About us
We are happy to have changed our name to "Black Love and Friends Dayton", while still being a “Grown Sexy Wise and Mature” group! 😍
WELCOME to an exciting group of African-Americans and Special Friends of any culture or nationality. The average age range is 40 to 60+. Younger people comfortable with this age group may join as well. The purpose of Black Love and Friends Dayton is to provide a bevy of activities and events where people can congregate, mingle and make new friends in an easy social networking way.
We love, honor and respect our Men and Women. Members are encouraged to offer ideas of activities and events that they would enjoy participating in. These ideas can easily become reality where others can join in too.
The door is open for members to become Event Hosts. We can collaborate together to post event(s) you’re interested in, and, as the Event Host, you communicate with the members and greet them as they come together. There may be other responsibilities yet all can be done with minimal effort.
PHOTOS: Our events may be photographed. As a member, you grant BLACK LOVE AND FRIENDS (all locations) the right to use your name and image as recorded and/or photographed; to promote BLACK LOVE AND FRIENDS and release the groups from all liability associated with the use of your name, image and statements.
Come join us! Get from behind the computer, come out and have a social life! And know our abiding theme, “It’s all about L-O-V-E...”
Upcoming events
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Viola Davis Bk Read Resched to 3/29/26 11:30 am The Silos
The Silos, 810 E. 1st St,, Dayton, OH, USThe 2/7/26 book read has been rescheduled to March 29, 2026 at
11:30 a.m. at the Silos, due to inclement weather.The Silos is located at:
810 E 1st St, Dayton, OH 454021/24/26-The book read has been rescheduled to 2/7/26 at 11:30 am
We will meet at the Dayton Public Library
215 E 3rd Street, 2nd Floor; Reservation: Rubie Williams
Free parking across the street or in their garage off of St Clair Street.
We decided it would be easier to have individuals bring their own lunch to this event. So that is all you will need to bring along with any notes you have taken from reading the book.
This winter read that is sure to keep you warm and cozy yet alert as we explore Viola Davis's Grammy-winning memoir, Finding Me. It is a raw and honest account of her journey from profound childhood poverty and trauma in Rhode Island to becoming a celebrated, award-winning actress. An account of resilience, self-discovery, and the power of embracing one's own identity in a world that often failed to see her will empower you.
This inspiring story of how Davis transformed adversity into strength, becoming the only Black actor to achieve the "triple crown" of acting (Oscar, Emmy, and Tony awards) while staying true to her authentic self. The audiobook, narrated by Davis, won a Grammy Award for Best Audiobook, Narration & Storytelling Recording in 2023.
The story begins with her account of her childhood growing up in Central Falls, Rhode Island, where her family faced hunger, domestic violence, and a lack of basic necessities. She also endured racial bullying and discrimination.
So come with me and our new Black Love Member, Ms. Clara who will be your lovely host, while we discuss how we too, can learn how the past does not have to define us or deter us from our goals and dreams.
Here are some resources for finding this book:Kindle Books Amazon - Free
AudioBooks $22.00
Public Domain & Free Sites (No Membership Needed):- LibriVox: Offers thousands of free audiobooks read by volunteers.
- Project Gutenberg: Provides free ebooks and audiobooks.
- Internet Archive: A vast digital library with free audio.
- Libby by OverDrive & Hoopla: Connect with your local library to borrow free audiobooks.
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9th Annual Queen City Derby Party and Happy Hour!
7440 Mason Montgomery Rd, Mason, OH, USThe Queen City Derby Party (QCDP) is a fundraising day-party centered on the running of the Kentucky Derby. As Cincinnati’s premier Kentucky Derby watch event, QCDP is a unique spectacle that brings together a diverse mix of patrons who wish to enjoy a festive and vibrant take on the traditions of the race.
This annual fundraiser is the signature event of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Delta Gamma Lambda chapter in collaboration with the Delta Gamma Lambda Youth & Education Foundation, a Cincinnati based 501c3.
This event this year will again be at The Manor House, 7440 Mason Montgomery Rd, Mason, OH 45040
- The QCDP Happy Hour will be held on FRIDAY, 5/1/26 and ARE AVAILABLE NOW! Link to Tickets is here. Ticket prices are $40.00 each.
- The QCDP will be held on SATURDAY, 5/2/26. General admission tickets ARE AVAILABLE NOW!!! Link to Tickets is here. Tickets prices are $125.00 each.
There are still a few tickets available for the BL&F VIP Tables!
BL&F's only has 24 VIP total tickets (3 tables). Tickets prices are $162.50 each.
BL&F's VIP Tables will be together or beside each other.VIP includes : VIP table experience w/champagne, souvenir glass and appetizers, open bar experience, and heavy appetizers throughout the party.
VIP Table Seats will be updated and listed below. To pay for and reserve your VIP Ticket you must contact Doc D @ (513) 348-4991. Reminder, this is first come, first serve and this event WILL sell out!
AS OF JANUARY 20, 2026 -> 12 BL&F VIP tickets remaining.
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