More than 40 fun things to do in January

JAN. 4

Berry Wing of European Art: The gallery reopens following construction. Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton. Museum hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. $8 adults, $5 seniors, groups and active military, free for DAI members, students and youth. 937-223-4ART (4278) or www.daytonartinstitute.org.

JAN. 6

New Year's Revolution: This Internet-pay-per-view wrestling match is presented live at Rockstar Pro Arena, 1106 E. Third St., Dayton. 7 p.m. $10 general admission, $15 for ringside seats. www.rockstarproarena.net.

JAN. 6 & 7

DeRay Davies: The actor-comedian returns to town. Funny Bone Comedy Club, 88 Plum St., The Greene, Beavercreek. 7:30 & 10 p.m. $30-$60. 937-429-LAFF (5233) or www.daytonfunnybone.com.

"Alexander Nevsky": Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra presents this Masterworks Series concert featuring mezzo-soprano Ryu-Kyung Kim and Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra Chorus. Schuster Center, Second and Main streets, Dayton. 8 p.m. $8-$64.30. 937-228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

"The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee": Dare 2 Defy Productions presents the Tony Award-winning musical comedy. Schuster Center, Mathile Theatre, Dayton. 8 p.m. Friday, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday. $24.50 adults, $21.50 military and seniors, $19.50 students. Ticket Center Stage.

JAN. 7

Great Miami's Great Christmas Tree Burn: The second annual event returns to Adventures on the Great Miami, 1995 Ross Road, Tipp City. 5 p.m., burn at 7:30 p.m. Free. 937-266-6252 or https://greatmiami.net.

JAN. 8

African Children's Choir: The group presents several concerts featuring traditional spirituals, children's songs and gospel favorites. Lebanon Presbyterian Church, 123 N. East St., Lebanon. 8:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. St. Peter Catholic Church, 6161 Chambersburg Road, Huber Heights. 7:30 p.m. Cost: Free but donations accepted. www.africanchildrenshoirc.com.

JAN. 10-15

"42nd Street": Victoria Theatre Association presents the Premier Health Broadway Series. Schuster Center, Dayton. 8 p.m. with 2 p.m. matinees Saturday and Sunday and 7:30 p.m. show on Jan. 15. $30-$97. Ticket Center Stage.

JAN. 12-15

"Hairspray": Muse Machine presents the stage musical based on the John Waters film. Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton. 7 p.m. Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday, 3 and 8 p.m. Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday. $26-$60. Ticket Center Stage.

Jeff Dye: The actor-comedian recently appeared alongside Henry Winkler, George Foreman, William Shatner and Terry Bradshaw on NBC's adventure series, "Better Late Than Never." Funny Bone Comedy Club, The Greene, Beavercreek. 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Sunday, 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. $15-$45, Thursday and Sunday, $17-$47 Friday and Saturday.

JAN. 13

Tacos and Tequila: This special Passport to Paradise dinner five different tequilas paired with five gourmet tacos. El Meson, 903 E. Dixie Drive, West Carrollton. 7-9 p.m. $40. 937-859-8229 or www.elmeson.net.

JAN. 13 & 14

"The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee": Dare 2 Defy Productions presents the Tony Award-winning musical comedy. Dayton Art Institute, Renaissance Auditorium, Dayton. 8 p.m. $15, $23, $30.

Jeff Bodart: The Indianapolis-based actor-comedian performs at Wiley's Comedy Joint, 101 Pine St., Dayton. 8 p.m. $10. 937-224-5653 or www.wileyscomedy.com.

JAN. 13-16

THE 2017 FLYIN' TO THE HOOP INVITATIONAL:The 15th annual high school basketball tournament features 37 teams with more than 75 projected Division I recruits. Trent Arena, 3301 Shroyer Road, Kettering. 6:30 p.m. Friday, 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sunday and Monday. $10-$90. 937-704-9670, ext. 130 or http://flyintothehoop.com.

JAN. 14

Machinae Supremacy: The Swedish rockers, currently on its first tour of the United States, perform with special guests Urizen, Danimal Cannon and Knight of the Round. Rockstar Pro Arena, 1106 E. Third St., Dayton. 6 p.m. $13. Local groups Others By No One and Siegelord will also perform. www.rockstarproarena.net.

Ryan Roth & the Comeback Special: The Dayton-based tribute to Elvis Presley returns to Gilly's, Dayton. 7 and 10 p.m.

Barrel Aged Beer Bash: More than 80 specialty brews will be featured in this tasting event. Jungle Jim's International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy., Fairfield. 7-9 p.m. $42.60 general admission, $15.98 non-drinker ticket. 513-674-6000 or www.junglejims.com.

JAN. 16

Martin Luther King Celebration: The local MLK March begins at 1323 W. Third St., Dayton. 10 a.m., followed by a rally at Dayton Convention Center, 22 E. Fifth St., Dayton. 11 a.m. Free. www.mlkdayton.org.

MLK Celebration Banquet: Still Standing is the theme of Martin Luther King dinner featuring speaker Rev. Joan Brown-Campbell. Dayton Convention Center, Dayton. 6 p.m. $75 per person, $600 per table.

JAN. 17-FEB. 3

"Ferguson Voices: Disrupting the Frame": The new photography exhibition is on display in the University of Dayton's Roesch Library, First Floor Gallery, Dayton. 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. Free. www.udayton.edu.

JAN. 18

Sneak Peek to Winter Restaurant Week: Sample dishes from some of the many restaurants that will be participating in the Miami Valley Restaurant Association's Winter Restaurant Week promotion Jan. 22-29. The preview event will take place from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at White Allen European Auto Group, 648 N. Springboro Pike. Tickets will be $20.17 in advance until Jan. 17 and $25 the day of. Tickets include one drink ticket. Additional drink tickets will be $3 for domestic beers, $4 for craft beers and $5 for wines and Buckeye Vodka cocktails $5. More info: www.dineoutdayton.org or the MVRA's Facebook page.

JAN. 19

Dierks Bentley: The country singer presents his What the Hell World Tour with special guests Cole Swindell and Jon Pardi. Nutter Center, 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy., Fairborn. 7:30 p.m. $34.75 and $54.75. 937-775-4789 or www.nuttercenter.com.

JAN. 19-FEB. 26

"Steel Magnolias": Small-town Louisiana is the setting for this comedy-drama that explores the healing power of humor and friendship. La Comedia Dinner Theatre, 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro. 12:30 p.m. Thursday and Sunday, 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. $61-$75 adults, $30 children 11 and younger. 937-746-4554 or www.lacomedia.com.

JAN. 20 & 21

"Lights, Camera … the Oscars!": The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra presents the SuperPops Series concert. Schuster Center, Dayton. 8 p.m. $13-$79. Ticket Center Stage.

JAN. 20-FEB. 5

"Luna Gale": Dayton Theatre Guild presents Rebecca Gilman's powerful drama about faith and forgiveness. The Caryl D. Philips TheatreScape, 430 Wayne Ave., Dayton. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m. Sunday opening weekend, and 8 p.m. Friday, 5 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday the following weekends. $20 adults, $18 seniors and $13 students. 937-278-5993 or www.daytontheatreguild.org.

"Xanadu": Musical magic ensues when the Muses of Mount Olympus come to the aid of dispirited artist in Venice Beach. Dayton Playhouse, 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave., Dayton. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays. $18 adults, $16 for seniors, students and military. 937-424-8477 or www.daytonplayhouse.org.

JAN. 21

Winter Blues Showcase: Dayton Blues Society presents its annual event featuring headliner Stacy Mitchhart with the Joe Tellmann Band, Dan Holt and Johnny Fink & the Intrusion. Gilly's, Dayton. 7:30 p.m. $20.

JAN. 22

"Lift Ev'ry Voice": The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra presents this special Stained Glass Concert. Schuster Center, Dayton. 3 p.m. $10. Ticket Center Stage.

JAN. 22-29

Winter Restaurant Week: Get three-course meals at a discount during this twice-yearly restaurant promotion sponsored by the Miami Valley Restaurant Association. More information, including participating restaurants, pricing and menus, coming soon at www.dineoutdayton.org and the Miami Valley Restaurant Association's Facebook page.

JAN. 26

John McEuen and Friends: The country rock legend presents Will the Circle Be Unbroken. Victoria Theatre, Dayton. 7:30 p.m. $25-$40. Ticket Center Stage.

Dionne Warwick: The top-selling vocalist performs at the Schuster Center, Dayton. 8 p.m. $43-$83. Ticket Center Stage.

JAN. 27

Island Luau: Smokin' Bee-Bee-Q and Hunger Paynes co-host and island-themed night of food, music and more. The Yellow Cab Bldg., 700 E. Fourth St., Dayton. 5-10 p.m. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Free for kids 12 and younger. 937-203-8175 or www.yellowcabtavern.com.

Winter Brewster & Spirits: Sample offerings from local breweries and distilleries like Belle of Dayton, Crooked Handle, Stillwrights and Lucky Star. Schuster Center, Wintergarden, Dayton. 6 p.m. $25 adults, $5 designated driver. Ticket Center Stage.

The Bourbon Tasting: Joseph Head from the Century Bar is the guest speaker for this event. El Meson, 903 E. Dixie Drive, West Carrollton. 7-10 p.m. $45. 937-859-8229 or www.elmeson.net.

JAN. 27 & 28

John Witherspoon: The actor-comedian returns to town for a special engagement at the Funny Bone Comedy Club, The Greene, Beavercreek. 7:30 & 10 p.m. $25-$55.

JAN. 28

"Soulful": Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra presents this Rockin' Orchestra Series concert featuring Jeans 'n Classics and singer Gavin Hope. Schuster Center, Dayton. 8 p.m. $27-$81. Ticket Center Stage.

"Love, Sex & Poetry: 'Til Death Do We Part": Metaphorically Speaking presents this show exploring the highs and lows of romance. Victoria Theatre, Dayton. 8 p.m. $33.50-$83.50. Ticket Center Stage.

JAN. 29

Sweet Treats Festival: Planned2Give the annual event featuring cakes, candy, cupcakes and other dessert items. Trent Arena, 3301 Shroyer Road, Kettering. 1-4 p.m. $25. www.mostmetro.com.

Concertmaster's Choice: The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra Chamber Series features Jessica Hung, Karen Manteufel, Sheridan Kamberger Currie and others. Dayton Art Institute, Renaissance Auditorium, Dayton. 3 p.m. $22 adults, $20 educators, military and seniors and $14 students. Ticket Center Stage.

Daniel Stein: The tenor vocalist and graduate of Wright State University returns to campus for a performance in WSU's Schuster Hall, in the Creative Arts Center, Fairborn. 3 p.m. Free.

JAN. 30

"Down to Nothing": The National Geographic Live Series presents mountaineer Hilaree O'Neill. Victoria Theatre, Dayton. 7 p.m. $27-$32. Ticket Center Stage.

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