When: Sunday, June 11 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Temple Israel, 130 Riverside Dr., Dayton
Details: This festival offers fun, informative opportunities centered around Jewish culture. In addition to music and stories, you can learn about rituals, Torah and holidays, taste brisket and falafel, play games, shop for crafts and more.
Cost: Free
More info: 937-496-0050 or www.tidayton.org
2. St. Helen Spring Festival
When: June 9-11; 6:30-11 p.m. Friday, 1-11 p.m. Saturday, 1-9 p.m. Sunday
Where: 605 Granville Place, Dayton
Details: The annual festival will have rides, food, flea market, book fair, kids games and a beer garden.
Cost: Free
More info: www.sthelenfestival.org
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Credit: RICK FLYNN PHOTOGRAPHY
3. ‘Hedda Gabler’
When: Through June 18; Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m.
Where: Dayton Theatre Guild, 430 Wayne Ave. Dayton
Details: David Shough directs an excellent, beautifully conceived production of Henrik Ibsen’s classic drama adapted by Christopher Shinn. An outstanding Kelli Locker brings laser focus and deliciously treacherous intent to her portrayal of the titular bored housewife whose manipulative instincts ultimately spin out of control. The authoritatively sly Zach Katris embodies Judge Brack with an imposing twinkle in his eye, and there’s equally strong supporting performances from emotional duo Jared Mola (Ejlert Lovborg) and Kayla Graham (Thea Elvsted). Matt Meier as Hedda’s hopelessly nebbish husband Jorgen Tesman, Melissa Ertsgaard as Jorgen’s doting aunt Juliane, and Stacy Brewer as dutiful maid Berte complete the cohesive cast. In addition to scenic designer Red Newman’s striking era-fluid dreamscape aesthetic, Shough’s lighting, sound and costume design elevate the sophisticated elegance of this Guild achievement.
Cost: $21 for adults, $19 for seniors, and $14 for students
More info: 937-278-5993 or www.daytontheatreguild.org
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Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
4. I Love the ‘90s Tour
When: Saturday, June 10 at 8 p.m.
Where: Fraze Pavilion, 695 Lincoln Park Blvd., Kettering
Details: I Love the ‘90s is a package tour featuring an eclectic mix of rap, rock and R&B from the decade that gave us. This bill features Mark McGrath of Sugar Ray, Naughty By Nature’s Treach, Kid N Play, All-4-One, 2 Live Crew, DJ Kool and Color Me Badd. (Don Thrasher)
Cost: $45 lawn & terrace, $75.50 plaza and orchestra in advance. Ticket prices increase $5 day of show.
More info: 937-296-3300 or www.fraze.com
5. St. Christopher Parish Summer Festival
When: June 9-11; 6-11 p.m. Friday, 1-11 p.m., Saturday, and noon-6 p.m. Sunday
Where: 435 E. National Road, Vandalia
Details: Enjoy festival food, bingo, gambling, rides, live music, games, raffles and more.
Cost: Free
More info: www.festival.stchristopheronline.com.
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Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
6. Cachitas Now!
When: Friday, June 9 at 7 p.m.
Where: Levitt Pavilion, 134 S. Main St., Dayton
Details: Cachitas Now! is an identity-inclusive LGBTQIA+ band from Argentina appearing in the United States for the first time this summer. The transfeminist group mixes its countries folklore with a cumbia groove and politically charged agenda. Dayton Metro Library co-presents Cachitas Now! In a World Music Series concert. (Don Thrasher)
Cost: Free
More info: www.levittdayton.org
7. World Refugee Day Celebration
When: Saturday, June 10 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Dayton Metro Library, 215 E. Third St., Dayton
Details: World Refugee Day is an annual celebration that honors the courage, strength, and determination of women, men, and children who are forced to flee their homes under threat of persecution, conflict, and violence. Come to enjoy storytelling from refugee community members, presentations, performances, music and food.
Cost: Free
More info: www.daytonmetrolibrary.org
8. For Dayton By Dayton
When: Saturday, June 10 from 4-9 p.m.
Where: RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave., Dayton
Details: For Dayton By Dayton celebrates community spirit with an annual concert featuring local artists from all genres.
Cost: Free
More info: www.4dbdayton.com
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Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
9. Local showcase
When: Saturday, June 10 at 8 p.m.
Where: Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St., Dayton
Details: Ten High Productions presents a night of original hard rock music from four area acts. The bill features Dreadful Rumor, which released the two-song single, “Miss Mistreater” and “Mr. Theater,” on May 5. Toxic Nobility has a new single, “Call To Rise,” released on May 18. Motel Faces is supporting its current single, “Another Shot Tonight, which released in early April. The Filthy Heathens are a newer Dayton group that started delivering hard-edged roots rock in late summer 2022. (Don Thrasher)
Cost: $12 in advance, $15 day of show
More info: 937-424-3870 or yellowcabtavern.com
10. Versailles Poultry Days
When: June 9-11; 9:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Friday, 7 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Saturday, and 9 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sunday
Where: 459 S. Center St., Versailles
Details: Poultry Days is an annual community festival which began in 1952 to celebrate the area’s history as a leading poultry-producer. Activities include rides, crafts, gambling, parade, ultimate frisbee tournament, antique car show, and more.
Cost: Free
More info: www.versaillespoultrydays.com
11. Yellow Springs Street Fair
When: Saturday, June 10 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Downtown Yellow Springs
Details: Expect over 250 vendors, 65 shops and eateries, music and more at this popular festival.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.yellowspringsohio.org/street-fair
12. Little Miami River Festival
When: Saturday, June 10 from noon-4 p.m.
Where: Washington Mill Park, 3311 Washington Mill Rd, Sugarcreek Twp.
Details: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Little Miami River’s National Wild and Scenic designation. Festivities include a morning canoe race, an afternoon festival including entertainment and educational presentations, children’s activities, food trucks and over 20 community organizations providing information and resources.
Cost: Free
More info: www.lmwn.org
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