This calendar is compiled by contributing writer Don Thrasher. This feature is published on the last Friday of each month.

Event organizers are welcome to email event information (for possible inclusion in the next month’s Active Dayton monthly calendar) to donaldthrasher8@aol.com. Emails should include a publishable phone number or website address and must be sent by the 15th of the month. The message subject line should say “consider for monthly calendar.”

March 1

Cityfolk Contra Dance: Dance, socialize or listen to the music of The Corndaddies with caller Darlene Underwood during this monthly dance at Michael Solomon Pavilion, 2917 Berkley Ave., Kettering. All ages welcome. No experience required because the caller teaches all dances during a 7:30 p.m. instructional class. Dancing begins at 8 p.m. Dances are held the first Friday of the month through May. $7 adults, $5 students with valid ID and free children 12 and younger. (937) 496-3863 or www.cityfolk.org.

March 1

Audra McDonald: The Tony and Gammy winner kicks of the Schuster Center’s year-long 10th anniversary celebration in the Schuster’s Mead Theater, 1 W. Second St., Dayton. 8 p.m. $40-$90. (937) 228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

March 1-3

Christopher Titus: The actor-comedian returns to The Funny Bone Comedy Club, 88 Plum St., The Greene, Beavercreek. 7:30 and 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Sunday. $25-$55. (937) 429-LAFF (5233) or www.daytonfunnybone.com.

March 1-17

“Thoroughly Modern Millie”: Take a musical journey back to 1922 with the sensation of flappers, the thrill of a budding mystery and the bliss of falling in love. Dayton Playhouse, 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave., Dayton. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays. $17 adults, $15 seniors and students. (937) 424-8477 or www.daytonplayhouse.org.

March 1-23

The Cline Show: This annual exhibition showcases college and university art and design students from around the region. Dayton Visual Arts Center, 118 N. Jefferson St., Dayton. Opening reception 5-8 p.m. March 1 and a Gallery Talk at 6:15 p.m. March 14. Free. (937) 224-3822 or www.daytonvisualarts.org.

March 2

“Sound Bites: Short Talks About Art”: The topic of this 20-minute, docent-led gallery talk focuses on Alfred Jansen’s “Madonna and Child.” Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton. 1:30 p.m. Free. (937) 223-5277 or www.daytonartinstitute.org.

March 2

The fifth annual AleFeast: Local restaurants pare special dishes with select craft beers during this popular event. Dayton Masonic Center, 525 West Riverview Ave., Dayton 4-7 p.m. $50 advance, $55 at door. Ages 21 and older. www.alefest.com.

March 2

KnockOut Dayton: The second annual V.I.P. Fight Night returns with local luminaries facing off in this exhibition boxing event for charity. Memorial Hall, 125 E. Third St., Dayton. 8 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. All proceeds benefit Dayton History. (937) 293-2841 or www.knockoutdayton.com.

March 5

Mindee Arnett: The author introduces her young adult novel “The Nightmare Affair.” Books & Co., 4453 Walnut St., at The Greene, Beavercreek. 7 p.m. Free. (937) 429-2169 or www.booksandco.com.

March 5

Hinder: The chart-topping rock act performs at McGuffy’s House of Rock, 5418 Burkhardt Road, Dayton. 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. $27. Nonpoint and Acidic will also perform. (937) 256-3005 or www.mcguffy’s.net.

March 5-10

“The Addams Family”: Victoria Theatre Association Broadway Series presents the oddball, haunted-house-dwelling family in this comedy musical. The Schuster Center, Second St., Dayton. 8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, with 2 p.m. matinees Saturday and Sunday. $40-$92 weeknights, $47-$95 weekends. (937) 228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

March 7

Michael Buckley: The author introduces his tween novels “N.E.R.D.S” and “The Sisters Grimm.” Books & Co. at The Greene. 7 p.m. Free. (937) 429-2169 or www.booksandco.com.

March 7-9

Kenny Smith: The Los Angeles-based comic, who is a regular on “The Bob and Tom Show,” will soon appear on ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” Smith returns to his hometown for a show with the funny and dysfunctional Larry Love. Wiley’s Comedy Niteclub, 101 Pine St., Dayton. 8 p.m. Thursday, 9 p.m. Friday and 8 and 10:30 p.m. Saturday. $7 Thursday, $12 Friday and $15 Saturday. (937) 224-JOKE (5653) or www.wileyscomedyclub.com.

March 8

Framing Hanley: The modern rockers return to McGuffy’s House of Rock, 5418 Burkhardt Road, Dayton. 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. $12 in advance, $15 day of show. Beauty from Ashes and Panic Prone will also perform. (937) 256-3005 or www.mcguffy’s.net.

March 8-9

Ultimate Craft Beer Extravaganza: A unique fundraiser for Cityfolk with an unlimited amount of 1-ounce sample servings. Dayton Convention Center, 22 E. Fifth St.. Session 1: 12:30 to 3 p.m., Session 2: 4:30 to 7 p.m., Session 3: 8:30 to 11 p.m. A complete beer list is posted prior to the event, which features more than 300 varieties of craft beer. $20 designated driver, $60 regular and $85 VIP. VIP ticket holders get in one hour prior to session times. (937) 728-6314 or www.ultimatecraftbeerextravaganza.com.

March 8-9

The World’s Toughest Rodeo: After nearly a decade away, the popular event returns to Hara Arena, 1001 Shiloh Springs Road, Trotwood. 7:30 p.m. $20, $27, $37 and $57 (VIP). Children younger than 12 half off except for VIP tickets. (937) 278-4776 or www.haracomplex.com.

March 8-9

Dave Attell: The uncompromising comedian returns to The Funny Bone Comedy Club, 88 Plum St., The Greene, Beavercreek. 7:30 and 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. $25-$55. (937) 429-LAFF (5233) or www.daytonfunnybone.com.

March 8-10

Dayton International Sportsman Show: The popular sportsman expo returns to the Airport Expo Center, 3900 McCauley Drive, Vandalia. 1 to 9 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. $10 adults, kids under 12 free. Two days passes $15. (740) 397-7788 or www.daytoninternationalsportsmanshow.com

March 9

“Sound Bites: Short Talks About Art”: The topic of this 20-minute, docent-led gallery talk focuses on “Tightrope Walker” by Edward Shinn. Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton. 1:30 p.m. Free. (937) 223-5277 or www.daytonartinstitute.org.

March 9

Super Saturday Family Day: On select Saturday’s different local artists or arts groups present a special family program in the Experiencenter at Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton. 1-3 p.m. Program also offered March 23. (937) 223-5277 or www.daytonartinstitute.org.

March 9

Michael W. Smith: Celebrate 50 years of educating for eternity with the Dayton Christian School System with the award-winning Christian singer, who returns to the area for a concert at Cedarville University’s Dixon Ministry Center, 251 N. Main St., Cedarville. 7 p.m. Adults $20 advance, $25 day of show. Students ages 18 and younger $15 advance, $20 day of show. (937) 291-7201.

March 9

Rhonda Vincent and the Rage: The Miami University Hamilton Artist Series presents the bluegrass legend in concert. Parrish Auditorium, 1601 University Blvd., Hamilton. 7:30 p.m. $25 adults, $23 seniors and staff, $15 students and children 12 and younger. (513) 529-3200 or www.tickets.muohio.edu.

March 9

Randy Houser: The country singer behind such hits as “Boots On” and “How Country Feels” performs in concert. Kuss Auditorium, Clark State Performing Arts Center, 300 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield. 8 p.m. $30 adults, $12 students. (937) 328-3874 or http://pac.clarkstate.edu.

March 9

Dave Belew and Bess-Arlene Cama: The piano-vocal duo presents an evening of World War II-era songs. Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton. 8 p.m. $20. (513) 863-8873 or www.fittoncenter.org.

March 9-10

Shop Til You Drop: The giant indoor garage sale and flea market returns to Hara Arena, 1001 Shiloh Springs Road, Trotwood. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. $2. (937) 256-5051 or www.haracomplex.com.

March 9 & 10

Circus Incognitus: Jamie Adkins performs circus routines while building a set from discarded props, in this unique program for ages 5 and older. Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton. 1 and 3:30 p.m. $15. (937) 228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

March 9 & 10

“Gingerbread Children”: Human Race Theatre presents staged readings of Charles Slade’s riveting drama about multigenerational child abuse. Loft Theatre, 126 N. Main St., Dayton. 2 p.m. $15. (937) 228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

March 11

Annie Griffiths: The legendary photographer discusses her career, which includes work for “Life,” “National Geographic,” “Smithsonian” and other publications. Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton. 7 p.m. $20-$35. Presented by Five Rivers MetroParks and Victoria’s National Geographic Live series. (937) 228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

March 12

Mid-Day Arts Cafe: Learn the latest on Zoot Theatre during this monthly arts program, which features a performance and Q&A. Mathile Theatre, Schuster Center, 1 W. Second St., Dayton. Noon. Sign-in at 11:30 a.m. $12. (937) 228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

March 12

Pub Science: Lights, Camera, hbar: Learn how the electromagnetic spectrum is used to make different imaging sensors for various cameras. The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery welcomes Evelyn Boettcher for this special program at Blind Bob’s, 430 E. Fifth St., Dayton. 7 p.m. Free but donations are accepted. (937) 275-7431 or www.boonshoftmuseum.org.

March 12-15

“Green Day’s American Idiot”: The hit musical based on the California punk band’s Grammy-winning album. Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton. 8 p.m. $46-$67. (937) 228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

March 14-16

Torian Hughes: The comic, who has been seen on BET, Comic Remix on Comedy Central and An Evening at the Improv, returns for a show with clever and witty opener Jonathan Craig. Wiley’s Comedy Niteclub, 101 Pine St., Dayton. 8 p.m. Thursday, 9 p.m. Friday and 8 and 10:30 p.m. Saturday. $7 Thursday, $12 Friday and $15 Saturday. (937) 224-JOKE (5653) or www.wileyscomedyclub.com.

March 15

“Three”: An opening reception for this eclectic show featuring fiber artwork, costumes and paintings from three very different artists: Julia Cady, Deb Henderson and Luisa Lang Owen. Yellow Springs Arts Council Gallery, 111 Corry St., Yellow Springs. 6-9 p.m. Free. The exhibition is on display through April 14. www.ysartscouncil.org.

March 15

“The Rosa Parks Story”: Revisit the inspiring real life tale of this Civil Rights pioneer. Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton. 7:30 p.m. $12. (513) 863-8873 or www.fittoncenter.org.

March 15

Justin Moore: The rising country singer performs in concert with openers Dustin Lynch and Jon Pardi. Hobart Arena, 255 Adams St., Troy. 8 p.m. $28, $35 and $45. (937) 339-2911 or www.hobartarena.com.

March 15-16

The Southern Ohio Indoor Music Festival: Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out, Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers and other International Bluegrass Music Association Award winners perform in this biannual acoustic music event at The Roberts Convention Centre, 123 Gano Road, Wilmington. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. each day. $30 to $65. Children 16 and under are free with an adult purchase. (937) 372-5804 or www.somusicfest.com.

March 15-16

Russian Masters: Violinist Jessica Hung will be the featured player when The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra performs at the Schuster Center, 1 W. Second St., Dayton. 8 p.m. $12-$59. (937) 228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

March 15-17

John Witherspoon: The actor-comedian returns to The Funny Bone Comedy Club, 88 Plum St., The Greene, Beavercreek. 7:30 and 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Sunday. $25-$55 Friday and Saturday, $22 Sunday. (937) 429-LAFF (5233) or www.daytonfunnybone.com.

March 16

“The 46th Greater Hamilton Art Exhibition: This multimedia show features work from artists within a 50-mile radius from Hamilton. Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton. Opening reception 2-4 p.m. Free. (513) 863-8873 or www.fittoncenter.org.

March 16

“Sound Bites: Short Talks About Art”: The topic of this 20-minute, docent-led gallery talk focuses on Helen Frankenthaler’s “Sea Change.” Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton. 1:30 p.m. Free. (937) 223-5277 or www.daytonartinstitute.org.

March 16

ShamROCK ’13: Live music, games, karaoke are just some of the attractions at this annual St. Patrick’s Day party. Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, 2600 DeWeese Parkway, Dayton. 7:30-11 p.m. $12. (937) 275-7431 or www.boonshoftmuseum.org.

March 16

Orchid Ensemble: The Vancouver-based group, on tour supporting the new album “Life Death Tears Dream,” performs at the Hayner Cultural Center, 301 W. Main St., Troy. 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Free. (937) 339-0457 or www.troyhayner.org.

March 16-17

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration: All day entertainment Saturday and Sunday, ranging from Celtic Academy of Irish Dance and the Miami Valley Pipes & Drums to local groups Dulahan, Homeland and Father, Son & Friends. Dublin Pub, 300 Wayne Ave., Dayton. 5:30 a.m. $10 for two-day pass. (937) 224-7822 or www.dubpub.com.

March 17

WTUE’s St. PatRock’s Day: The Menus, Magic Jackson, My Three Sons and Matter of Chance are just some of the acts on tap for this all-day celebration. Flanagan’s Pub, 101 E. Stewart St., Dayton. 9 a.m. $10. (937) 228-5776 or www.wtue.com.

March 17

Orchestra from Planet X: The DP&L Foundation Family Series presents the Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra in a unique program tracing the influences of the New World on European orchestral tradition. The Schuster Center, 1 W. Second St., Dayton. 8 p.m. $12 students/children, $17 seniors, $19 adults. (937) 228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

March 19

Jenny Lawson: America’s most popular humor blogger introduces the softcover edition of her humorous memoir, “Let’s Pretend This Never Happened.” Books & Co., 4453 Walnut S., at The Greene, Beavercreek. 7 p.m. Free. (937) 429-2169 or www.booksandco.com.

March 19

Jordan World Circus: Exotic animals, daredevils and clowns are just some of the attractions with the popular traveling circus makes a stop at Hobart Arena, 255 Adams St., Troy. 6:30 p.m. $16 adults, $12 children. (937) 339-2911 or www.hobartarena.com.

March 19-20

NCAA Tournament First Four play-in games: College basketball March Madness starts here in Dayton. 7 p.m. at University of Dayton Arena. www.ncaa.com/march-madness

March 21-24

Finesse Mitchell: The actor-comedian returns to The Funny Bone Comedy Club, 88 Plum St., The Greene, Beavercreek. 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Sunday, and 7:30 and 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. $15 Thursday and Sunday, $17 Friday and Saturday. (937) 429-LAFF (5233) or www.daytonfunnybone.com.

March 21- 24

Heywood Banks: A favortie from “The Bob and Tom Show” will perform his classic songs such as “Big Butter Jesus” “Toast” and “Wiper Blades.” Wiley’s Comedy Niteclub, 101 Pine St., Dayton. Please note the special show times: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Sunday, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Saturday. $15 Thursday and Sunday, $20 Friday and Saturday. (937) 224-JOKE (5653) or www.wileyscomedyclub.com.

March 21-24

“Celebration!”: Dayton Ballet closes is 2012-13 season with a 75th anniversary retrospective. Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton. 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, plus 3 p.m. matinees on Saturday and Sunday. $24-$74. (937) 228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

March 22

The Good Lovelies: The Canadian country-folk trio performs in concert. Kuss Auditorium, Clark State Performing Arts Center, 300 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield. 7:30 p.m. $30 adults, $24 seniors, $15 students. (937) 328-3874 or http://pac.clarkstate.edu.

March 22

Dervish: Cityfolk presents the traditional Irish group, currently on tour in support of the new album “Thrush in the Storm,” at Stivers School for the Arts, Centennial Hall, 1313 E. Fifth St., Dayton. 8 p.m. $25. (937) 496-3863 or www.cityfolk.org.

March 22-24

Custom Hot Rod Show: Check out souped-up dream cars at Airport Expo Center, 3900 McCauley Drive, Vandalia. 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. $10 adults, $5 children ages 7-12, and free children 6 and younger. Contact Chad Mullins at (937) 938-7237 or www.hotrodfest.com.

March 22-24

Dayton Home & Garden Show: Indoors and out, construction to design, economical to lavish, will be on display at Dayton Convention Center, 22 E. Fifth St., Dayton. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. General Admission: $6 if purchased online and $8 at box office. Free children 12 and younger, and. active duty service personnel. (800) 215-1700 or www.daytonhomeandgardenshow.com.

March 22-23

An Evening with Rita Coolidge: The Kettering-Health Network Super-Pops Series presents the Grammy-winning singer in concert with The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra. The Schuster Center, 1 W. Second St., Dayton. 8 p.m. $21-$76. (937) 228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

March 23

“Sound Bites: Short Talks About Art”: The topic of this 20-minute, docent-led gallery talk focuses on “View of Cincinnati” by Edward Beyer. Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N., Dayton. 1:30 p.m. Free. (937) 223-5277 or www.daytonartinstitute.org.

March 23

Andy Snow lecture: The local photographer will discuss his work on “Watershed: 100 Years of Photography Along the Great Miami River.” Dayton Art Institute’s NCR Renaissance Auditorium, 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton. 4-5 p.m. $5 members, $8 non-members. (937) 223-5277 or www.daytonartinstitute.org.

March 23

The Heart Ball: Stars of the Heart: The annual black tie affair returns to Sinclair Community College, David H. Ponitz Center, 444 W. Third St., Dayton. 6 p.m. $150. (937) 853-3108 or www.heart.org/daytonohheartball.

March 23

George Li: The Vanguard Concert series presents the pianist live at Dayton Art Institute’s NCR Renaissance Auditorium, 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton. 8 p.m. $20 adults, $15 students. (937) 223-5277 or www.daytonartinstitute.org.

March 24

Piano Masterpiece: The Graeter’s Symphony Sundae Series presents the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra at the Dayton Masonic Center, 525 W. Riverview Ave., Dayton. 3 p.m. $12-$24. (937) 228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

March 24

The Daedalus String Quartet: Chamber Music Yellow Springs presents this acclaimed ensemble in concert at First Presbyterian Church, 314 Xenia Ave., Yellow Springs. 7:30 p.m. $20 adults, $7 students. www.cmys.org.

March 26-27

“Rain”: Experience The Beatles with this internationally acclaimed stage show. The Schuster Center. 8 p.m. $16-$71. (937) 228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com.

March 27-30

Gary Owen: The stand-up comedian returns to The Funny Bone Comedy Club, 88 Plum St., The Greene, Beavercreek. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, and 7:30 and 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. $15 Wednesday and Thursday, $17 Friday and Saturday. (937) 429-LAFF (5233) or www.daytonfunnybone.com.

March 29

Psychostick: The party-first rock group performs at McGuffy’s House of Rock, 5418 Burkhardt Road, Dayton. 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. $10 in advance, $12 day of show. Polkadot Cadaver, Downtown Brown and The Fallen will also perform. (937) 256-3005 or www.mcguffy’s.net.

March 30

“Sound Bites: Short Talks About Art”: The topic of this 20-minute, docent-led gallery talk focuses on the allegory of winter and summer. Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton. 1:30 p.m. Free. (937) 223-5277 or www.daytonartinstitute.org.

March 30

SWAN (Support Women Artists Now) Day: This celebration of female artists from Ohio includes short films, poetry, plays, music, readings, visual art and more. Dayton Metro Library, Main Branch Auditorium, 215 E. Third St., Dayton. 2-4 p.m. Free. www.swandaydayton.blogspot.com.