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SUMMARY:Virginia Kettering’s Holiday Train Display
DESCRIPTION:November 29-January 1\nStratacache Tower lobby at the corner of Second & Main sts.\nView in building lobby Mon-Sat\, or through windows anytime.\n \nView this one-of-a-kind model train display given to the community by Mrs. Virginia Kettering.\n(Use Second St. building entrance.)\nFree. 224-1518.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/virginia-ketterings-holiday-train-display-2/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:Stratacache Tower\, 40 N. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45423
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SUMMARY:Rike’s Holiday Windows
DESCRIPTION:The holiday season is here and one of Dayton’s most beloved traditions is visiting the Rike’s Holiday Windows! \nThe RIKE’S HOLIDAY WINDOWS’ animated elves and animals first appeared in NCR’s New York office windows in 1943\, but many Daytonians remember them from their annual holiday pilgrimage to the Rike’s Department Store which sat on the corner of Second and Main Streets (where the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center now sits). They’ve been on display in the Schuster Center’s Wintergarden during the holidays for more than 20 years. \nIn 2018\, the displays were redesigned by critically acclaimed theatre and opera scenic designer and Dayton native Adam Koch\, reconstructed by internationally acclaimed set and stage designers Scenic Solutions from West Carrollton\, Ohio\, and the characters were recostumed by the Dayton Sewing Collaborative. \nSANTA’S SECRET\nSanta and his magical team of crafty reindeer make a special stop each year to the Schuster Center to hide a special something in each of the Rike’s Holiday Windows. Can you guess what it is this year? It’s tiny\, often at a child’s eye level\, and has something to do with Dayton! \nIf you’re right\, you’ll be entered to win a special gift certificate from Dayton Live. The winning entry will be notified after the new year begins! \nYou’ll be able to submit your entry when the RIKE’S HOLIDAY WINDOWS open for the season! \n  \nWindows are generally available for viewing Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-6:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. The windows will be closed Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, New Year’s Eve\, and New Year’s Day\, and will not be available for public viewing during private events. \nPresented by Dayton Live
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/rikes-holiday-windows-2/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center\, 1 West Second Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Whimsical Windows Contest
DESCRIPTION:Dec. 2-27\nSelect businesses throughout downtown \nThis annual contest shows off the creativity of downtown Dayton’s collection of small businesses as they decorate their storefront windows for the holidays in their own unique ways. Enjoy shopping\, dining\, and exploring downtown Dayton in this fun and festive atmosphere! Vote for your favorite window display online. Free.\nSponsored by Dayton.com
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/whimsical-windows-contest-2/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:Downtown Dayton
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241218
DTSTAMP:20260425T213637
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SUMMARY:Polar Bear Express
DESCRIPTION:Thru Feb. 28 • Polar Bear Express\nRoutes throughout downtown; call for dates\, times\, and cost.\nBook a ride aboard the abominably decorated Pedal Wagon for a 2-hour pedaling adventure through the festive streets of Dayton and to the best bars and restaurants. Reservations required.  pedalwagon.com/dayton. 388-3006.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/polar-bear-express/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:Downtown Dayton
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SUMMARY:Holly Jolly Social: A Holiday Pop-Up Experience
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to celebrate the season at Holly Jolly Social! We’re decking the halls and transforming Two Social into a festive haven with cheerful décor\, seasonal cocktails\, and plenty of holiday spirit. Join us for a cozy and merry time this holiday season! (11/8-1/12)
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/holly-jolly-social-a-holiday-pop-up-experience/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:Two Social\, 123 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241217
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SUMMARY:Ice Skating
DESCRIPTION:Sheltered under the covered pavilion\, the MetroParks Ice Rink sets the scene as a perfect winter wonderland in downtown Dayton. While the rink is open\, you can enjoy delicious treats from the concession area\, including a cup of hot chocolate. Take advantage of fun skating activities\, such as lessons\, themed skating nights and more. Visit metroparks.org/ice-rink to learn more\, find daily open hours\, and see a schedule of events. Admission: $7 daily\, ice skate rental: $3 daily. Season passes available. Ages 3 and under are free with a paying adult. 278-2607.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/ice-skating/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:RiverScape MetroPark\, 237 E Monument Ave\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:RTA Holiday Bus
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (RTA) is getting into the holiday spirit with the arrival of its winter wonderland-themed December bus and appearances by Santa Claus. \n  \nThe 2024 December holiday bus features several religious celebrations\, including Christmas\, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa\, along with New Year’s Eve and the first day of winter. It also highlights the RTA’s historic Christmas trolley\, which will be on display during special public events throughout the month of December. \n  \nCustomers who want to ride with Saint Nick on the December bus may do so on the following dates: \n  \n\nSunday\, Dec. 1: Route 12 – 12:39 p.m. to 3:37 p.m.\nTuesday\, Dec. 3: Route 16 – 9:42 a.m. to 1:22 p.m.\nWednesday\, Dec. 4: Route 17 – 10:10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.\nFriday\, Dec. 6: Route 6 – 4:11 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.\nWednesday\, Dec. 11: Route 9 – 9:53 a.m. to 12:24 p.m.\nFriday\, Dec. 13: Route 6 – 9:11 a.m. to 12:11 p.m.\nTuesday\, Dec. 17: Route 22 – 9:05 a.m. to 11:57 a.m.\nWednesday\, Dec. 18: Route 16 – 10: 42 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.\nFriday\, Dec. 20: Route 2 – 4:15 p.m. to 6:37 p.m.\nSunday\, Dec. 22: Route 22 – 11:31 a.m. to 1:50 p.m.\nTuesday\, Dec. 24: Route 1 – 9:32 a.m. to 11:28 p.m.\n\n\nIf you visit Santa\, share photos with the RTA on our social media pages by tagging @iriderta on Facebook and Instagram. \n  \nThe December bus schedule is as follows: \n  \n\nSunday\, Dec. 1: Route 12 – 12:33 p.m. to 3:37 p.m.\nMonday\, Dec. 2: Route 1 – 5:12 a.m. to 1:19 p.m.\nTuesday\, Dec. 3: Route 16 – 6:04 a.m. to 3:08 p.m.\nWednesday\, Dec. 4: Route 17 – 8:26A a.m. to 4:57 p.m.\nThursday\, Dec. 5: Route 17 – 4:48 p.m. to 1:04 a.m.\nFriday\, Dec. 6: Route 6 – 10:05 a.m. to 7:05 p.m.\nSaturday\, Dec.7: Routes 18/19 – 4:44 p.m. to 1:11 a.m.\nSunday\, Dec.8 – Route 9 – 12:34 p.m. to 4:20 p.m.\nMonday\, Dec. 9: Routes 18/19 – 10:54 a.m.to 7:35 p.m.\nTuesday\, Dec. 10: West Community Connector – 1:45 p.m. to 11:39 p.m.\nWednesday\, Dec. 11: Route 9 – 5:15 a.m. to 1:44 p.m.\nThursday\, Dec 12: Out of regular service\nFriday\, Dec. 13: Route 6 – 5:15 a.m. to 1:48 p.m.\nSaturday\, Dec. 14: West Connector – 2:07 p.m. to 12:12 a.m.\nSunday\, Dec. 15: North Connector – 5:54 a.m. to 3:20 p.m.\nMonday\, Dec. 16: Routes 18/19 – 5:15 a.m. to 1:40 p.m.\nTuesday\, Dec. 17: Route 22 – 5:26 a.m. to 1:47 p.m.\nWednesday\, Dec. 18: Route 16 – 5:03 a.m. to 12:28 p.m.\nThursday\, Dec. 19: Route 12 – 10:24 a.m. to 7:29 p.m.\nFriday\, Dec. 20: Route 2 – 2:51 p.m. to 12:37 a.m.\nSaturday\, Dec. 21: Route 43 – 5:59 a.m. to 11:38 a.m.\nSunday\, Dec. 22: Route 22 – 5:23 a.m. to 3 p.m.\nMonday\, Dec. 23: Route 16 – 12:18 p.m. to 7:39 p.m.\nTuesday\, Dec. 24: Route 1 – 5:24 a.m. to 2:35 p.m.\nWednesday\, Dec. 25: Route 9 –               4:11 p.m. to 12:47 a.m.\nThursday\, Dec. 26: Routes 18/19 – 2:26 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.\nFriday\, Dec. 27: Route 12 – 10:15 a.m. to 7:20 p.m.\nSaturday\, Dec. 28: Route 17 – 10:54 a.m. to 7:31 p.m.\nSunday\, Dec. 29: Route 2 – 5:01 a.m. to 1:19 p.m\nMonday\, Dec. 30: Route 28 – 2:42 p.m. to 11:54 p.m.\nTuesday\, Dec. 31: North Community Connector – 4:52 a.m.to 2:16 p.m.\n\n\nA complete schedule of the daily routes for the December bus\, Santa’s schedule and the dates and times of the special events for the historic Christmas trolley can be found at iriderta.org/holidaybus.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/rta-holiday-bus/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:Downtown Dayton
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SUMMARY:Winter Gift Gallery (Local Artist Nook)
DESCRIPTION:Dec. 1-23 • Winter Gift Gallery (Local Artist Nook)\nK12 Gallery for Young People & TEJAS\, 341 S. Jefferson St.;\nMon.-Thurs. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.\, Fri. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.\, Sat. 11 a.m.-1 p.m.\nArtists will showcase paintings\, ceramics\, blown glass\, prints\, and\njewelry for sale. k12tejasgallery.org.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/winter-gift-gallery-local-artist-nook/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:K12 Gallery & TEJAS\, 341 S. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241217T150000
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SUMMARY:Tell Me Another Story
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion and screening of this 2021 documentary directed by Damani Baker. An inspiring 30-minute portrait of the power of picture books. It’s a compelling overview of diversity in children’s literature that brings home the enormous need for us to tell our children another\, more inclusive story. This film highlights the creators\, past and present\, whose focus has uplifted children’s literature from W.E.B. Du Bois\, Augusta Baker\, Pura Belpré\, and Ezra Jack Keats\, to Pat Cummings\, Marley Dias\, Grace Lin\, Christopher Myers\, and Andrea Davis Pinkney.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/tell-me-another-story/
LOCATION:Sinclair Conference Center\, 301 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, USA
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241217T203000
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CREATED:20241127T133800Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Soirée for Freelancers and Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Freelancers\, solopreneurs\, and small business owners—you spend all year grinding\, hustling\, and making it happen. But let’s be real: when it comes to holiday parties\, there’s no company to throw one for you\, right? That’s where Launch Dayton comes in. We’re hosting a festive celebration to bring together the innovators\, the dreamers\, and the self-starters who deserve a party of their own. Come mingle with your fellow entrepreneurs\, enjoy food and drinks\, and soak in the holiday spirit with people who get it.This holiday celebration will take the place of our usual open coworking day\, so come join the festive fun instead! HOW TO GO? Tue\, Dec 17th Mix & Mingle from 5:30pm – 8:30pm at The Brightside 905 E 3rd St\, Dayton Free parking on-site
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/holiday-soiree-for-freelancers-and-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:The Brightside\, 905 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241217T193000
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SUMMARY:A Frosty Night
DESCRIPTION:In this world premiere farce\, Mark Brown takes on winter with a twist! Sharon Frosty\, Frosty the Snowman’s wife\, knows that he’s up to no good and follows his trail to the North Pole. Will she catch him in the act? Laugh ‘til you’re blue with this adults-only comedy.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/a-frosty-night/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:The Human Race Theatre Company\, 126 N. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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