The ‘Arts in the District’ block party set to be held today in Oregon District

The ‘Arts in the District’ block party is set to kick off in the Oregon District later today.

From noon until 6:00 p.m., attendees will be able to celebrate with free, family-friendly activities on Fifth Street in Dayton.

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Local artists and vendors will be at the event showing off their creations, according to a press release.

There will also be a beer truck set up to benefit Purrfect Additions cat rescue.

“The Oregon District is always striving to welcome in new folks who may have never visited the Oregon District as well as bring back our most dedicated supporters and providing something cool to do. We have so many businesses in our district that are truly unique, and we want to share that with our community!” said Emily Mendenhall, a business owner and member of the Oregon District Business Association Board of Trustees.