Don Thrasher
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Funky fossil: New discovery named after Ohio Players hit
A newly discovered species of fossil amphibian has been named after the 1973 Ohio Players hit “Funky Worm.” → Read More
8 events you should check out in Dayton this weekend
A roundup of notable arts and entertainment events happening across Dayton. → Read More
9 events to check out in Dayton and beyond this weekend
9 fun events to entertain you in Dayton this weekend. → Read More
40 events to keep you busy throughout November in Dayton
A look at notable events across the Dayton region in November. → Read More
10 events you should check out in Dayton this weekend
A look at notable arts and entertainment events happening across Dayton Sept. 23-25. → Read More
10 events you should check out in Dayton this weekend
A look at notable arts and entertainment events happening across Dayton Sept. 16-18. → Read More
14 events you should check out in Dayton this weekend
A roundup of arts and entertainment events across the Miami Valley this weekend. → Read More
10 events you should check out in Dayton this weekend
A look at notable arts and entertainment events across the Miami Valley. → Read More
KISS brings farewell tour to Nutter Center next week
KISS will bring its “End of the Road Tour" to Wright State University's Nutter Center on Thursday, May 12. → Read More
Singing cowboys Riders in the Sky embody truly American sound
Grammy-winning Riders in the Sky, performing at Sorg Opera House in Middletown on Saturday, March 12, is the modern embodiment of the singing cowboy sound. → Read More
40 events to keep you busy throughout March in Dayton
A rundown of 40 arts and entertainments events happening across Dayton in March. → Read More
Weekend of Jazz coming to Beavercreek High School
True to its name, Weekend of Jazz is packed with events and activities. Much of the programming is geared toward the students and their families such as a concert from the Beavercreek Jazz Bands at 5 p.m. Friday and the School Jazz Festival throughout the day on Saturday. → Read More
Local couple devoted to self-care podcast
With pandemic burnout, divisive politics, economic inequality and social unrest, it’s more important than ever to make time each day for self-care. That’s the focus of “Fly With Us,” the self-care podcast cohosted by the Dayton-based wife-and-husband team of Ladi Bounce and Pickett Fence. → Read More
Carmen Bradford preparing a swingin’ good time at Schuster
Bradford is joining conductor Patrick Reynolds and the DPO for “The Ladies of Swing,” a SuperPops series concert presented by Dayton Performing Arts Alliance. She’ll perform standards popularized by Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan and other legendary female vocalists. The program includes songs such as “I Dream’t I Dwelled in Harlem,” “Honeysuckle Rose” and “Fascinatin’ Rhythm.” → Read More
5 Miami Valley events you should check out this weekend
February is the shortest month of the year, but there are plenty of events packed into its 28 days. In the next week alone, Miami Valley residents can take in visual arts exhibitions, concerts, lectures and a home improvement show. Here are some of the top events in the coming days. → Read More
Lineup changes lead to new sonic territories for Cricketbows
Lineup changes lead to new sonic territories for Cricketbows → Read More
Lineup changes lead to new sonic territories for Cricketbows
Lineup changes lead to new sonic territories for Cricketbows → Read More
I LOVE THE ‘80s: Cover band Stranger and special guests at Dayton Masonic Center
In its more than 25 years of playing the hits of the 1980s, Dayton-based cover band Stranger has crossed paths with plenty of popular performers from the period. Some of these associations have paid major dividends such as the iHeart Sweetheart Concert, “We Will Yacht You,” at Dayton Masonic Center on Saturday, Feb. 12. → Read More
5 Miami Valley events you should check out this weekend
Whether you’re looking to take in live theater or get active with fellow outdoor enthusiasts, there is something for everyone to explore this weekend. → Read More
WEEKEND EVENT GUIDE: Comedy, music, theater and more
Whether you’re in the mood for the Beatles, Beethoven or a good laugh in a comedy club or on the big screen, the Miami Valley aims to please this weekend. Here are notable events to consider as you plan your weekend. → Read More