Events - Downtown Dayton Partnership

Special thanks to
The Virginia W. Kettering
Dayton Holiday Festival Fund
YOUR CHRISTMAS MUSIC STATION
Noontime Entertainment December (selected days) • Various downtown buildings
Uno’s Pizza with Santa Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 & 20 • Uno Pizzeria & Grill
Family Movie Series Dec. 5, 12 & 19 • The Neon
Five Rivers MetroParks Ice Rink Nov. 27-Feb. 28, 2016 • RiverScape MetroPark
Virginia Kettering’s Train Display Nov. 27–Jan. 2 • Kettering Tower Lobby
Wonderland Windows Nov. 27-Dec. 31 • Schuster Center
The Tike’s Shoppe Nov. 27-Dec. 23 (selected days) • Schuster Center
The holiday fun continues
with DP&L Family Weekends and other activities
Presented by
F E S T I V A L
Immediately following the tree lighting, Dayton’s nighttime holiday parade will round
the corner of Second and Main streets. Watch decorative seasonal floats, horses, drill teams
and bands, and some special holiday treats, all illuminated by more than 100,000 lights!
HOLIDAY
Presented by
Dayton
Children’s Parade
Spectacular in Lights
F E S T I V A L
HOLIDAY
DAYTON
Downtown’s
the place
for holiday fun!
of
Events
Calendar
Magic Glasses sponsored by CareSource
Main Stage Entertainment sponsored by Kroger
Leading up to the tree lighting, don’t miss a great lineup
of festive and fun holiday entertainment for the whole
family, including games and crafts, carnival rides, a life-size
snow globe, horse-drawn wagon rides, a gingerbread
homes contest, a scavenger hunt, live holiday music,
and much more, all beginning at 4 p.m. Free.
DAYTON
2015
Kick off the holiday season with Dayton’s traditional
tree lighting - at 7:45 p.m., approximately 100,000
colored lights will brighten the three-story tree.
The Grande
Illumination
November 27, 2015
4-9 p.m. Courthouse Square
Downtown’s the place for holiday fun!
Nov. 13 • Art-Off Competition & Fundraiser
K12 Gallery for Young People, 341 S. Jefferson St.; 6:30 p.m.
The annual fundraiser for K12 Gallery for Young People & TEJAS
will feature food, drinks, live music, auctions, and the “Art-Off” art
competition. Call for more details. 461-5149.
Nov. 13 & 14 • Dayton Woman’s Club Annual Holiday Bazaar
Dayton Woman’s Club, 225 N. Ludlow St.; Fri. 12-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Browse a variety of gift items, baked goods, holiday decorations, and
cards, jewelry and raffle items. The Friday dinner & Saturday lunch are
open to the public; reservations are required. Call for cost. 228-1124.
Nov. 14 & 28, Dec. 12 & 19 • Super Saturday Family Days
Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North; 1-3 p.m.
Drop by the DAI’s Experiencenter on selected Saturdays to learn
new art-making techniques and create artwork and memories that
you’ll take home and cherish. All ages. 223-4278.
Nov. 15 • Harvest Dinner
Westminster Presbyterian Church, 125 N. Wilkinson St.; 5:15 p.m.
Join us for an informal choral program with a potluck dinner
to follow. Reservations required; call or register online at
westminsterdayton.org. Call for cost. 223-7285.
Nov. 16 & 20 • Concert Band & Jazz Ensemble Performances
Sinclair Community College, Blair Hall Theatre, Building 2,
444 W. Third St.; 7:30 p.m. Nov. 16, 8 p.m. Nov. 20.
Enjoy Sinclair’s Concert Band’s Fall Concert on Nov. 16, and music from
the Jazz Ensemble on Nov. 20. Free admission. 512-2341.
Nov. 17-20 • 86th Annual Waffle Shop
Christ Episcopal Church, 20 W. First St.; 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Made-from-scratch waffles with sausages are on the menu, which
also includes soups, sandwiches, salad, desserts and drinks at
reasonable prices. In addition to the eat-in and carryout dining, the
Waffle Shop includes a craft bazaar, bake sale, rummage sale and
raffle. Call for cost. 223-2239.
Nov. 19 • Madeline and the Bad Hat
Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St.; 9:30 & 11:30 a.m.
Madeline learns not to judge a book by its cover in this Frank M. Tait
Foundation Discovery Series production. Grades PreK-4. $5. 228-3630.
Nov. 19-Dec. 24 • Holiday Gift Gallery
Dayton Visual Arts Center, 118 N. Jefferson St.; Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
DVAC’s popular fine art and fine craft gift-able gallery features 50+
artists’ jewelry, glass, wood and wearble artworks. New this year is a
“Holiday on Ice Preview Party” on Nov. 19 and special one-night-only
Trunk Shows on Nov. 30 and Dec. 3, 10, and 17. 224-3822.
Dayton Holiday Festival events,
Grande Illumination, Family Weekends
and more — inside!
Nov. 21-Feb. 21 • American Sampler: Grandma Moses and the
Handicraft Tradition
Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North; call for times.
This exhibition features more than 50 paintings by Grandma Moses,
along with her embroideries, crewelwork, and other ephemera. Call for
cost. 223-4278.
Nov. 25 • Stock-Up Wednesday
2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St.; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
The Market will be open to pick up your last-minute needs for
Thanksgiving, including homemade breads, fresh turkeys and hams,
pies and cakes, flowers, and more. 228-2088.
Nov. 25 & 27 • Such a Night: The Last Waltz Live
Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North; 8:30 p.m.
Nearly 30 local musicians will once again gather on the stage of
the DAI’s NCR Renaissance Auditorium to recreate the historic
performances of The Band’s Last Waltz. Proceeds benefit WYSO 91.3
and the DAI. $20-75. 223-4278.
Nov. 26 • Thanksgiving in Dayton: “A Feast of Giving”
Dayton Convention Center, 22 E. Fifth St.; 11 a.m-2 p.m.
The 40-plus-year tradition of the free Beerman Family Thanksgiving
Dinner in Dayton continues. No tickets required. All are welcome. RTA
bus rides available. 263-4500.
Nov. 26 & 27 • De’Lish Gives Back & Black Friday Special
De’Lish, 139 N. Main St.; 12-4 p.m. Nov. 26, 5-9 p.m. Nov. 27.
Nov. 26, De’Lish hosts the third annual De’Lish Gives Back, serving a full
Thanksgiving feast to the homeless and less fortunate. The next day,
kids eat free on Black Friday (one kid free with the purchase of an adult
entree) from 5 to 9 p.m. 461-2233.
Nov. 27 • Black Friday Brunch
Corner Kitchen, 613 E. Fifth St.; call for times, reservations.
Proceeds benefit Valley Food Relief, a long-standing Dayton Daily News
campaign supporting The Foodbank. 719-0999.
Nov. 20-Dec. 6 • All Is Calm, The Christmas Truce of 1914
Dayton Theatre Guild, 430 Wayne Ave; call for times.
The Western Front, Christmas, 1914. Out of the violence a silence, then a
song. A German soldier steps into No Man’s Land, singing “Stille Nacht.”
Thus begins an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music, peace. A
remarkable true story, told in the words and songs of the men who
lived it. $13-20. 278-5993.
Nov. 27 • Handmade Makers Mart
Sew Dayton, 261 Wayne Ave.; noon-5 p.m.
Local artisans Barmaid Soap Co., LStonerock and Westlake Craft will sell
their handmade and handcrafted goods. 234-7398.
Nov. 27-29 • Five Rivers MetroParks Ice Rink Opening Weekend
MetroParks Ice Rink, RiverScape MetroPark, 229 E. Monument Ave.;
Nov. 27 & 28: 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Nov. 29: 1-5 p.m.
Spend the holiday weekend creating lasting memories with friends
and family at MetroParks Ice Rink! $7. 274-0126.
Nov. 27-Dec. 31 • RTA Holiday Bus
Watch for the special RTA Holiday Bus this season, featuring festive
decorations and free candy canes for riders! The featured route can be
found at facebook.com/IRideRTA or i-riderta.org.
Nov. 28 • Small Business Saturday
Various locations throughout downtown.
Keep your money local and ‘shop small’ at downtown’s
unique small retailers and businesses this Small Business
Saturday and all holiday season long! Several downtown
businesses will host special sales and events.
Dec. 2 • Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
Schuster Performing Arts Center, Second & Main sts.; 7:30 p.m.
Experience the magic as the spirit of the season comes alive
with dazzling multimedia effects and the signature sound of
Mannheim Steamroller. Ages 6 and up. Call for cost. 228-3630.
Dec. 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, & 31• Mayhem & Mystery
Dinner Theatre: Christmas Sweater Swindle
The Spaghetti Warehouse, 36 W. Fifth St.; 7 p.m.
Mayhem & Mystery presents its annual holiday production with a
hilarious mystery. Don your favorite ugly Christmas sweater while
you dine and figure out who-dunnit. Call for reservations and
price. 461-3913.
Dec. 3-6 • Arts Night Out: Grandma Moses: An American Primitive
Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North;
8 p.m. Dec. 3 & 4, 2 p.m. Dec. 5 & 6.
The stage play Grandma Moses: An American Primitive chronicles
the life of America’s best-known folk artist. $26-30. 223-4278.
Dec. 4 • First Friday Holiday Open House
Various downtown venues; 5-10 p.m.
Shop for unique holiday gifts, many of them
handmade by local artisans, and enjoy special holidaythemed entertainment. This free monthly art hop also
features art exhibit openings, special discounts and a
variety of entertainment. Visit downtowndayton.org for
details. Free. 224-1518.
Dec. 4 & 5 • Handmade Holiday
Yellow Cab Building, 700 E. Fourth St.; Fri. 5-10 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
This art and craft bazaar brings together dozens of local artisans
and vendors selling unique, locally made goods. For more info,
visit facebook.com/handmadeholidaydayton.
Dec. 4 & 5 • A Celtic Tenors Christmas
Dayton Performing Arts Association;
Schuster Performing Arts Center, Second & Main sts.; 8 p.m.
Join the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and The Celtic Tenors,
who will enchant you with their gorgeous renditions of Irish folk
classics and favorite Christmas tunes. $27-78. 228-3630.
For the most up-to-date listing of downtown events, please visit downtowndayton.org
Calendars are produced by the Downtown Dayton Partnership. Information is subject to change without notice.
Please call the corresponding venue for specific event details.
Special thanks to
The Virginia W. Kettering
Dayton Holiday Festival Fund
YOUR CHRISTMAS MUSIC STATION
Noontime Entertainment December (selected days) • Various downtown buildings
Uno’s Pizza with Santa Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 & 20 • Uno Pizzeria & Grill
Family Movie Series Dec. 5, 12 & 19 • The Neon
Five Rivers MetroParks Ice Rink Nov. 27-Feb. 28, 2016 • RiverScape MetroPark
Virginia Kettering’s Train Display Nov. 27–Jan. 2 • Kettering Tower Lobby
Wonderland Windows Nov. 27-Dec. 31 • Schuster Center
The Tike’s Shoppe Nov. 27-Dec. 23 (selected days) • Schuster Center
The holiday fun continues
with DP&L Family Weekends and other activities
Presented by
F E S T I V A L
Immediately following the tree lighting, Dayton’s nighttime holiday parade will round
the corner of Second and Main streets. Watch decorative seasonal floats, horses, drill teams
and bands, and some special holiday treats, all illuminated by more than 100,000 lights!
HOLIDAY
Presented by
Dayton
Children’s Parade
Spectacular in Lights
F E S T I V A L
HOLIDAY
DAYTON
of
Events
Calendar
Magic Glasses sponsored by CareSource
Main Stage Entertainment sponsored by Kroger
Leading up to the tree lighting, don’t miss a great lineup
of festive and fun holiday entertainment for the whole
family, including games and crafts, carnival rides, a life-size
snow globe, horse-drawn wagon rides, a gingerbread
homes contest, a scavenger hunt, live holiday music,
and much more, all beginning at 4 p.m. Free.
Downtown’s
the place
for holiday fun!
DAYTON
2015
Kick off the holiday season with Dayton’s traditional
tree lighting - at 7:45 p.m., approximately 100,000
colored lights will brighten the three-story tree.
The Grande
Illumination
November 27, 2015
4-9 p.m. Courthouse Square
Downtown’s the place for holiday fun!
Nov. 13 • Art-Off Competition & Fundraiser
K12 Gallery for Young People, 341 S. Jefferson St.; 6:30 p.m.
The annual fundraiser for K12 Gallery for Young People & TEJAS
will feature food, drinks, live music, auctions, and the “Art-Off” art
competition. Call for more details. 461-5149.
Nov. 13 & 14 • Dayton Woman’s Club Annual Holiday Bazaar
Dayton Woman’s Club, 225 N. Ludlow St.; Fri. 12-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Browse a variety of gift items, baked goods, holiday decorations, and
cards, jewelry and raffle items. The Friday dinner & Saturday lunch are
open to the public; reservations are required. Call for cost. 228-1124.
Nov. 14 & 28, Dec. 12 & 19 • Super Saturday Family Days
Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North; 1-3 p.m.
Drop by the DAI’s Experiencenter on selected Saturdays to learn
new art-making techniques and create artwork and memories that
you’ll take home and cherish. All ages. 223-4278.
Nov. 15 • Harvest Dinner
Westminster Presbyterian Church, 125 N. Wilkinson St.; 5:15 p.m.
Join us for an informal choral program with a potluck dinner
to follow. Reservations required; call or register online at
westminsterdayton.org. Call for cost. 223-7285.
Nov. 16 & 20 • Concert Band & Jazz Ensemble Performances
Sinclair Community College, Blair Hall Theatre, Building 2,
444 W. Third St.; 7:30 p.m. Nov. 16, 8 p.m. Nov. 20.
Enjoy Sinclair’s Concert Band’s Fall Concert on Nov. 16, and music from
the Jazz Ensemble on Nov. 20. Free admission. 512-2341.
Nov. 17-20 • 86th Annual Waffle Shop
Christ Episcopal Church, 20 W. First St.; 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Made-from-scratch waffles with sausages are on the menu, which
also includes soups, sandwiches, salad, desserts and drinks at
reasonable prices. In addition to the eat-in and carryout dining, the
Waffle Shop includes a craft bazaar, bake sale, rummage sale and
raffle. Call for cost. 223-2239.
Nov. 19 • Madeline and the Bad Hat
Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St.; 9:30 & 11:30 a.m.
Madeline learns not to judge a book by its cover in this Frank M. Tait
Foundation Discovery Series production. Grades PreK-4. $5. 228-3630.
Nov. 19-Dec. 24 • Holiday Gift Gallery
Dayton Visual Arts Center, 118 N. Jefferson St.; Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
DVAC’s popular fine art and fine craft gift-able gallery features 50+
artists’ jewelry, glass, wood and wearble artworks. New this year is a
“Holiday on Ice Preview Party” on Nov. 19 and special one-night-only
Trunk Shows on Nov. 30 and Dec. 3, 10, and 17. 224-3822.
Nov. 20-Dec. 6 • All Is Calm, The Christmas Truce of 1914
Dayton Theatre Guild, 430 Wayne Ave; call for times.
The Western Front, Christmas, 1914. Out of the violence a silence, then a
song. A German soldier steps into No Man’s Land, singing “Stille Nacht.”
Thus begins an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music, peace. A
remarkable true story, told in the words and songs of the men who
lived it. $13-20. 278-5993.
Nov. 21-Feb. 21 • American Sampler: Grandma Moses and the
Handicraft Tradition
Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North; call for times.
This exhibition features more than 50 paintings by Grandma Moses,
along with her embroideries, crewelwork, and other ephemera. Call for
cost. 223-4278.
Nov. 25 • Stock-Up Wednesday
2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St.; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
The Market will be open to pick up your last-minute needs for
Thanksgiving, including homemade breads, fresh turkeys and hams,
pies and cakes, flowers, and more. 228-2088.
Nov. 25 & 27 • Such a Night: The Last Waltz Live
Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North; 8:30 p.m.
Nearly 30 local musicians will once again gather on the stage of
the DAI’s NCR Renaissance Auditorium to recreate the historic
performances of The Band’s Last Waltz. Proceeds benefit WYSO 91.3
and the DAI. $20-75. 223-4278.
Nov. 26 • Thanksgiving in Dayton: “A Feast of Giving”
Dayton Convention Center, 22 E. Fifth St.; 11 a.m-2 p.m.
The 40-plus-year tradition of the free Beerman Family Thanksgiving
Dinner in Dayton continues. No tickets required. All are welcome. RTA
bus rides available. 263-4500.
Nov. 26 & 27 • De’Lish Gives Back & Black Friday Special
De’Lish, 139 N. Main St.; 12-4 p.m. Nov. 26, 5-9 p.m. Nov. 27.
Nov. 26, De’Lish hosts the third annual De’Lish Gives Back, serving a full
Thanksgiving feast to the homeless and less fortunate. The next day,
kids eat free on Black Friday (one kid free with the purchase of an adult
entree) from 5 to 9 p.m. 461-2233.
Nov. 27 • Black Friday Brunch
Corner Kitchen, 613 E. Fifth St.; call for times, reservations.
Proceeds benefit Valley Food Relief, a long-standing Dayton Daily News
campaign supporting The Foodbank. 719-0999.
Nov. 27 • Handmade Makers Mart
Sew Dayton, 261 Wayne Ave.; noon-5 p.m.
Local artisans Barmaid Soap Co., LStonerock and Westlake Craft will sell
their handmade and handcrafted goods. 234-7398.
Nov. 27-29 • Five Rivers MetroParks Ice Rink Opening Weekend
MetroParks Ice Rink, RiverScape MetroPark, 229 E. Monument Ave.;
Nov. 27 & 28: 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Nov. 29: 1-5 p.m.
Spend the holiday weekend creating lasting memories with friends
and family at MetroParks Ice Rink! $7. 274-0126.
Nov. 27-Dec. 31 • RTA Holiday Bus
Watch for the special RTA Holiday Bus this season, featuring festive
decorations and free candy canes for riders! The featured route can be
found at facebook.com/IRideRTA or i-riderta.org.
Dayton Holiday Festival events,
Grande Illumination, Family Weekends
and more — inside!
Nov. 28 • Small Business Saturday
Various locations throughout downtown.
Keep your money local and ‘shop small’ at downtown’s
unique small retailers and businesses this Small Business
Saturday and all holiday season long! Several downtown
businesses will host special sales and events.
Dec. 2 • Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
Schuster Performing Arts Center, Second & Main sts.; 7:30 p.m.
Experience the magic as the spirit of the season comes alive
with dazzling multimedia effects and the signature sound of
Mannheim Steamroller. Ages 6 and up. Call for cost. 228-3630.
Dec. 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, & 31• Mayhem & Mystery
Dinner Theatre: Christmas Sweater Swindle
The Spaghetti Warehouse, 36 W. Fifth St.; 7 p.m.
Mayhem & Mystery presents its annual holiday production with a
hilarious mystery. Don your favorite ugly Christmas sweater while
you dine and figure out who-dunnit. Call for reservations and
price. 461-3913.
Dec. 3-6 • Arts Night Out: Grandma Moses: An American Primitive
Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North;
8 p.m. Dec. 3 & 4, 2 p.m. Dec. 5 & 6.
The stage play Grandma Moses: An American Primitive chronicles
the life of America’s best-known folk artist. $26-30. 223-4278.
Dec. 4 • First Friday Holiday Open House
Various downtown venues; 5-10 p.m.
Shop for unique holiday gifts, many of them
handmade by local artisans, and enjoy special holidaythemed entertainment. This free monthly art hop also
features art exhibit openings, special discounts and a
variety of entertainment. Visit downtowndayton.org for
details. Free. 224-1518.
Dec. 4 & 5 • Handmade Holiday
Yellow Cab Building, 700 E. Fourth St.; Fri. 5-10 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
This art and craft bazaar brings together dozens of local artisans
and vendors selling unique, locally made goods. For more info,
visit facebook.com/handmadeholidaydayton.
Dec. 4 & 5 • A Celtic Tenors Christmas
Dayton Performing Arts Association;
Schuster Performing Arts Center, Second & Main sts.; 8 p.m.
Join the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and The Celtic Tenors,
who will enchant you with their gorgeous renditions of Irish folk
classics and favorite Christmas tunes. $27-78. 228-3630.
For the most up-to-date listing of downtown events, please visit downtowndayton.org
Calendars are produced by the Downtown Dayton Partnership. Information is subject to change without notice.
Please call the corresponding venue for specific event details.
Downtown’s the place for holiday fun!
DAYTON
HOLIDAY
F E S T I V A L
The 2015
Dayton Holiday
Festival presented by DP&L
More details at daytonholidayfestival.org
Nov. 27 • The Grande Illumination
presented by DP&L
Courthouse Square, Third & Main sts.; 4-9 p.m.
Watch the holidays light up during
Dayton’s traditional tree lighting. At 7:45
p.m., approximately 100,000 colored lights
will brighten the three-story-tall tree on
Courthouse Square. Free. 224-1518.
Media sponsor: Big 106.5 FM.
Nov. 27 • The Dayton Children’s Parade Spectacular in Lights
presented by Miami Valley Hospital
Along Second, Main and Fourth sts., 7:45 p.m.
Immediately following the tree
lighting, Dayton’s traditional
holiday parade will round the
corner of Second and Main
streets. Watch decorative seasonal floats, horses, drill teams and
bands, and some special holiday treats — all illuminated by more
than 100,000 lights. Free. 224-1518.
Nov. 27 • Life-Size Snow Globe
sponsored by DP&L
Courthouse Square; 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Jump inside the enormous snow
globe and take photos among this
whimsical winter scene. Free.
Nov. 27 • Junior League of
Dayton’s Holiday Hunt
Courthouse Square; 4-7 p.m.
A kids’ scavenger hunt throughout downtown. Free.
Nov. 27 • Gingerbread Homes for the Holidays Contest
sponsored by the Downtown Priority Board & B94.5 Hot Country
The Old Court House, Third & Main sts.; 4-8 p.m.
View all the delicious contest entries and the award-winning
houses. Best in Show will receive $500. Free. 224-1518.
Nov. 27 • Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides
Second & Main sts.; 4-7:30 p.m.
Enjoy a wagon ride through downtown! Suggested donation, $1
per person. 224-1518.
Nov. 27 • Holiday Village
sponsored by Time Warner Cable Media
Kettering Tower lobby, 40 N. Main St.; 4-9 p.m.
Enjoy festive crafts, games, Time Warner Cable’s Dial-An-Elf and
lots of surprises inside this fantasy village for kids. Free.
Nov. 27 • Street Fair on Third
sponsored by Fifth Third Bank
Third Street between Main and Ludlow; 4-9 p.m.
Don’t miss all the free carnival rides for kids! 224-1518.
Nov. 27-Dec. 23 • The Tike’s Shoppe
sponsored by DP&L
Schuster Center Wintergarden, Second &
Ludlow entrance; weekends and special hours.
SHOPPE
s
The Sto
re for Little Folk
A special shop run by kids, for kids — and
priced within a kid’s budget. Also, visit Santa during special
hours. YES! for Youth manages The Tike’s Shoppe. 750-3076.
Additional support from ABC 22/Fox 45 and the Victoria Theatre
Association.
Nov. 27-Dec. 31 • Wonderland Windows
Schuster Center Wintergarden, Second & Main sts.; 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Experience the magical Rike’s department store holiday window
displays. (The windows will not be accessible during private
events in the Wintergarden.) 228-7591.
Nov. 27-Jan. 2 • Virginia Kettering’s Holiday Train Display
Kettering Tower lobby at the corner of Second & Main sts.;
lobby hours Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
View this one-of-a-kind model train display given to the
community by Mrs. Virginia Kettering. Display may be viewed
through the building windows at Second & Main anytime.
224-1518.
Dec. Selected Dates • Noontime Entertainment
Various downtown buildings; call for dates.
Enjoy free holiday performances by orchestras, vocal and dance
ensembles, a cappella groups, concert bands, and show choirs
in office buildings downtown. Visit daytonholidayfestival.org for
dates, group listings and performance locations. 224-1518.
2015 Dayton Holiday Festival
Family Weekends presented by
Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 & 20 • Uno’s Pizza with Santa
Uno Pizzeria & Grill, 126 N. Main St.; 11 a.m.
Have a special lunch with Santa, and then visit the Tike’s Shoppe
at the Schuster Center. Reservations required. Call for cost and
reservations. 910-8000.
Dec. 5, 12 & 19 • Family Movie Series
media sponsor Channel 99.9 FM
The Neon Movies, 130 E. Fifth St.; noon.
Bring the family for fun, festive holiday films. Enjoy Jingle All the
Way on Dec. 5, The Polar Express on Dec. 12, and A Christmas
Story on Dec. 19. Titles subject to change - call theater for
confirmation. Homefull will collect hats, scarves and mittens for
children in need. Free admission for kids 12 and younger, $2 for
adults. 222-7469.
Dec. 4, 12, 17, 18, 22-24, 29 & 30 • Holiday Events at Sew Dayton
Sew Dayton, 261 Wayne Ave.; call for times.
Sew Dayton hosts a “Stitch-n-Sip & Holiday Party” on Dec. 4. Learn to
make hand stitched holiday ornaments on Dec. 12, holiday stockings
on Dec. 17, Santa hats on Dec. 22, and holiday embroidery Dec. 23.
There’s a Kids Night Dec. 18 and a Kids PJ Camp Dec. 29 & 30, and
you can pick up last-minute gifts at Santa’s Last Stop Dec. 24. Some
programs require registration. For more info, call 234-7398.
Dec. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, & 26, Jan. 2 • Star-Late Skates
RiverScape MetroPark, 229 E. Monument Ave., 7-10 p.m.
Take in the sights and sounds of downtown, warm up with hot chocolate
from the food concession, and enjoy an evening skating alongside the
Great Miami River! No registration required. All ages. $7. 278-2607.
Dec. 5 • Christmas Walk in Downtown Dayton
Meet at 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St.; 9 a.m.-3p.m.
Ohio Wander Freunde presents a noncompetitive walk through the
decorated streets of downtown. All ages. Contact 878-8381 or
[email protected]. Free.
Dec. 5 • Dayton Gay Men’s Chorus Concert
Westminster Presbyterian Church, 125 N. Wilkinson St.; 5 p.m.
The annual holiday concert is a mixture of funny, beautiful and classic
holiday sounds that features the voices of area men who are sure to
entertain. $15. Visit daytongaymenschorus.org for info.
Dec. 5 • An Evening in December Holiday Concert
Sinclair Community College, Blair Hall Theatre, 444 W. Third St.; 8 p.m.
Enjoy a holiday concert by Sinclair’s Gospel Ensemble and Opera/
Music Theatre Ensemble. Free. 512-2341.
Dec. 5 & 6 • A Christmas Carol
Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St.; 2 & 8 p.m. Dec. 5, 2 & 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6.
The Nebraska Theatre Caravan brings us Charles Jones’ delightful
adaptation of A Christmas Carol brimming with traditional carols and
memorable characters. Call for cost. 228-3630.
Dec. 6 • Holiday Bazaar
The Trolley Stop, 530 E. Fifth St.; 1-6 p.m.
Trolley Stop’s customers bring handmade scarves, preserves,
jewelry, decorations, photographs, pottery, paintings, wood
carvings and more for sale, along with a potluck dinner to share.
Visit trolleystopdayton.com for details.
Dec. 6 • A Doll’s High Tea
The Dayton Woman’s Club, 225 N. Ludlow St.; 2-4 p.m.
Bring your favorite doll to DWC’s Victorian mansion decorated for the
holiday season for a high tea, featuring petite tea confections and
desserts. There will be a meet and greet for all the dolls, and a doll parade
throughout the club. Reservations required. Call 228-1124 for cost.
Dec. 6 • Winter Concert
Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra; Schuster Center; 3 p.m.
The DYPO presents their annual winter concert. $8. For tickets, call
the DPO Education Department at 224-3521 ext. 1136.
Dec. 6 • Advent Dinner and Choral Program
Westminster Presbyterian Church, 125 N. Wilkinson St.; 5 p.m.
Join us for a potluck dinner with an informal choral program to
follow. Registration required. Call for cost. 223-7285.
Dec. 6, Jan. 10 & 24 • Penguin Preschool
MetroParks Ice Rink, RiverScape MetroPark, 229 E. Monument Ave.,
noon-12:30 p.m.
Join us select Sundays for Penguin Preschool for 3- to 5-year-olds.
Youngsters will have fun as they learn how to march in place and
across the ice, dip, glide and stop — all while gaining confidence
in their new abilities. Arrive 15 minutes prior to start time. $10 fee
includes use of skates. Registration required. 274-0126.
Dec. 6, Jan. 10 & 24 • Waddles
MetroParks Ice Rink, RiverScape MetroPark, 229 E. Monument Ave.,
12:30-1 p.m.
Children’s beginner ice lesson for ages 6 to 10. Participants will
learn how to sit and stand up on the ice, march in place and across
the ice, dip and glide. Arrive 15 minutes prior to start time. $10 fee
includes use of skates. Registration required. 274-0126.
Dec. 7 & 8 • Doktor Kaboom’s Live Wire
Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St.; 9:30 & 11:30 a.m.
During this interactive performance, Doktor Kaboom will explore
the fundamentals of electrical energy and the history of humanity’s
adventures into its potential. Grades 2-8. $5. 228-3630.
Dec. 10 • Christmas Concert
Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School, 505 S. Ludlow St.; 7 p.m.
The CJ concert band, string ensemble, choirs and a cappella groups
perform the “Sounds of the Season.” Free.
Dec. 10-19 • The Santaland Diaries
The Loft Theatre, 126 N. Main St.; call for times.
Meet the quintessential elf-gone-bad as he relives a series of lessthan-merry misadventures in David Sedaris’ hysterical antidote for
holiday havoc. $24. 228-3630.
Dec. 11-13 & 18-22 • The Nutcracker
Dayton Performing Arts Association; Schuster Performing Arts Center,
Second & Main sts.; call for times.
The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra will perform the musical score
live during the Dayton Ballet’s production. This beloved story comes
to life in this annual production that is more than just a ballet — it’s a
tradition. $21-72; call for availability. 228-3630.
Dec. 12 • Winter Holiday Containers
2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St.; 10-11:30 a.m.
Get ready for the holidays with a wonderful greenery container. You
supply a 12-inch container and we’ll supply cut greens, accents, and
inspiration to make it a wonderful holiday decoration. Ages 18 and
up. Registration required. 228-2088.
Dec. 12 • Holiday Open House
Powers Fine Art Photography, 222 E. Sixth St.; 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Hosting a holiday open house. Powers Fine Art Photography and
Kate Lally Ceramics will be the featured artists. 222-2541.
Dec. 12 • Wind Symphony Concert
Sinclair Community College, Blair Hall Theatre, Building 2,
444 W. Third St.; 8 p.m.
Free concert with a guest trumpet artist. 512-2341.
Dec. 12 & 19 • Shop for Him & Shop for Her
Brim, 464 E. Fifth St.; noon-8 p.m. Dec. 12, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Dec. 19.
He’s the toughest to shop for. Brim’s “Shop for Him” event on Dec. 12,
featuring a carefully curated collection of local artisan-made gifts,
makes it easy. Get her something she really wants at “Shop for Her”
on Dec. 19, featuring local jewelers. 222-4287.
Dec. 13 & 20 • Sugarplum Tea
Dayton Ballet Barre; Boston Stoker, 34 W. Second St., 1-2 p.m.
Children will meet the Sugarplum Fairy and the Nutcracker, learn
a few dance steps and hear the story of The Nutcracker. Snacks, hot
beverages and a few surprises provided. $10. Call 228-3630 or visit
ticketcenterstage.com.
Dec. 13, Jan. 17 & 31 • Gliders
MetroParks Ice Rink, RiverScape MetroPark, 229 E. Monument Ave.,
noon-12:30 p.m.
It’s time for some fancy footwork! Children ages 3 to 10 will learn how
to walk and wiggle backward, swizzle and do a two-foot turn. This
is the second lesson for those who have taken Waddles or Penguin
Preschool. Arrive 15 minutes prior to start time. $10 fee includes use
of skates. Registration required. 274-0126.
Dec. 13, Jan. 17 & 31 • Skating Basics
MetroParks Ice Rink, RiverScape MetroPark, 229 E. Monument Ave.,
12:30-1 p.m.
Gain confidence to let go of the wall in this beginner’s class for ages
11 and up. A certified skating instructor will lead you through the
basics so you can move about the rink safely and comfortably, and
learn some skills in the process. Arrive 15 minutes prior to start time.
$10 fee includes use of skates. Registration required. 274-0126.
Dec. 15 • Blanket Party
The Deli & Top of the Market, 32 Webster St.; 2 p.m.
Help make fleece tie-blankets for Dayton Children’s Hospital and St.
Vincent de Paul. Enjoy food, music, a photo booth and more. Free to
attend; donations of fabric appreciated. 224-3663.
Dec. 16 • Jim Brickman’s Comfort & Joy Tour
Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St.; 7:30 p.m.
Jim Brickman and featured musical guests will showcase new music,
along with holiday favorites and other hits. $28-60. 228-3630.
Dec. 16-19 • A Charlie Brown Christmas
Sinclair Community College, Blair Hall Theatre, Building 2,
444 W. Third St.; call for times.
The holiday TV special comes to life when Charlie Brown tries to
convince his friends that there’s no magic left in a Christmas that’s
too commercial. $8. 512-2341.
Dec. 17-19 • Santa Visits the Market
2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St.,
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Dec. 17 & 18, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 19.
Bring a camera and snap a photo of Santa with your friends and
family. It won’t be too late to tell Santa what is on your wish list,
including Market goodies. All ages. 228-2088.
Dec. 18 • Bach’s Lunch
The Loft Theatre, 126 N. Main St.; 10 a.m. and noon.
The Carillon Brass will play two free holiday concerts in a lighthearted, audience-friendly format. Coffee and donuts before early
performance; box lunch available before noon performance. Call for
details. 224-3521.
Dec. 18 • Noonday Carol Sing
Westminster Presbyterian Church, 125 N. Wilkinson St.; noon.
Get into the holiday spirit with carol singing. Lunch for a nominal
fee will follow. 223-7285.
Dec. 20 • Afternoon Musicale: David Wion & Friends
Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North; 2 p.m.
Enjoy a special Holiday Musicale in the NCR Renaissance
Auditorium, featuring local favorites David Wion & Friends. Call for
cost. 223-4278.
Dec. 20 • Handel’s Messiah
Westminster Presbyterian Church, 125 N. Wilkinson St.; 6:30 p.m.
Join the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra for this glorious choral
masterpiece at the gorgeous Westminster Presbyterian Church.
$14-29. 228-3630.
Dec. 23 • Straight No Chaser
Schuster Performing Arts Center, Second & Main sts.; 8 p.m.
The popular male a cappella group’s “New Old Fashioned Tour”
makes a stop in Dayton. $35 and up. 228-3630.
Dec. 24 & 25 • Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Skates
MetroParks Ice Rink, RiverScape MetroPark, 229 E. Monument Ave.;
11 a.m.-5 p.m. Christmas Eve, 1-8 p.m. Christmas Day.
Have an old-fashioned family holiday and skate on Christmas Eve and
Christmas Day. Enjoy the festive atmosphere as you sip hot chocolate
by the outdoor fireplaces. Admission includes ice skate rental. $7.
278-2607.
Dec. 27 & Jan. 3 • Penguin Playskate
MetroParks Ice Rink, RiverScape MetroPark, 229 E. Monument Ave.,
noon-1 p.m.
Learn to skate as a family! A certified skating instructor will take
you and your kids through the basics as you gain confidence
and experience the fun of skating together! Arrive 15 minutes
prior to start time. $10 fee includes use of skates. Ages 3 and up.
Registration required. 274-0126.
Dec. 31 • New Year’s Eve: Celebrate!
Dayton Performing Arts Alliance;
Schuster Performing Arts Center, Second & Main sts.; 8 p.m.
Dancers from the Dayton Ballet, vocalists from the Dayton Opera,
and the instrumentalists of the Dayton Philharmonic combine their
talents for an artistic celebration of the New Year. Enjoy food-by-thebite beforehand, champagne at intermission and a balloon drop at
concert’s close. $19-69. 228-3630.
Dec. 31 & Jan. 1 • New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day Skates
MetroParks Ice Rink, RiverScape MetroPark, 229 E. Monument Ave.;
11 a.m.-10 p.m. New Year’s Eve, 1-8 p.m. New Year’s Day.
Start your New Year’s Eve party at MetroParks Ice Rink and be the last
to skate in 2015, or come to the rink on New Year’s Day and be the
first to skate in 2016! $7 admission includes skate rental. 278-2607.
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