Community Calendar

Experience the Heart of Dayton's Art Scene

Explore 150+ artists, studios, vintage vendors, food trucks, and more at Front Street's First Friday Hart Hop and Saturday open studios

The 19th Annual HWD Juried Sculpture Exhibition is on display in the Kettering Health Art Gallery at Rosewood Arts Center! HWD (Height x Width x Depth) is a juried exhibition for sculpture artists in Ohio and surrounding states and is the area's only gallery exhibition devoted exclusively to sculpture. This year 53 artists submitted 141 pieces from which the juror, Justin Teilhet, chose 30 artworks representing 23 artists.

The exhibition will be on view from Monday, September 29 to Saturday, November 8, 2025. A closing reception will be held on November 8 from 1 to 3 p.m. Stop in anytime during our open hours to view the show! Our galleries are always free and open to the public.

It’s time for Riverside’s favorite tradition—the 16th Annual Hometown Holiday Celebration!
Join us Saturday, November 8th from 2 to 6 p.m. outside Stebbins High School.

We’ll kick off the holiday season and honor our Veterans in a very special way. Don’t miss Santa’s grand arrival by fire truck at 2 p.m.! Plus—live entertainment, horse-drawn wagon rides, vendors, food trucks, pictures with Santa, and the lighting of the holiday tree.

Bring a non-perishable food donation for Project Share, or hats, mittens, and scarves for Pay it Forward. You can also drop off American Flags for proper disposal.

For details, email Lynn@RiversideChamber.com
or call 937-477-3289.

J.D. Pinkus (Butthole Surfers/Melvins)
Yes Ma'am (New Orleans folk-punk)
w/EyeSwatter, The Sipes, Uncle Mounty
Saturday, Nov 8 • 7pm • 16+
Cosmo Joe's Atomic Lounge
121 N Ludlow St, Dayton, OH
$14 presale ($17 at the door)
Blind Rage Records or online:
CincyTicket.com/JDPinkus

Trail Town Brewing will be hoppin this Saturday night with this dynamic duo coined "SugRRocK". They will be sharing a variety of Rock Classics, Blues, & Songwriter hits ranging from the 60's through the 2000's with a few originals in the mix along with Trail Town's fabulous menu & craft brew! Everyone is invited to visit for some live music in this charming venue in the heart of Yellow Springs.

Punk Nite Mike's 50th birthday bash!
GIVE-UPS, VICEROY KINGS
Sat, Nov 8 • Blind Bob's
430 E 5th St, Dayton, OH
8pm • $10 • 21+

K. Carter is putting on the concert of all concerts to celebrate his birthday and album release for "S.T.E.M"! With performances from Tino, Heather Redman and the Reputation, and NightBeast this will be a night to remember! Also with guest appearances from Flam, Young Reese Dude, P The Emcee, P The Prophet, Day Luster, and Ren1! Be there November 8th for the show of the year!! $15 at the door and doors open at 8pm!!! Ages 16 and up!!

American Whale (formerly the Simon Fink Band) will be in residence at South Park Tavern on Second* Saturdays from August through November. Music will be 8--10pm with special musical guests at each show!
August 9, featuring Sharon Lane & Danny Sauers
September 13, featuring Ramblewood
October 18*, featuring Cigar Box Scott
(* = actually a THIRD Saturday)
November 8, featuring Catsteel

THE FLASHBACK BAND will play at Nine Pines Winery, in Yellow Springs, OH, on Sat., 11/8/25 from 8 - 10 PM. Door opens at 7:30 PM. The band, who has been playing in & around the Dayton area for 20 years, plays music of the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s and some current music as well. They cover a wide range of genres including classic rock, funk, dance and even a little disco. They are labelling the sets on Sat. as a “Hippie Fest.” Flashback Band says, “we make our shows fun - high energy with a lot of engaging with our audiences.” There is a $5 cash cover at the door. Nine Pines is a cash-only venue, open only for events, located 2 miles from the village of Yellow Springs at 1860 Hilt Rd, YSO. Visit NinePinesWinery.com, 937-409-5047.
CAPTION FOR PHOTO: FLASHBACK BAND members – left to right - Chuck Honnell - Keyboard/Vocals, Shawn McNabb - Drums, Brenda Lambros - Lead Vocals, Sam Lambros - Lead Guitar/Vocals, John Conley- Bass Guitar/Vocals. Submitted photo.

Join us for a night with The Gage Thomas Band!
DOORS 8PM
MUSIC 9PM
$5 COVER