Community Calendar

Looking for a fun and unique autumn activity? Then come to our Pumpkin Blow! With help from our professional glassblowers, you can blow your own pumpkin from hot molten glass. Everyone 5 years and older can participate, making this a perfect activity you can enjoy with your family. Don't miss your chance to experience the wonder that is glass art this holiday season with your loved ones!

The Member’s Spotlight Exhibitions at The Contemporary Dayton celebrate the vibrant creativity of our local and regional artist community. Open to all current artist members, this ongoing series offers participants the unique opportunity to present a focused body of work in a solo exhibition curated by Heather Jones, Interim Director and Chief Curator.

Each exhibition is installed in The T. Chase Hale & Jonathan A. Hale Gallery and remains on view for one month, opening with a public reception on the first Wednesday and continuing through the last Saturday of the month. These exhibitions not only highlight the diverse practices and perspectives of our members but also provide a professional platform for artists to gain visibility and engage directly with audiences.

Most artworks are available for purchase, with proceeds supporting both the artist and The Contemporary Dayton’s mission to advance equity, diversity, and access through contemporary art. Participation in the Member Spotlight series is one of the many valuable benefits of being an artist member of The Contemporary Dayton.

Join The Dayton International Peace Museum & The Funk Music Hall of Fame & Exhibition Center to celebrate The International Day of Peace on Courthouse Square! We will have a DJ, Line Dancing, Remarks from Mayor Turner-Sloss and a Peace & Funk Reception to follow in the museum. Free and open to the community.

Join us every Monday for our service industry thank you party. Come by to meet people and make friends over great drinks, food and pool at Belmont Billiards.

Community Conversations Are Coming to Your Neighborhood

Every community has its own story.

Some are focused on neighborhood revitalization. Others are navigating growth, infrastructure, housing, public safety, or the challenges of rising property taxes. But no matter where I go, one thing remains the same: People want honest conversations about the issues affecting their everyday lives.

That's why I'm launching Community Conversations across Montgomery County.

This isn't a campaign speech.

It isn't a fundraiser.

It isn't a political rally.

It's an opportunity to sit down, ask questions, share ideas, and have an honest conversation about the issues that matter most to you.
Property values.
Property taxes. Government transparency.
Ill The role of the County Auditor.
Or simply... what's on your mind.

Whether you stay for five minutes or the entire hour, I hope you'll stop by.

READ MORE HERE: https://tammymurphyforauditor.com/community-conversations-2/
• Check the schedule below to find the location closest to you. (we will post reminders for each area in advance!)

I'd love the opportunity to listen.

Every community matters. Every conversation matters.

Every Monday night we’ve got chessboards, a craft supplies table, and...
$3 Dulce Vida Tequila shots
$4 Margaritas
$3 Fretboard cans
We’ve got a community scrapbook, what are you wanting to get crafty with? We have yarn, hooks and needles, and general scrapbooking supplies and coloring books. Spinning vinyl/cds, if there’s something you would like to hear, bring a hard copy!
We have house chessboards, but feel free to bring your favorite board from home. All skill levels welcome!!

Monday, August 3, 2026 | 8:00PM | 21+

FREE

Kick Out The Jams Karaoke Mondays
hosted by our very own Rob Weil

EVERY MONDAY 8P-12:30A
Sign-ups start at 7:30P

INDUSTRY NIGHT is EVERY MONDAY at MOTR PUB
With proof of industry employment, enjoy:
$2 off select draft and wine
$5 Tito’s vodka and Bulleit bourbon
$2 off any sandwich w/ the purchase of a drink

Bar opens at 6PM!

Take part in a self-guided geocache-style passport adventure to explore 12 meaningful locations across Kettering, each connected to an America 250 Ohio monthly theme. Pick-up a passport at select locations to get started!

More information and passport locations are at http://www.ketteringoh.org/america-250-kettering-passport

This will be a time to share a cup of coffee or 2, and relax and have casual conversation.

(If there are any questions, please call me, Barbara Neyhouse at 937-287-7334. Thank you.)

MEMOIR: WRITE YOUR STORY
A 5-week in-person class
Every person has a story. Whether you want to honor someone who’s made a difference in your life, document unique experiences or travels, record your family history, or capture a particular slice of your life, this five-week class will help beginning or experienced writers put their stories on paper. This course will help you narrow the focus of your story, give it shape, and define its underlying theme. We’ll examine memoir techniques and pitfalls, and plenty of prompts and exercise will help you dig deeper into your life and mine important memories that add depth to your story. Class members will be asked to obtain a copy of the memoir The Liar’s Club by Mary Karr, which we will be discussing throughout the course.
Saturdays, September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am

Conference Room 1A, Dayton Metro Library, Main Campus, 215 E Third Street, Dayton, OH, free parking at meters on weekends or garage, beneath the library, accessible from St. Clair Street.

PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE LIBRARY WITH QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS CLASS, SEND ALL QUERIES TO WORDSWORTHDAYTON@GMAIL.COM

Register today to take advantage of Early Bird Pricing through August 29.