For More Information:

Kristen Wicker, 937-224-1518, ext. 228, or Krystal Luketic, ext. 227

Show You Give a DAM, Enjoy Free Kayaking and Cycling, Hear Live Music, View New Art Exhibits, and Much More During Aug. 3 First Friday

Dayton, July 26, 2012 – Downtown’s next free First Friday art hop will be held from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 3.

RiverScape MetroPark will host the final First Friday @ 5 concert in this year’s series, with Stranger performing from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The park’s concession stand will be open and beer will be sold from 5 to 7 p.m. MetroParks employees will demonstrate various kayaking skills on the river and free kayak rentals will be available, courtesy of Cox Media Group Ohio. Free bike rentals will be available, courtesy of AAA, and the Junior League of Dayton will sponsor free bike helmets and fittings.

The event also will feature the debut of the RTA On the Road bus, a hands-on, retrofitted bus with special features including computer kiosks for website training, interior LCD monitors with video montages and an exterior monitor for outside viewing. The bus is part of a mobile community outreach program that connects RTA to special events in the Dayton community.

Also during the First Friday @ 5 concert, guests can show they give a DAM about the RiverScape River Run project by making a donation to the Last DAM Summer fundraising campaign. Basho Apparel will be at RiverScape hand printing special I Gave a DAM T-shirts. The shirts usually are reserved for those who donate $100 or more to the project, but only during First Friday @ 5, the shirts will be available to those donating $50 or more. In addition, Whitewater Warehouse will be selling raffle tickets for $10 each or three for $20 to win a Perception Prodigy 10 kayak the business has donated, with all proceeds going toward the River Run project.

This is the last summer a dangerous low dam in the Great Miami River will stand in the way of paddlers and others who want to enjoy the river. River Run, the next phase of development at RiverScape MetroPark, includes the removal of the low dam, making a seven-mile stretch of river navigable from Eastwood MetroPark to Carillon Park. In place of the dam, two smaller drops will be installed upstream near The Landing and RiverScape. These peninsulas will span the river and be notched with two openings where water will pass — an easy pass-through for novice paddlers and a more challenging route for skilled paddlers. The River Run project has some DAM good benefits for downtown Dayton and the region, including a safer river, improved water quality and aquatic habitat, and the creation of a regional destination for outdoor recreation. Call 224-1518 for more information.

Downtown buildings will be lit up from 8 to 11 p.m. for the Downtown in Focus photography contest. Amateur and professional photographers are invited to participate in the contest and will have the opportunity to take night shots of the city during First Friday. The deadline for admissions is Friday, Aug. 31 and winners will be recognized during Sept. 14 Urban Nights. For more information, go to downtowndayton.org.

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During First Friday, saxophonist Tyrone Martin, magician Scott Miller and steel drum performer Joseph Glenn also will provide entertainment while roaming the streets of downtown.

Club Masque, 34 N. Jefferson St., will host the Theme Release Party for AIDS Resource Center Ohio’s 11th annual Masquerage from 6 to 8 p.m. Masquerage raises funds to provide HIV/AIDS outreach, prevention programs, free HIV testing and counseling to the Dayton area. The release party will feature a fashion show by the Rubi Girls, produced by Square One Salon and Spa, as well as drink specials and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $20 before the event and $25 at the door. Tickets for Masquerage will be available, and the cost of the $20 release party ticket can be applied toward the $50 Masquerage ticket. Theme Release Party tickets can be purchased at masquerage.org or by calling 461-2437.

The First Friday @ 5 concert series is sponsored by Five Rivers MetroParks, Clear Channel Radio, Bud Light Lime and the Downtown Dayton Partnership. First Friday is presented by the Downtown Dayton Partnership with support from the Oregon District Business Association, the Ohio Arts Council and WYSO-FM 91.3. The Downtown Dayton Partnership’s website has a complete list of downtown’s arts and cultural amenities, as well as a dining guide, parking map and much more.

Art

• Blue Sky Project, 8 N. Main St. and 33 N. Main St.: The opening of a collection of work by Adam Parker Smith in Blue Sky’s 8 N. Main St. space and a showing of art by Charlotte Gordon in the 33 N. Main St. space. Call 732-5123.

• CADC, 35 S. St. Clair St.: Featuring mixed-media furniture and paintings by Christy Jennewein and music by classical guitarist Eric Loy. Guests can sign up for September furniture classes taught by Jennewein. Call 313-9883.

• Color of Energy, 16 Brown St.: Displaying works of art by gallery owner Mike Elsass. Call 266-3491.

• Dayton Society of Painters and Sculptors, 48 High St.: (Open 5 to 8 p.m.) The opening of an exhibit of landscape paintings by Sinclair Community College students and a preview of the Plein Air exhibit opening Aug. 19. Vega, Chaminade-Julienne High School’s a Capella group, will perform at 6:30 p.m. Call 228-4532.

• Dayton Visual Arts Center, 118 N. Jefferson St.: (Open 5 to 8 p.m.) Artists from the 21st annual Open Members Show will speak briefly about their work and process during a gallery talk beginning at 6:15 p.m. Artists include Matthew Burgy, Steve Hill, Kelly Joslin, Martin Hunter, Terry Welker and Jud Yalkut. Call 224-3822.

• Gallery 510 Fine Art, 510 E. Fifth St.: Showing new work by ceramist Tim Carter and laminated wood turnings by Tom Drummer. Call 672-6717.

• H. David Clay Studio, 33 S. St. Clair St.: Functional and decorative pottery made on the premises. Call 424-5452.

• K12 Gallery for Young People/TEJAS, 510 E. Third St.: (Open 6 to 9 p.m.) The opening of “Distance,” a contemporary photography show. The exhibition will feature more than 40 national and local artists. Call 461-5149.

Music

• Blind Bob’s, 430 E. Fifth St.: Live music at 9 p.m. by GB&AJ, Gold Shoes and Hazy & the Rugged Child. Call 938-6405.

• Jay’s Seafood, 225 E. Sixth St.: Live music by Puzzle of Light at 9 p.m. Call 222-2892.

• Omega Music, 318 E. Fifth St.: Live music beginning at 7 p.m. Call 275-9949.

• Trolley Stop, 530 E. Fifth St.: Live music by the Andy Shaw Band beginning at 9:30 p.m. Call 461-1101.

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Food and Drink

• Coco’s Bistro, 515 Wayne Ave.: 15 percent off food. Call 228-2626.

• Deaf Monty’s Wine, 22 Brown St.: $5 for a 6-ounce glass of red or white wine. Call 225-9463.

• De’Lish Café, 139 N. Main St.: Hosting “Meet the Mixologist,” a meet-and-greet event from 6 to 10 p.m., during which De’Lish’s new drink menu will be unveiled. Featuring hors d'oeuvres and wine and cocktail tastings. Call 461-2233.

• Dublin Pub, 300 Wayne Ave.: No cover and 20 percent off food. Call 224-7822.

• Franco’s Ristorante Italiano, 824 E. Fifth St.: 10 percent off food. Call 222-0204.

• Lucky’s Taproom and Eatery, 520 E. Fifth St.: Dinner specials, along with the special tapping of a firkin of craft beer. Call 222-6800.

• Olive, an urban dive, 416 E. Third St.: Featuring Jeni’s Ice Cream and broadcasting Rev. Cool’s “Around the Fringe” show on 91.3 WYSO-FM. Call 222-DIVE (3483).

• Oregon Express, 336 E. Fifth St.: Featuring a happy-hour band and half-price pizza from 4 to 8 p.m., with additional live music at 9:30 p.m. Call 223-9205.

• Sa-Bai, 200 S. Jefferson St.: 15 percent off food and $5 Long Island Iced Tea. Call 535-2900.

• Smokin’ Bar-B-Que, 200 E. Fifth St.: 10 percent off food. Call 586-9790.

• Thai 9, 11 Brown St.: 15 percent off food. Call 222-3227.

• Uno Chicago Grill, 126 N. Main St.: 10 percent off food. Call 910-8000.

• The Vault, 20 N. Jefferson St.: Extended happy hour until 10 p.m., a live band and free food. Call 270-4454.

Entertainment

• Courthouse Square, Third and Main streets: The Ghosts, Cemeteries and Murders Walk of Downtown Dayton will begin at 7 p.m.All walks are $10 per person, and advance reservations are required. Contact tour guide Leon Bey at 274-4749 or email .

• Don Crawford Plaza in front of Fifth Third Field, 220 N. Patterson Blvd.: The monthly Courteous Mass Ride will meet at 5:15 p.m. for a ride through the city.

• Garden Station, 509 E. Fourth St.: Hosting auditions for Dayton Out Loud, a variety show to be performed during the Sept. 14 Urban Nights. Open auditions begin at 7 p.m. for acts less than three minutes, including a Cappella, spoken word and poetry, and comedy. To sign up for an audition time, e-mail . Call 610-3845.

• Grass Roots Enrichment and Wellness Center, 400 E. Fifth St. Suite C: (Open 5 to 8 p.m.) Check out featured art by Scott Ryan and learn about upcoming programs for children, teens and adults in the center’s new space above the Record Gallery in the Oregon District. Kids can enjoy hands-on activities and light refreshments will be provided. Call 723-6747.

• The Neon, 130 E. Fifth St.: Call 222-SHOW (7469) for films and show times.

• RiverScape MetroPark pavilion, 229 E. Monument Ave.: Hosting the second First Friday @ 5 concert, with music by Stranger from 5 to 7:30 p.m., as well as free kayak and bike rentals, and other activities. Call 274-0126.

• Urban Krag, 125 Clay St.: Climbing gym open until 11 p.m. Call 224-5724.

• Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St.: Playing the 1962 film “Murder on the Orient Express,” part of the theater’s Cool Films Series at 7:30 p.m. Free popcorn and soda served starting at 6:30 p.m.; tickets cost $5. Call 228-3630.

• Wiley’s Comedy Niteclub, 101 Pine St.: Featuring comedian Touchee Jackson, with opening acts by Adrian Cosby, Greg Sparks and Jack Wilson. Show begins at 9 p.m., tickets $15. Call 224-5653.

• Yellow Cab Building, 700 E. Fourth St.: An art show featuring Robert Blackwood working on a 3D installation piece called “Crystal Vision,” from 6 to 11 p.m. Visitors can watch Blackwood work on the sculpture, which will be completed in time for the Sept. 7 First Friday. Call 203-8175.

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Shopping

• Amore! Designer Consignment Boutique, 16 Brown St., 367-5941; Bonnett’s Bookstore, 502 E. Fifth St., 228-1222; Feathers Vintage Clothing, 440 E. Fifth St., 228-2940; Found Treasures 4 You, 502 Wayne Ave., 580-8803; and Jimmy Modern, 605 E. Fifth St., 520-3782: Broadcasting Rev. Cool’s “Around the Fringe” show on 91.3 WYSO-FM.

• Beaute Box, 116 W. Fifth St.: Free makeup lessons. Call 903-3165.

• Clash Consignments, 521 E. Fifth St.: A celebration of the store’s one-year anniversary and move to its new location in the Oregon District. Live music by Infidel-icious, Ronin Ichi and Black Lotus Clan starting at 6 p.m., and henna by Lily Whitehead. Call 241-9434.

• Elysian Fields Books, 436 E. Fifth St.: Hosting a book signing and reading at 7 p.m. by children’s author Scott Mallory, who recently released “Bad-Off Boris and the Cupcake Cave-In.” Call 405-5754.

• Hangar18, 114 N. St. Clair St.: 15 percent off all items. Call 830-9875.

• Peace on Fifth, 519 E. Fifth St.: Fair-trade food tasting. Call 367-7215.

• Record Gallery, 16 Brown St.: Featuring 20 percent off collectable albums and 10 percent off general merchandise. Call 224-3277.

• ReCreate, 438 E. Fifth St.: Sale on select items, including new and used instruments, other music-related items, and original artwork. Call 938-8181.

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