Good morning, Dayton.

Dayton residents have much to look forward to as South River Walk is closed for safety and accessibility improvements (work will last about 100 days) while local groups host family events including MetroParks open houses starting Tuesday, June 23 and a catch-and-release fishing challenge running through July 19.

A pop-up Boot Camp and Brews event will take place on Saturday, June 27 at 9:30 a.m. in Dayton, offering a high-energy workout with rowers and strength stations plus post-workout brews with no membership required.

Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce supports local business by fostering private investment and collaboration — efficient operations earned it prestigious Five-Star Accreditation among the top 3% of chambers nationwide.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory musical opens this week at a local theater.

It runs matinees on Thursday, Friday and Sunday (arrival 10:30-11:00 a.m., buffet 11:15 a.m., show 12:30 p.m.) and evenings on Thursday to Sunday (arrival 5:30-6:00 p.m., buffet 6:15 p.m., show 7:30 p.m.).

Today, Blue Dog Books in Springboro hosts a free paper airplane event from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Participants can create, decorate, and test their designs in a friendly contest with all supplies provided.

Senior Resource Connection — a Meals on Wheels provider — will begin mass layoffs for 160 employees on June 30 as it prepares to close its operations in Dayton.

Key services for over 15,000 clients will transfer to local agencies to continue support.

State Rep. Levi Dean proposed House Bill 949 (Campus Self-Defense Act) that would let students over 18 carry nonlethal self-defense weapons on college campuses; the bill is pending a hearing in the House Public Safety Committee and may require universities like Wright State to change storage policies.

Ohio’s Avery’s Law gives animal control new tools to handle dog confinement issues but removes their authority to investigate abuse claims.

Montgomery County ARC is working with Dayton law enforcement and humane societies to adjust to increased responsibilities and dog-related calls.

Bengals defensive back Dax Hill held his first free football camp for kids from the tri state area at Colerain High School on Saturday.

The camp offered skill-building sessions and drills to help young players learn proper techniques.

Dayton Dragons Baseball Game

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports as you watch the Dayton Dragons play baseball.

West Michigan Whitecaps at Dayton Dragons

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement as the Dayton Dragons take on the West Michigan Whitecaps in a thrilling baseball match.

Dayton Dragons vs. West Michigan Whitecaps

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling baseball action with the local heroes, the Dayton Dragons.

Gem City Groundlings present 'As You Like It'

7-9 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion Dayton — Free entry — Enjoy a witty comedy of love and identity in the scenic Forest of Arden.

West Michigan Whitecaps at Dayton Dragons

6:00 – 8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling minor league baseball with the Dayton Dragons at Day Air Ballpark.

WILD ENCOUNTERS

1-3 p.m. — Sinclair Community College Centerville — Free entry — Meet animal ambassadors from the Columbus Zoo and enjoy crafts, snacks, and family fun.

Baseball Game: Lansing Lugnuts vs. Dayton Dragons

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports as the Dayton Dragons take on the Lansing Lugnuts.

Dayton Dragons vs. Lansing Lugnuts

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Tickets available — Catch the excitement of minor league baseball at one of the hottest venues in town.

Honoring Our Veterans with Eric Jerardi Band

7-9:30 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion Dayton — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music and a tribute to our veterans.

Star Spangled Heights Festival

12-2 p.m. — Thomas A. Cloud Memorial Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a parade, food trucks, carnival rides, music, and fireworks.