Good morning, Dayton.

Dayton’s NATO PA Spring Session wrapped Monday as international guests toured the historic courthouse exhibit, which is open until May 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The newly unveiled Peace Sign interactive art piece will soon move to the Schuster Center — marking a lasting local impression.

On Memorial Day, the Entrepreneurs’ Center spoke with Scott Koorndyk plus Nick Ripplinger, an army veteran who founded Battle Sight Technologies, to show how veterans help spark local business ideas.

They explained that the company is developing new tools for warfighters and first responders to improve safety.

Delegates took part in the Plenary Sitting program (held at the Schuster Center in Dayton on Monday May 26) during the NATO Parliamentary Assembly events.

NATO Parliamentary Assembly President Marcos Perestrello ended a four-day session in Dayton with delegates applauding the city—after the final plenary on Monday, workers began dismantling downtown fencing while diplomats discussed plans for a NATO summit and boosting defense spending. Crews and delegates moved quickly as talks focused on the alliance's future and support for Ukraine.

Kettering Health is handling a technology outage from a cyberattack that began last Tuesday and could last 10 to 20 days, causing delays for surgeries, test results, and other treatments.

Emergency departments and urgent care centers remain open while temporary support lines are set up to help patients get care during this disruption—many report cancellations and long waits.

Swimming season is here as local health experts urge parents to supervise children closely and ensure pool water meets proper chlorine and pH levels—practices that can help lessen the risk of drowning for kids under 14.

2025 Phi Theta Pi Convention

May 28 – Jun 1 — Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Beavercreek — $119 per night — Attend the annual Phi Theta Pi Convention for networking and collaboration.

Baseball Game: West Michigan Whitecaps vs. Dayton Dragons

7:05-11:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Tickets available — Catch the excitement of a thrilling baseball matchup at the Dragons' home turf.

Passport to MetroParks

6-9 p.m. — RiverScape MetroPark — Free entry — Celebrate the summer festival season with live music, entertainment, and hands-on activities for all ages.

Funk Fest

5:30-9 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion Dayton — Free entry — Celebrate funk music with top artists including Rick James' Stone City Band and more.

Dayton Dragons vs. West Michigan Whitecaps

1:05-5:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch all the action as the Dayton Dragons take on the West Michigan Whitecaps in an exciting baseball matchup.

Try Paddlesports at Eastwood MetroPark

4-7 p.m. — Eastwood MetroPark — Free — Explore kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and canoeing with hands-on overviews and equipment provided.

Dayton Hybrid Engineering and Technology Career Fair

2-5 p.m. — On Par Entertainment — Free entry — Explore career opportunities in engineering, technology, and security clearance with top employers.

Counselor Training for Building Trades

8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Dayton Ohio Electrical JATC — Free entry — Enhance your knowledge on Building Trades Careers and Apprenticeship training for 7-12 School Counselors.

Class Act Drama Presents: Sound of Music

7-10:30 p.m. — Montgomery County ESC Learning Center North — Free for children under 5 — Experience a mesmerizing rendition of the timeless classic 'Sound of Music' brought to life by talented actors and musicians.

Ohio One Stop Shop Hop

9 AM – 5 PM — Nutter Center — Free entry — Explore 24 quilt shops showcasing fabrics, notions, and quilt kits all in one convenient location.