Community Calendar

We're delighted to have National Theatre Live's production of LIFE OF PI on our schedule for Sunday, Dec. 7 at 5:00.

"Puppetry, magic and storytelling combine in a unique, Olivier Award-winning stage adaptation of the best-selling novel. After a cargo ship sinks in the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean, a 16-year-old boy named Pi is stranded on a lifeboat with four other survivors – a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan and a Royal Bengal tiger. Filmed live in London’s West End and featuring state-of-the-art visuals, the epic journey of endurance and hope is bought to life in a breath-taking new way for cinemas screens."

Open Mic nights on 2nd And 4th Wednesday
Poetry/Spoken Word Night on 1st & 3rd Wednesday
Beginning At 7

Watch as the stage transforms into a heavenly landscape where a young mischievous angel learns that all gifts are valuable and all beings are special. This holiday season, experience The Littlest Angel—a magical retelling of Charles Tazewell's beloved story brought to life through stunning dance that celebrates Black heritage and the true spirit of giving. Perfect for families, first-time dance audiences, and arts enthusiasts alike, this 90-minute production needs no dance experience to sweep you up in its magic.

Presented by Dayton Contemporary Dance Company—one of the nation's top 10 modern dance companies and a beacon of artistic excellence for nearly 60 years —this cherished annual tradition holds deep roots in our community. DCDC founder Jeraldyne Blunden once read this story to her daughter, current Artistic Director Debbie Blunden-Diggs, who later danced in early versions. Now, Associate Artistic Director Crystal Michelle's choreography continues the legacy, bringing together our community for an unforgettable evening.

Performances: December 12 & 13, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Location: University of Dayton Boll Theatre
Tickets: $35
Purchase: DaytonLive.org/littlest-angel

Make this December memorable. Experience the wonder of The Littlest Angel and discover why audiences have cherished this production year after year.

Watch as the stage transforms into a heavenly landscape where a young mischievous angel learns that all gifts are valuable and all beings are special. This holiday season, experience The Littlest Angel—a magical retelling of Charles Tazewell's beloved story brought to life through stunning dance that celebrates Black heritage and the true spirit of giving. Perfect for families, first-time dance audiences, and arts enthusiasts alike, this 90-minute production needs no dance experience to sweep you up in its magic.

Presented by Dayton Contemporary Dance Company—one of the nation's top 10 modern dance companies and a beacon of artistic excellence for nearly 60 years —this cherished annual tradition holds deep roots in our community. DCDC founder Jeraldyne Blunden once read this story to her daughter, current Artistic Director Debbie Blunden-Diggs, who later danced in early versions. Now, Associate Artistic Director Crystal Michelle's choreography continues the legacy, bringing together our community for an unforgettable evening.

Performances: December 12 & 13, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Location: University of Dayton Boll Theatre
Tickets: $35
Purchase: DaytonLive.org/littlest-angel

Make this December memorable. Experience the wonder of The Littlest Angel and discover why audiences have cherished this production year after year.

Open Mic nights on 2nd And 4th Wednesday
Poetry/Spoken Word Night on 1st & 3rd Wednesday
Beginning At 7

Open Mic nights on 2nd And 4th Wednesday
Poetry/Spoken Word Night on 1st & 3rd Wednesday
Beginning At 7

Open Mic nights on 2nd And 4th Wednesday
Poetry/Spoken Word Night on 1st & 3rd Wednesday
Beginning At 7

Let the rhythms lift your feet and your spirits! Join us on first Fridays to dance, socialize, or just sit and listen to some of the best bands and callers in the region. No experience is necessary, all ages are welcome and you don’t need to bring a partner. The caller teaches all dances before they start. Live music at every dance. 
7:00 PM – Free lesson, all encouraged to come early
7:30 – 10:30 PM – Contra dancing

What is contra dancing?  Taken from: caldancecoop.org/resources/what-is-contra-dancing/ which has more details and videos
Contra dance differs from Square dance in that Contra dance is done in lines rather than in a 4-couple square.   Many of the terms are the same in both Contra and Square dancing, so if you remember any of the terms from old school days or previous occasions, you’re already halfway there.   Now and then, a Contra dance caller may even call a Square dance or two during the evening’s dance.

Footwork in Contra dancing is very simple.   Generally it’s just a walking step to the music.

NO DANCE IN DECEMBER

Open Mic nights on 2nd And 4th Wednesday
Poetry/Spoken Word Night on 1st & 3rd Wednesday
Beginning At 7

Open Mic nights on 2nd And 4th Wednesday
Poetry/Spoken Word Night on 1st & 3rd Wednesday
Beginning At 7