When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday January 6
Or: Schuster Center, 1 W. Second St., Dayton
Details: The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, under the direction of Neal Gittleman, presents a unique program featuring music associated with sporting events, ranging from football fight songs to figure skating waltzes to jock jams. Notable works include “Olympic Fanfare and Theme” by John Williams, “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” by Albert Von Tilzer, and selections from “Rocky” composed by Bill Conti. (Don Thrasher)
Cost: $50.50 to $123.50
More information: 937-228-3630 or www.daytonlive.org
Holy Angels Fish Fries
When: 6 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Saturday January 6
Or: Holy Angels School, 223 L St., Dayton
Details: Activities include a fish dinner, dessert, silent auction, raffles, various games of chance and a photo booth.
Cost: $10 to $100
More information: saintangesdayton.org
Campfire comedy
When: 8 p.m. Saturday January 6
Or: Wiley's Comedy Club, 101 Pine St., Dayton
Details: This entertaining event featuring local comedians is held indoors for the winter.
Cost: $15
More information: 937-224-5653 or www.wileycomedy.com
“Poor Things” and “The Color Purple” at Neon
When: Screenings from January 5 to 11: “Poor Things”: 1:15 p.m., 4:20 p.m., 7:30 p.m. Friday to Sunday; 3:30 p.m., 7:15 p.m. Monday to Thursday; “The Color Purple”: 1:00 p.m., 4:10 p.m., 7:15 p.m. Friday to Sunday; 3:15 p.m., 7:00 p.m. Monday to Thursday.
Or: Neon Films, 130 E. Fifth St., Dayton
Details: Oscar buzz builds on Neon. The zany and thought-provoking film “Poor Things” stars Emma Stone as a woman brought back to life by an unorthodox scientist who ultimately “grows firmly into her goal of championing equality and liberation.” The magnificent film adaptation of the musical version of “The Color Purple” features the terrific work of Fantasia Barrino as Celie and Danielle Brooks as Sofia.
Cost: $8.50 to $10.50
More information: 937-222-7469 or neonmovies.com
Twelfth Night Ball
When: 5:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Saturday January 6
Or: Patterson Property, 1815 Brown Street, Dayton
Details: The Jane Austen Society of North America in Dayton will host its annual event that includes dinner, Regency-era dancing (with instructions and callers), period card games and a silent auction.
Cost: $65 for members. $75 for non-members
More information: facebook.com/jasnadayton
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec: The birth of modern Paris
When: Until January 14. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Or: Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North
Details: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec was a French painter and pioneer of modern poster design and lithographic art. Known internationally as one of the leading Post-Impressionists, he created art that explored the cabarets, racetracks, music halls, circuses, cafes and brothels of late 19th-century Paris. Filled with empathy and humor, his images offer a captivating, almost journalistic vision of Paris during the belle époque.
Cost: $5-$15. Free for children 6 and under.
More information: www.daytonartinstitute.org
Family skate day: animal adventures!
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday January 7
Or: MetroParks Ice Rink, 237 E. Monument Ave., Dayton
Details: This event includes craft bags, Five Rivers MetroParks Animal Ambassadors, a scavenger hunt and more.
Cost: Entrance fees: $7 per day; Ice skate rental: $3 per day
More information: metroparks.org
Mark Stuart
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday January 6
Or: Trail Town Brewery, 101 Corry Street, Yellow Springs
Details: The Nashville-based guitarist will mix originals and classics in an evening of storytelling. He was a regular at Canal Street Tavern with Stacy Earle and has made local appearances in recent years. He has also toured with Joan Baez, Freddy Fender, Steve Earle/Dukes and Steve Forbet, among others.
Cost: Free (musician, “tip jar” show).
More information: marktuart.net
Grand opening of The Reserve on Third
When: The evening of Saturday January 6
Or: 452 E. Third Street, Dayton
Details: The 4,000-square-foot lounge will serve those 25 and older Saturday through Wednesday. Co-owner Erin Parrott said her goal is to create a niche environment where older and mature people can feel comfortable. On Thursdays and Fridays, the show will be open to those 21 and over. The Reserve on Third will feature two outdoor terraces in addition to indoor space, several photo-worthy moments, a warm and welcoming environment, cocktails and a small food menu. (Natalie Jones)
More information: Visit www.thereservethird.com or the one in the living room Facebook Or Instagram pages.