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Sunday, January 11th, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ With God’s Grace served 28,000 families in 2025 in Montgomery, Greene, and Preble counties and distributed 3.6 million pounds of food, executive director Nicole Adkins said the nonprofit will expand its outreach in 2026 by boosting its free grocery store and mobile pantry to help more households get healthy meals. Dayton 24/7 Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Dayton Metro Library was named a Top Innovator by the Urban Libraries Council for its Reading Railroad Initiative — a project supporting lifelong reading among Black boys, men, and their support systems. This national honor is the library's first and may serve as a model for other libraries. WHIO-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Dayton’s Largest Wedding & Expo took place at the Nutter Center on Saturday, giving engaged couples a chance to meet over 90 vendors including photographers, florists, DJs and cake designers. The expo continues today from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (demos include dance and flower showcases). WHIO-TV
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Dayton Battle of the Bands - Week 1
7 PM - 10 PM — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Series pass required — Experience the electrifying first night of local band battles showcasing alternative and rock music.
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Dayton & Cincinnati RV Show
12 PM – 4 PM — Roberts Centre — Free entry — Explore family-friendly RVs and rescue adorable bulldogs at this pet-friendly event.
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Dayton Ohio Eurogamers Meetup
6:30-11:55 p.m. — Bell, Book & Comic — Free entry — Gather for an evening of board games, welcoming both beginners and experts alike.
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LyGrace Journaling Club
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Dayton Metro Library - West Branch — Free entry — Explore personal growth through journaling with community support and guided activities.
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The DEADSTOCK Trot 5K
5-7 p.m. — Riverscape Metropark — Registration Fee Applies — Challenge yourself with a 5K run from the DEADSTOCK brand, fueled by Celsius Energy Drink.
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The Art of Healing Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art Has No Rules — Registration required — Engage in a creative wellness experience combining mental health awareness, color therapy, and artistic expression to relieve stress and build confidence.
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LaunchPad Entrepreneurial Event
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Benham's Grove — Free entry — Connect, learn, and grow with the Dayton entrepreneurial community through expert-led sessions and networking.
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Ohayocon Anime Convention
Jan 30 - Feb 1 — Dayton Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate all things anime at this vibrant three-day convention filled with fans, panels, and cosplay.
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Groundhog Day Celebration at The Boonshoft Museum
10-11 a.m. — Boonshoft Museum of Discovery — Regular museum admission — Enjoy predictions from Walnut the Hedgehog and family-friendly activities including crafts and animal interactions.
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The Cook-Off & Bon Appétit
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Roger Glass Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Delight in a comic opera and the culinary charm of Julia Child as she prepares her classic chocolate cake.
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