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SUMMARY:Home for the Holidays: Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Gather with your loved ones as we come together to celebrate the joy of the Christmas season in this annual tradition at the Dayton Masonic Center. This year’s holiday concerts feature Gem City Ballet\, Jennifer Fair\, soprano\, and Robert Rhodes\, tenor. Awadagin Pratt conducts. Make this concert a part of your holiday memories with these festive and family-friendly performances. Be sure to visit Santa’s Workshop between shows\, 4:30-7:15pm for a free photo!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/home-for-the-holidays-miami-valley-symphony-orchestra/2024-12-15/1/
LOCATION:Dayton Masonic Center\, 525 W. Riverview Ave.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405-4702\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241216T173000
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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/2024-12-16/
LOCATION:K12 Gallery & TEJAS\, 341 S. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241216T180000
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SUMMARY:RTA’s Historic Christmas Trolley
DESCRIPTION:Dash away! Dash away! Dash away all—to see the Greater Dayton RTA’s historic Christmas trolley gracing local streets once more in this year’s Dayton Children’s Parade on Friday\, Nov. 29\, 2024\, as well for select special public events throughout the month of December. The 76-year-old trolley – a 1948 Marmon-Herrington TC-48 #559 – is only one of five operable trolleys of its kind in the world today. It is famous for its simulated fireplace\, Santa seat\, and festive holiday scenes gracing the exterior. It last ran on Dayton streets in 1988\, after which it was transferred to San Franciso Municipal Railway in California. It made the 2\,300-mile journey back to Dayton in 2021 after RTA CEO Bob Ruzinsky reacquired it for Daytonians to enjoy once again. After the parade\, the public will be able to see this piece of nostalgia during several public events. During these events\, the trolley will be on display and will offer free rides through downtown Dayton (this historic vehicle is not ADA accessible). Historic information about the trolley will also be presented by local trolley enthusiast Tom Morrow\, and Santa Claus will be making an appearance at each event. All events will take place outside of Wright Stop Plaza at the corner of Main and Third streets. Event dates and times are as follows: Saturday\, Nov. 30 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday\, Dec. 2 from 4-6 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 7 from 4-6 p.m. Monday\, Dec. 9 from 4-6 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday\, Dec. 16 from 4-6 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 21 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday\, Dec. 23 from 4-6 p.m. Visit www.iriderta.org for details
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/rtas-historic-christmas-trolley/2024-12-16/
LOCATION:Wright Stop Plaza\, 4 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
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SUMMARY:First Degree Mistletoe
DESCRIPTION:Holidays can be killer\, especially for Detective Garnet Frost. She follows a trail of puzzles to solve what happened to her beloved Aunt Coco. The townspeople of Mistletoe\, so named because of all the bushes that grow in the area\, seem to be hiding something. Join the cast of First-Degree Mistletoe at the Spaghetti Warehouse in downtown Dayton. Mayhem & Mystery performs Monday evenings at 7:00 PM through January 27\, 2025. Additional performances added on Wednesday\, December 11 and Friday\, December 27\, 2024\, and January 24\, 2025. Three-course dinner and interactive mystery show only $39.95 plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required. Call 937-461-3913 to make reservations.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/first-degree-mistletoe/2024-12-16/
LOCATION:Spaghetti Warehouse\, 36 W. Fifth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241217T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241217T173000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241217T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241217T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
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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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SUMMARY:The CoSHOP Holiday Shopping
DESCRIPTION:The Contemporary Dayton’s CoSHOP gets a holiday refreshing of new handmade ornaments\, cards\, decor and all sorts of giftables from a selection of local artists and artisans. At the Nov. 21 Preview Party\, enjoy shopping\, browsing the current exhibitions\, and light bites from Gather. 224-3822.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/the-coshop-holiday-shopping/2024-12-18/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T104500
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SUMMARY:Preschool Explorers Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Preschool Explorers Storytime\, Wednesday\, December 11 and 18\, 10-10:45 am\, Main Library\, Children’s Creativity Space: Themes of art\, STEM\, and social emotional wellness add to the hands-on activities\, stories\, and songs preschoolers can use to prepare for school.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/preschool-explorers-storytime/2024-12-18/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T180000
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SUMMARY:John Lauer: Demon Heads
DESCRIPTION:Drawing on fantasy\, queer culture\, and architecture\, Lauer creates demon heads out of paper. Combining digital and manual techniques\, he first models the heads with architectural software\, converts them into patterns which he cuts out of paper with a digital cutter\, then meticulously assembles them by hand. Inspired by natural forms—bones\, leaves\, shells—demons and horned creatures burst forth from more placid human heads merging into structures that are both intertwined and interdependent symbolizing an inner struggle in conflict with the outside world. \nJohn Lauer is an artist and architectural/exhibit designer who lives in a treehouse on the edge of Appalachia. He has a BA in Architecture from Washington University\, St. Louis\, an MFA in Design from Cranbrook Academy of Art\, Bloomfield Hills\, MI\, and an M.Arch from Georgia Institute of Technology\, Atlanta.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/john-lauer-demon-heads/2024-12-18/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
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SUMMARY:CURTIS MANN: Precious Blood
DESCRIPTION:CURTIS MANN: Precious Blood\n\n\n\n\nTHE DR. ROBERT L. BRANDT JR. FAMILY GALLERY\nTHE IRA & SUSAN THOMSEN FAMILY GALLERY \n\n\n\n\nSEP 6 – DEC 21\, 2024\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDayton native\, Curtis Mann\, returns home to present an experimental new body of work inspired by reflections on his childhood attending Parochial schools\, his mother’s Catholic funeral services this past May\, and the challenges he faced hiding and then embracing his atheism. Using a mixture of personal family photographs\, found\, and AI-generated images\, Mann has cut and affixed them to shards of glass to create sculptural collages. The work presents us with questions about what a photograph is\, about the precarious space between the image and the object\, and about the larger ideas of absolute faith\, its teachings\, and leaders. The work also serves as a love letter to his mother and his own feelings of mortality. Curated by Jeffrey Cortland Jones. \nMann is a graduate of the University of Dayton\, where he worked under the mentorship of Sean Wilkinson\, whose work is on view in the companion exhibition\, Flora\, also on view. His work has been exhibited widely\, most notably at the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, New York; the Centre Georges Pompidou\, Paris\, France; the Whitney Museum of American Art\, New York; and the Museum of Contemporary Art\, Chicago. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOPENING NIGHT / SEP 6\n\n\n\n\nMembers Preview with the Artist 5-6 pm / Public Reception 6-8 pm \n\n\n\n\nARTIST TALK / NOV 22 / 6:30 pm\n\n\n\n\nCurtis Mann and Sean Wilkinson in Conversation with artist and writer\, Carmen Winant \nDoors open 6 pm / Reception immediately following ‘til 8 pm / FREE & open to all / The Tank at The Dayton Arcade
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/curtis-mann-precious-blood/2024-12-18/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T180000
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SUMMARY:SEAN WILKINSON: Flora
DESCRIPTION:SEAN WILKINSON: Flora\n\n\n\n\nTHE MITOSIS GALLERY \n\n\n\n\nSEP 6 – DEC 21\, 2024\n\n\n\n\n\nWilkinson’s ongoing series of photographs\, Flora (2020-2024) are the artist’s response to the exuberant vitality of plants\, their thrusting and thriving\, their boundless energy and raw power\, their elegance and grace\, their constant changing\, and their utter disregard for anything to do with the human world. Photographed over many seasons at Dayton’s Five Rivers MetroParks\, Wilkinson brings attention to change\, the overlooked\, the undisturbed\, and how profoundly meditative life can be. Curated by Jeffrey Cortland Jones. \nWilkinson is a Distinguished Service Professor and Professor Emeritus at the University of Dayton\, where he served as chair of the Department of Visual Arts and as the Graul Endowed Chair in Arts and Languages. He is the recipient of several Ohio Arts Council and Montgomery County Fellowships among many other awards and prizes. His work has been widely exhibited and housed in over twenty-five significant collections. \n\n\n\n\n\nOPENING NIGHT / SEP 6\n\n\n\n\nMembers Preview with the Artist 5-6 pm / Public Reception 6-8 pm \n\n\n\n\nARTIST TALK / NOV 22 / 6:30 pm\n\n\n\n\nCurtis Mann and Sean Wilkinson in Conversation with artist and writer\, Carmen Winant \nDoors open 6 pm / Reception immediately following ‘til 8 pm / FREE & open to all / The Tank at The Dayton Arcade
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/sean-wilkinson-flora/2024-12-18/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
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SUMMARY:Guided House Tours
DESCRIPTION:Dec. 4\, 7\, 11\, 14\, & 18 • Guided House Tours\nDayton Woman’s Club\, 225 N. Ludlow St.; Weds. 1 p.m.\, Sat. 1\, 3\, & 4 p.m.\nTake a guided tour of DWC’s historic Victorian mansion\, circa 1850!\nLearn about the building’s history and the founding women who\nwere community leaders and used the Club to promote music\, art\,\neducation\, civil rights\, and suffrage
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/guided-house-tours/2024-12-18/
LOCATION:The Dayton Woman’s Club\, 225 N Ludlow St\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
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SUMMARY:“A Christmas Story” Movie Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Holidays with Music\, Meal\, Trivia\, and Dayton Dinner Theater’s famous interactive movie experience with the classic\, heartwarming\, and hilarious comedy A Christmas Story! \n**Themed Food: Mashed potato bar/play station\, Chop Suey Christmas dish (rice\, veggies\, bourban chicken\, salad (seseame dressing)\, leg lamp cookies Themed Cocktails: The Pink Bunny (Bacardi\, Pink Lemonade – Garnish with Pink Sugar and Bunny toothpick)\, Ovaltini (Tito’s\, Kahlua\, Half&Half – Hot Cocoa rim) Holiday Craft Beer Specials! \nThemed Attire: Drab colored old timey midwest winter garb\, If you stuff yourself in an arm restricting one-piece puffy coat we will try to turn the temp. down\, Also\, just so you know\, we are hoping to break the world record for most pink bunny outfits under one roof. \nBYOLL (Bring your own leg lamp) \nHOW TO GO? Dec 18\, 2024\, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM The Brightside\, 905 E 3rd St\, Dayton\, OH \nDoors open at 5:45 – Food and live music is available from 6-7 pm – Movie starts at 7 pm. A short intermission for dessert and trivia will start at 8 pm – Movie ends around 9:15 pm. \nAlcoholic drinks available for purchase Tickets $36 – Get tickets here: https://www.daytondinnertheater.com/events/a-christmas-story-movie-party-1 Table reservations only for parties of 6 or more\, otherwise we have open seating. For table reservations or other questions\, please email Daytondinnertheater@gmail.com
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/a-christmas-story-movie-party/
LOCATION:The Brightside\, 905 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Holiday,Holidays,Movies / Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T190000
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SUMMARY:Erika Wennerstrom – Up Close & Personal
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the chance to experience the incredible Erika Wennerstrom\, hailing from Dayton\, as she returns home for the holidays! Join us for an exclusive\, intimate performance at our VodVil Bar\, where only a few seats are available. This is the holiday show of the season\, and it promises to be unforgettable! Secure your spot and be part of this special event! Tickets $30 each – general admission seated All ages welcome!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/erika-wennerstrom-up-close-personal/2024-12-18/
LOCATION:The Brightside\, 905 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T193000
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SUMMARY:Handel’s Messiah
DESCRIPTION:Hallelujah! Take a break from the holiday hustle and bustle and celebrate the reason for the season with Handel’s glorious oratorio\, MESSIAH. The masterwork tells the complete story of Christ\, from prophecy\, birth\, and passion to crucifixion\, resurrection\, and second coming. As one of the most performed oratorios of all time\, MESSIAH features a breathtaking orchestral score for orchestra and chorus and culminates in the popular “Hallelujah Chorus.”
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/handels-messiah/
LOCATION:The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center\, 1 West Second Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T155020Z
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SUMMARY:‘Twas: A Holiday Musical
DESCRIPTION:More music and dance added to this family-friendly story of holidays explained by pets left alone on Christmas Eve. Understanding Hanukkah\, Kwanzaa and La Posada opens their eyes to possibilities other than a “visitor in red”.  They discover that humans may celebrate in different ways\, but ultimately\, we must “rescue” each other all year through. All performances are ASL shadow interpreted offering a unique experience to all audiences! All tickets $8\, plus $2 ticketing fee. Please purchase tickets online at www.sinclair.edu/tickets. All patrons\, regardless of age\, must have a ticket and an assigned seat (including infants).
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/twas-a-holiday-musical/2024-12-19/
LOCATION:Blair Hall Theatre – Sinclair\, 444 W. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T202241Z
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SUMMARY:DAI presents Holiday Classic Trivia with the Rubi Girls
DESCRIPTION:Spend an evening with The Rubi Girls  at the DAI. dai.ticketapp.org/portal/product/90/events Test your knowledge of holiday animated classics\, pop culture and more\, featuring Dana Sintell\, India Summer and Ileasa Plymouth\, AND play to win tickets  to the DAI’s newest signature event!   December 19\, 2024\, from 6–8 p.m.  $150 includes team admission\, four drink tickets\, a holiday snack basket and a private table.  Teams are limited to four people and MUST preregister by December 16 to attend.  The winning team will receive four tickets to the DAI’s newest signature event\, “Curated\,” a craft cocktail party happening on April 3\, 2025. ️️Holiday Classics Trivia with The Rubi Girls is presented in conjunction with the DAI’s newest Special Exhibitions: Merry Grinchmas: Art of Dr. Seuss’ Holiday Classic & (B)ART! America’s Funniest Animated Family. Guests attending trivia may arrive early to view the special exhibitions\, which are included in the cost of the event. #thingstodoindayton #daytoninspires #rubigirls #daytonartinstitut
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/dai-presents-holiday-classic-trivia-with-the-rubi-girls/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241220T120000
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SUMMARY:Noonday Carol Sing and Lunch
DESCRIPTION:A fun and festive community event with carol singing by all and music by the choirs of Xenia High School. A quick lunch for $7 (cash) will be served following the Carol Sing. Invite your friends!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/noonday-carol-sing-and-lunch/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 125 N. Wilkinson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241220T120000
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SUMMARY:Homeless Persons Memorial Vigil
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/homeless-persons-memorial-vigil/
LOCATION:Courthouse Square\, Third & Main Streets\, Dayton\, OH\, 45422\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241220T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
CREATED:20241127T140614Z
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SUMMARY:Santa is Coming! Themed Holiday Skate
DESCRIPTION:Lace up your skates and channel your inner Elf! at our upcoming theme night! Dress up as Buddy or don your favorite holiday sweater for a fun evening on the ice with music and decorations straight out of the movie. Take a selfie with Santa as he greets the skaters\, then purchase a penguin for $1 to toss onto the ice and win cool prizes! The RiverScape Café will be open and skaters can also relax in our heated comfort tent which will have games that match the theme. Skate admission is $7 and skate rental is $3. Thanks to our Access to Nature Program\, residents who receive SNAP/EBT can simply show their card to the rental attendant to receive 50% off admission and skate rental. Weather Dependent.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/santa-is-coming-themed-holiday-skate/
LOCATION:RiverScape MetroPark\, 237 E Monument Ave\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241220T230000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
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SUMMARY:ENMY at The Brightside
DESCRIPTION:Rock fans! You’re invited to an electrifying night of music with ENMY at The Brightside (Dayton\, Ohio). ENMY (pronounced “Enemy”) is a four-piece Hard Rock band originating from Cincinnati\, OH. ENMY brings a fresh and energetic sound to modern-day rock and Metalcore by crafting a unique blend of soaring vocals\, groove-oriented instrumental play\, and electronic melodies. Joining them on stage are the powerhouse acts Before The Day\, Southbound Beretta\, and Noohra. This is a rock lineup you won’t want to miss! HOW TO GO? Date: Friday\, December 20\, 2024 Location: The Brightside\, 905 E 3rd St\, Dayton (Ballroom) Time: Doors open at 6 PM\, Show starts at 7 PM Tickets: $15 presale tickets available now! / $20 at the door (cash or credit) Ticket link: https://www.venuepilot.co/events/enmy-2024-12-20-the-brightside-music-event-venue-dayton-cb4e69/orders/new Age: All ages welcome (under 18 with parental supervision_ Secure your spot and be part of this unforgettable night. Grab your tickets and get ready to rock out like never before!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/enmy-at-the-brightside/
LOCATION:The Brightside\, 905 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241220T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
CREATED:20241210T192929Z
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SUMMARY:Black Box Improv Annual Holiday Show
DESCRIPTION:IT’S THE MOST IMPROVISED TIME OF THE YEAR… \nYou’ve waited all year\, and it’s finally time! We’re gearing up for the Annual Black Box Holiday Show! Two nights of holiday cheer and laughs on Friday\, December 20th\, and Saturday\, December 21st! This year’s Holiday Show includes a very special Black Box ladies’ number\, “Out of Pocket\,” “Greatest Hits\,” and as always\, the Improvised Musical! Doors open at 7:00 p.m. with shows beginning at 8:00 p.m.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/black-box-improv-annual-holiday-show/2024-12-20/
LOCATION:The Black Box Improv Theater\, 518 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
CREATED:20241104T144032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T144032Z
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SUMMARY:Family Movie Series
DESCRIPTION:December 7\, 14\, & 21; 11 a.m.\nTHE NEON\, 130 E. Fifth St. \nBring the family to THE NEON for fun\, festive films. Free admission for kids 12 and under\, $2 for adults.\nSponsored by Dayton Children’s and THE NEON \nScheduled Films: \nDecember 7 – Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory\nDecember 14 – Happy Feet\nDecember 21 – Santa Claus: The Movie\n \nTitles subject to change – call theater for confirmation.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/family-movie-series-2/2024-12-21/
LOCATION:THE NEON\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T153000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
CREATED:20240314T145010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T145010Z
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SUMMARY:Draw from the Collection
DESCRIPTION:Get inspired\, get creative\, get sketching! Learn about a variety of drawing concepts and techniques with the guidance of a Museum Educator while exploring the artworks of a highlighted collection gallery each month. \n\n\n\n\nEach month is an in-depth study with the objects\, ideas\, or processes featured in the collection galleries. Each month features a different gallery and a different drawing theme. Guests will create sketch studies of artworks featured in the gallery\, then proceed to the studios to do an in-depth examination of the drawing processes and ideas featured for the month. All drawing experience levels welcome! \nAll materials provided\, but guests may bring their own sketchbook. Open to all abilities and interests. Draw from the Collection is best for ages 12 and up. Advanced registration encouraged; drop-ins welcome. \n\n\nAges: 16 and up \nCost: $25 members\, $30 non-members \n  \n 
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/draw-from-the-collection-28/2024-12-21/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
CREATED:20241104T144126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T144126Z
UID:10029967-1734786000-1734800400@downtowndayton.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland at Rabbit Hole Books
DESCRIPTION:December 7\, 14\, & 21; 1-5 p.m.\nRabbit Hole Books\, 27 W. First St. \nSanta’s workshop is coming to downtown Dayton! Little ones are invited to shop for gifts in a kid-sized store\, enjoy tasty holiday treats\, and take a photo with the big man in red! 999-4092.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/winter-wonderland-at-rabbit-hole-books/2024-12-21/
LOCATION:Rabbit Hole Books\, 27 W. First St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
CREATED:20241219T132909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T132909Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Cookie Swap
DESCRIPTION:Cookie season is upon us! Bring your home backed cookies and share ’em with other cookineers at our first annual cookie swap! Join us for an informal gathering of baked goods and sweet treats Saturday\, December 21st from 1-5pm!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/holiday-cookie-swap/
LOCATION:The Barrel House\, 417 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T143000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
CREATED:20241210T193056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T193056Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas With C.S. Lewis
DESCRIPTION:In the early years of his young adult life\, C.S. Lewis believed the story of Christ’s birth was nothing more than feel-good myth. That all changed after a particular encounter with his great friend and fellow author\, J.R.R. Tolkien. Although both men loved mythology in general\, Tolkien was convinced that the Jesus myth was the one true myth. That was the start of Lewis’ journey from Atheism to Christianity. From that point on\, Christmas\, for Lewis\, took on an entirely different meaning. In this intimate portrayal\, we find him at his home near Oxford on Christmas Eve hosting a group of Americans who are Christmas-ing in England. They are about to experience an unforgettable assortment of Yuletide recollections which stimulates a whole range of emotions – curiosity\, laughter\, gladness and even some tears. Above all\, they will discover how that encounter with Tolkien forever changed Lewis’ Christmas celebrations.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/christmas-with-c-s-lewis/
LOCATION:Victoria Theatre\, 138 N. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
CREATED:20241219T133428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T133428Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Mini Market
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Mini Market\n5:00pm – 8:00pm \nAGE: All ages | FREE\nHead down to the MetroParks Ice Rink on the first three Saturdays in December for a fun day of ice skating and holiday shopping\, all in one visit! Our Holiday Mini Markets are back and will feature a variety of 2nd Street Market vendors each evening in the comfort tent… this week we will be hosting Conjured Confections and Silver Maple Ranch. Please note\, skating admission is not required to attend the Holiday Mini Market. Weather dependent. Weather Dependent.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/holiday-mini-market-3/
LOCATION:RiverScape MetroPark\, 237 E Monument Ave\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T230000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
CREATED:20241104T133648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T133648Z
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SUMMARY:Have a Cigar – Pink Floyd Tribute Show
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the winter solstice with Have A Cigar – A Pink Floyd Tribute\, live Floyd experience w/ laser light show! It’s going to be a spectacular evening you won’t want to miss. HOW TO GO? Saturday\, December 21st Doors open 7pm / Show at 8pm All ages welcome! Tickets $20 advance here: https://www.venuepilot.co/events/have-a-cigar-pink-floyd-tribute-7e131d/orders/new Reserved tables with 4 tickets $120 $25 day of show
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/have-a-cigar-pink-floyd-tribute-show/
LOCATION:The Brightside\, 905 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241222T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T173840
CREATED:20241210T193334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T193334Z
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SUMMARY:Sugarplum Tea
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce that our annual Sugar Plum Tea will once again be held at the beautiful Dayton Woman’s Club this year. This Victorian mansion provides the perfect holiday backdrop for this special event. Children will have the opportunity to enjoy delicious food and drinks\, make crafts\, listen to the story of the Nutcracker\, and learn dance steps from the Sugar Plum Fairy herself! There will be plenty of amazing photo opportunities as well. \nDecember 22nd \nDoors open at 12pm \nEvent 12:30pm – 2pm \nNOTE: The matinee performance of the ballet starts at 2:30pm. The Dayton Woman’s Club is an easy walk across Ludlow St to the Schuster. If you are planning to attend the ballet – please note that a separate ticket is required for the ballet via DaytonLive.org
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/sugarplum-tea/
LOCATION:The Dayton Woman’s Club\, 225 N Ludlow St\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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