Good morning, Dayton.

Dayton Mayor Shenise Turner-Sloss has been walking neighborhood streets since May to meet residents and hear their concerns about property disrepair and local safety.

She held a July 7 tour in Twin Towers and will lead another walk later this month.

A new state law now requires children to be age 5 by the start of the school year to enroll in kindergarten.

Dayton schools will follow district-specific start dates (most begin around Aug. 17, but others start after Labor Day), prompting some parents to adjust registration plans.

Health officials reported four rabies cases in bats in Butler County and five in Montgomery County this year, with incidents in Hamilton, West Chester Twp, Oakwood, Miami Twp, Dayton & Germantown.

Residents should seek immediate treatment if exposed, even without a bite, to stop the virus.

UD baseball player Michael Smith, Jr. was drafted by the San Diego Padres in the 13th round on Sunday during the MLB Draft's final day (as reported by the Dayton Flyer).

Andrew Duncan, a former Raider at Wright State who hit .367 with 6 homers and 36 RBIs, was selected in the 2026 MLB Draft and will soon begin his professional career.

Elsa's On Linden Public Cactus Paint Party

6-8:30 p.m. — Elsa's Mexican Restaurant — $30 — Enjoy a creative night of painting a cactus on canvas with friends and family.

Engineering and Business Networking

6-8 p.m. — Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse — Limited Tickets — Meet professionals across diverse industries and expand your network in a laid-back setting.

A Place for You Park Open House

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Eastwood MetroPark — Free — Pack a picnic and enjoy a relaxing summer evening with family while participating in fun, hands-on activities and kayaking.

Tribute to Chicago with Brass Tracks Band

7-9 p.m. — RiverScape MetroPark — Free entry — Experience high-energy horn-driven sounds at this tribute concert featuring the hits of Chicago and more.

Greene County Night Bicycle Rides

7-9:45 p.m. — Xenia Station — Free entry — Evening bicycle rides along scenic trails with a sweet ice cream stop.

Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute Concert

7-9 p.m. — Stubbs Park — Free entry — Experience Shawn Gerhard’s authentic celebration of Garth Brooks in a lively outdoor setting.

Dayton Live Creative Academy: Rise Of The Demon Hunters K-Pop Camp

1-4 p.m. — PNC Arts Annex — Registration required — Immerse in choreography and vocal training while creating an original ensemble piece in the K-Pop themed camp.

Cedar Rapids Kernels at Dayton Dragons

3:05 – 8:05 PM — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports with an exciting baseball game featuring the Dayton Dragons.

Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. Dayton Dragons

3:05 – 8:05 PM — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement as the Dayton Dragons take on the Cedar Rapids Kernels in a thrilling baseball matchup.

Dayton Celtic Festival 2026

All day — RiverScape MetroPark — Free entry — Experience the vibrant culture of Celtic nations with music, dance, and food.