Good morning, Dayton.

Beau, a Doberman mix, found a loving home with Amy Williams and her niece at the Humane Society of Greater Dayton during its Black Friday promotion sponsored by Give Them 10 (he now weighs about 50 pounds and lives with his Frenchie sister, Roxy).

Two major food and drink brands are expanding soon in the Miami Valley.

The new ventures will boost Dayton’s business scene by offering fresh dining and drinking options.

Culture Works teams with Dayton Masonic Center to boost arts by hosting events in the 300,000 sqft historic space.

The venture will feature performances in the 700-seat Templar Room & the 1,600-seat auditorium to welcome local groups and national acts.

The Dayton Regional STEM School now holds elementary classes at its new Kettering building next to the high school.

The independent public school opened the facility with new funding & will add third and fifth grades next year.

Dayton Public Schools board voted unanimously to add eighth grade to River’s Edge Montessori on Linwood Street, allowing current seventh grade students to stay for one additional year.

The decision followed a Nov. 11 presentation by staff and students that highlighted the school’s strong performance.

Dayton Public teacher Ms. Neumann led a classroom debate on whether chocolate should be included in school lunches, where students explored its historic and current relevance.

She adapts her lessons on the fly and uses interactive feedback (including a cabinet of supplies) to support learners.

Dayton officials have opened warming centers at local recreation centers to help residents stay warm as a winter storm nears.

They are open today 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and next week Monday to Friday 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

A major winter storm is expected and Versiti is seeking O-negative and O-positive blood donations plus platelets at the Dayton Blood Donation Center — 349 S.

Main St. Donations take about one hour and appointments are encouraged though walk-ins are welcome.

Wendy in Dayton celebrated her birthday when her friend Carrie gifted a bouquet of 60 scratch-off lottery tickets — one of which made her a big winner.

The Dayton area real estate market edged up in 2025 as home sales rose 1% and December sales jumped 14% (year over year) amid robust demand, and industry leaders expect a strong start to 2026.

A luxury estate in Clearcreek Twp on Derby Lane sold for a record $4.2M after being on the market since April+ a Dayton agent said local demand yielded multiple offers over a 60-day period.

A local trust plans to use the guest house for family.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Euchre Tournament

7-10 p.m. — Charles I Lathrem Senior Center — Light refreshments provided — Compete in this annual tradition for gift card prizes in an evening of fun competition.

University of Dayton International Festival

5-6:30 p.m. — University Of Dayton Kennedy Union Boll Theatre — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of global cuisine, cultural performances, and an international bazaar.

Miami County Home & Garden Show

2-6 p.m., 10 a.m.-6 p.m., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Hobart Arena — Free entry — Discover innovative home improvement ideas and connect with local specialists at Miami County's premier Home Show.