacy Earle and has made local appearances in the past few years. He also toured with Joan Baez, Freddy Fender, Steve Earle/Dukes and Steve Forbet among others.
Cost: No charge (musician, “tip jar” show).
More info: markstuart.net
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Credit: CONTRIBUTED
12. Grand opening of The Reserve on Third
When: The evening of Saturday, Jan. 6
Where: 452 E. Third St., Dayton
Details: The 4,000-square-foot lounge will serve those 25 and up Saturday through Wednesday. Co-owner Erin Parrott said their goal is to create a niche environment where older, mature people can feel comfortable. On Thursdays and Fridays, the lounge will be open to those 21 and up. The Reserve on Third will feature two outdoor patios in addition to the indoor space, several picture-worthy moments, a warm and inviting environment, cocktails and a small kitchen menu. (Natalie Jones)
More info: Visit www.thereservethird.com or the lounge’s Facebook or Instagram pages.
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