December Community Events
Posted: 4:19 pm EST February 20, 2007Updated: 10:24 am EST November 18, 2009
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For other Arts Related Events - see our Arts Calendar
The Hallelujah Girls
Dayton Theatre Guild
430 Wayne Avenue, Dayton
Date: November 27 to December 13, 2009
Hilarity abounds when the REAL HOUSEWIVES of Eden Falls, GA decide to shake up their lives. This rollicking Southern comedy takes place in the SPA-DEE-DAH!, the abandoned church-turned day spa where Sugar Lee, Carlene, Nita, Mavis and Crystal gather every Friday afternoon. After the loss of a dear friend, the women realize time is precious and if they're going to change their lives and achieve their dreams, they have to get on it now! And do they ever!
For More Information: contact the guild at 937-278-5993 or go online Dayton Theatre Guild
The Crescent Players' Auditions
St. Paul UCC
117 N. Franklin Street, New Bremen
Date: November 30 & December 1, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Auditions are being held for the April 2010 musical "The Music Man." There are parts for grade school age through adult. Applicants will read lines and perform a song related to the part they are auditioning for.
For More Information: Call Wendy at 419-629-4208, 419-733-9783 or see their site at Crescent Players.
Excel 2007 Intermediate – Workshop
The Learning Center at Miami Valley Research Park
1900 Founders Drive, Suite 100, Kettering
Date: December 3, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $165 per person
For More Information: call Sinclair Community College at 937-252-9787 or visit their site Sinclair OR Sinclair
Holiday Craft Show and Gift Wrapping Service
The 741 Center
570 North State Route 741, Lebanon
Date: December 3-4, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The craft show will offer unique holiday shopping without the crowds, gift wrapping services, plenty of parking and hot, fresh nutritious lunches.
Local crafters will offer many unique, one-of-a-kind, handmade items including jewelry, new books, cosmetics, collectables, folk art and so much more.
For More Information: call Michelle Carpenter at 513-695-2239 or email Michelle.
For Lunch Reservations (required 1 day prior): call 513-695-2256. Requested donation for lunch $2.50 for persons 60 and over and their spouses and $6 for persons under 60.
Live Nativity Scene
Bethel Baptist Church
6370 New Carlisle Pike, Springfield
Date: December 4-5, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Thee will be live animals, wise men coming from afar and angels!! It will be possible to "drive thru" to view this scene or walk by and enjoy free refreshments and live music in the church sanctuary.
For More Information: call 937-882-6584.
The 12th Holiday Evening at Edison
Edison Community College
1973 Edison Drive, Piqua
Date: December 4, 2009
Cost: $100 and up
Edison will be hosting this evening featuring the captivating and powerful voices of Straight No Chaser. This is a premier fund raising event for scholarships.
Monies from corporate and individual gifts will be used for scholarships and to underwrite the cost of the event.
Sponsorship Levels - $25,000, $6,000+, $3,000+, $2,000+, $1,000+ and $500+.
Reservations are available – Tickets $100 per person (Benefactor), $150 per person (Patron) or an entire table for 8 for $1,200.
For More Information: call the Edison Development Office at 1-800-922-3722 Ext 7806 or 937-778-7806. You can also go online for a sponsorship form Sponsorship form.
Santa's Holiday in the Park
Greene County Parks
Date: December 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 2009
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE Admission (donations appreciated)
Bring the whole family for this festive annual event that captures and celebrates the magic of the season. You can visit with Santa, there will be free candy canes for each child, holiday displays and thousands of lights, wagon rides, concessions available for purchase, souvenir photos for a nominal fee – bring your own camera/video device.
For More Information: call the Greene County Parks at 937-562-7446 or go online Greene Co. Parks
Cookie Walk Fundraiser
We Care Arts, Inc.
3035 Wilmington Pike, Kettering
Date: December 5, 2009
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Admission is FREE
Thousands of the most gorgeous, bite-size, melt-in-your-mouth cookies will be arranged on long tables. At the start of the cookie walk, you will receive a food service glove and a bakery box. As you make your way along the tables, you can select as many goodies as you want, in as many varieties as you want. At the end of the walk, your box (or boxes) of cookies will be weighed – the Cost - $5 per pound!!
There will also be holiday platters for sale, lovingly hand-made by the artists of We Care Arts.
You can help by buying cookies, donating cookies or candy, volunteering to help and help spreading the word!
For More Information: call 937-252-3937 or go online We Care Arts
CLICK HERE FOR COOKIE DONATING GUIDELINES
Invention Station
Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
16 South Williams Street, Dayton
Date: December 5, 2009
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Using common items, participants will design inventions (to take home), learn problem-solving techniques and show off their inventiveness, just like the Wright brothers.
Christmas in the Village
Waynesville, Ohio
Date: December 5, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Who Day" is coming to Waynesville!
The Cincinnati Bengals official mascot "Who Dey" will be in Waynesville. Santa "Who Dey" will stroll down Main Street as part of the fun activities. All Bengals fans make plans to join in and bring your cameras for pictures! While in town, stroll amidst twinkling lights and colorful decorations. Drop by and see Santa Claus at Waynesville Furniture. Enjoy an enchanting horse drawn carriage ride, listen to strolling carolers and musicians and take advantage of special seasonal offers. Also, Breakfast with Santa tickets, at Der Dutchman Restaurant are on sale now. You must have reservations to attend the breakfast.
For more information or reservations for Breakfast with Santa: call the Waynesville Chamber of Commerce at 513-897-8855 or go online Waynesville Ohio.
Caesar’s Creek Pioneer Village Pioneer Candlelight Tour
Date: December 5, 2009
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Stroll thru the Village as it is ready for the holiday season. See how we celebrated our Christmas in the 1800’s. Be sure to dress warm. Refreshments will be served in the Bull Skin Inn.
For More Information: go online Caesar’s Creek Pioneer Village
Springfield Symphony Orchestra
Kuss Auditorium
Clark State Performing Arts Center
Date: December 6, 2009
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $24-$48 adults; $12-$36 students
The Springfield Symphony Orchestra presents Stephen Paulus' Voices from the Gallery, and features violinist Augustin Hadelich on the Mozart Violin Concerto No. 4.
For More Information: visit the website Springfield Symphony.
Wrap, Pack and Go Holiday Open House
Unified Health Services
1133 Edwin C. Moses, Suite 308; Dayton
Date: December 8-9, 2009
Time: 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.
USH is opening their new house so others may look forward to a magical moment this year. Your organization can help by collecting toys, attend the open house breakfast and help with the wrapping, packing and getting things ready to go or with cash donations to purchase needed items.
If your organization would like to be a part of the magic this holiday season, call Mindy at 937-220-6634 or email Mindy.
Jump Start 2010: Sales Strategies to Help You and Your Team Succeed
Sinclair Workforce Development & Corporate Services
Sinclair Conference Center
444 West Third Street, Dayton
Date: December 8, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $495.00 per person
For More Information: call 937-252-9787 or go online Sinclair or email Sinclair
Essential Skills for Managing Projects
Sinclair Workforce Development & Corporate Services
The Learning Center at Miami Valley Research Park
1900 Founders Drive, Suite 100; Kettering
Date: December 8, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $495.00 per person
For More Information: call 937-252-9787 or go online Sinclair or email Sinclair
LEAN for Medical Manufacturers
Sinclair Workforce Development & Corporate Services
AIM Center at Sinclair
444 West Third Street, Dayton
Date: December 8, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $165 per person; $130 per person if two people from the same company attend
For More Information: call 937-252-9787 or go online Sinclair or email Sinclair
Chipmunk Adventures (2 years old with adult)
Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm
1000 Aullwood Road, Dayton
Date: December 8, 2009
Time: 10:30 a.m. to noon
Cost: General Admission $4 adults; $2 children. Members of Friends of Aullwood and National Audubon Society are admitted free.
Location: Aullwood Center
As curious chipmunks, the class will explore and enjoy a variety of outdoor adventures.
Pre-Registration is required: Class fee is $10 for Friends of Aullwood members and $12 for non-members. All three classes (October, November & December) are $28 for Friends of Aullwood members and $30 for non-members.
For More Information: call 937-89-7360 or go online Aullwood
Roadmap to Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)
Sinclair Workforce Development & Corporate Services
The Learning Center at Miami Valley Research Park
1900 Founders Drive, Suite 100; Kettering
Date: December 9-10, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $1,295.00 per person
For More Information: call 937-252-9787 or go online Sinclair or email Sinclair
Squirrel Scouts (3 to 5 years old)
Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm
1000 Aullwood Road, Dayton
Date: December 9, 2009
Time: 10 a.m. to noon
Cost: General Admission $4 adults; $2 children. Members of Friends of Aullwood and National Audubon Society are admitted free.
Location: Aullwood Center
Youngsters in this class will scurry like squirrels while developing a sense of wonder for the natural world around them.
Pre-Registration is required: Class fee is $10 for Friends of Aullwood members and $12 for non-members. All three classes (October, November & December) are $28 for Friends of Aullwood members and $30 for non-members.
For More Information: call 937-89-7360 or go online Aullwood
Annual Madrigal Dinner
Wright State University's Student Union
Date: December 10-December 13, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m. (sharp)
Since 1983, the annual Madrigal Dinner, produced each December by the Wright State University Student Union with the Department of Music, has provided the greater Dayton community with a musical and dramatic interpretation of these fabulous medieval ceremonial feasts. What began as a single performance has become an established tradition that spans four evenings and entertains over 1,300 guests.
For Tickets: go online Wright State Madrigal
For More Information: go online Wright State Madrigal or email Dustin Moses
Dayton 5K Jingle Bell Run/Walk
Dayton Mall
2700 Miamisburg-Centerville Road, Dayton
Date: December 12, 2009
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Cost: $20 entry fee (no shirt); $30 entry fee (includes long sleeved t-shirt)
The Jingle Bell Run/Walk is a fun and festive way to kick off your holidays by helping others! Wear a holiday themed costume. Tie jingle bells to your shoelaces and be one of the thousands of runners/walkers who hit the pavement to fight one of the nation's leading causes of disability (Arthritis Foundation).
For More Information: call 937-293-5211 Ext 112 or go online Arthritis or Dayton JBR
The Nutcracker Ballet – Presented by the Miami Valley Dance Company
Bellbrook High School
Date & Time:
December 12th 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
December 13th 3 p.m.
Cost: Adults $12 & Children $10
Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance at Terre's Dance Workshop, 5819 Kentshire Drive in Kettering.
For More Information or Tickets: call 937-435-0503 or go online Miami Valley Dance Company
Holiday Bazaar
Randolph Township Historical Society
114 Valleyview Drive, Englewood
Date: December 12, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Stop by and pick up a gift from the heart. The members will have homemade goodies, everything from cookies and cupcakes to jams and jellies, salad dressing and relishes. All perfectly packaged for you to take and give. There will also be calendars, handmade crafts and decorations as well as a "white elephant" table that could hold the most unique gift of all…But you have to come and see for yourself.
Service of Lessons and Carols
Westminster Presbyterian Church
125 North Wilkinson Street, Dayton
Date: December 13, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m.
All Choirs are participating.
For More Information: call 937-223-7285 or visit the website Westminster.
Handel's Messiah
Westminster Presbyterian Church
125 North Wilkinson Street, Dayton
Date: December 13, 2009
Time: 4:00 p.m.
The Dayton Philharmonic Chamber Chorus and Orchestra will be performing. For More Information: call 937-223-7285 or visit the website Westminster.
For Tickets – call Ticket Center Stage at 937-228-3630.
Noonday Carol Sing
Westminster Presbyterian Church
125 North Wilkinson Street, Dayton
Date: December 16, 2009
Time: 12:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m. – Handbell Prelude; 12:10-12:40 p.m. Carol Sing.
The Carol singing will be by all and choral music by the choirs of Xenia High School. Lunch will follow.
For More Information: call 937-223-7285 or visit the website Westminster.
First Flight Ceremony at Wright Memorial 106th Anniversary
Wright Memorial
Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio
Date: December 17, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Celebrate the 106th Anniversary of First Flight with the annual wreath laying ceremony at the Wright Memorial located next to the Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center on Wright Patterson Air Force Base.
Look Good...Feel Better
Samaritan North
Conference Room A
9000 North Main Street, Dayton
Date: December 21, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Connect with other cancer patients while you learn to cope with the effects of chemotherapy and radiation through "Look Good...Feel Better".
Space is limited - register at 1-888-227-6446 #2 or log onto Look Good
Christmas Eve Service
Westminster Presbyterian Church
125 North Wilkinson Street, Dayton
Date: December 24, 2009
Time: 4:00 p.m.
4 p.m. – Christmas in the Stable, Family Oriented service, Genesis Singers, Cherub, and Calvin Choirs.
9:20 p.m. – Prelude
10:00 p.m. – Christmas in the Cathedral – Traditional Candlelight Service, Westminster Choir, Junior & Senior High Handbell Choirs.
For More Information: call 937-223-7285 or visit the website Westminster.
Roosevelt High School 2nd Annual Legacy Ball
Arbor Hall
2150 Arbor Boulevard, Dayton
Date: December 26, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m. to midnight (Dinner at 7:30 p.m.)
Cost: $35 per person for dinner
This event is sponsored by the Class of 1967 Keeping Roosevelt's Legacy Alive. Final ticket sales will be December 18, 2009.
To Purchase Tickets: call James Mitchell at 937-554-4240, Charlene Dunson at 937-832-4013, John Austin at 937-276-4388 or Avis Williams at 937-268-1621.
Jim Brickman Beautiful World Tour
Schuster Performing Arts Center
1 West Second Street, Dayton
Date: December 26, 2009
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $29 to $49 per person
This Christmas, pianist Jim Brickman is creating a "Beautiful World" for audiences seeking an escape from the hectic demands of the holiday season! In a very special concert, Jim and guests present an evening of dazzling solo piano, vibrant vocals plus warmth and humor. Jim weaves together new and old traditional holiday favorites, all the hits and songs from the fall album release Beautiful World.
For More Information: go online Brickman Tour
Public Affairs
WHIO-TV
1414 Wilmington Avenue
Dayton, Ohio 45420.
For other Arts Related Events - see our Arts Calendar
The Hallelujah Girls
Dayton Theatre Guild
430 Wayne Avenue, Dayton
Date: November 27 to December 13, 2009
Hilarity abounds when the REAL HOUSEWIVES of Eden Falls, GA decide to shake up their lives. This rollicking Southern comedy takes place in the SPA-DEE-DAH!, the abandoned church-turned day spa where Sugar Lee, Carlene, Nita, Mavis and Crystal gather every Friday afternoon. After the loss of a dear friend, the women realize time is precious and if they're going to change their lives and achieve their dreams, they have to get on it now! And do they ever!
For More Information: contact the guild at 937-278-5993 or go online Dayton Theatre Guild
The Crescent Players' Auditions
St. Paul UCC
117 N. Franklin Street, New Bremen
Date: November 30 & December 1, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Auditions are being held for the April 2010 musical "The Music Man." There are parts for grade school age through adult. Applicants will read lines and perform a song related to the part they are auditioning for.
For More Information: Call Wendy at 419-629-4208, 419-733-9783 or see their site at Crescent Players.
Excel 2007 Intermediate – Workshop
The Learning Center at Miami Valley Research Park
1900 Founders Drive, Suite 100, Kettering
Date: December 3, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $165 per person
For More Information: call Sinclair Community College at 937-252-9787 or visit their site Sinclair OR Sinclair
Holiday Craft Show and Gift Wrapping Service
The 741 Center
570 North State Route 741, Lebanon
Date: December 3-4, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The craft show will offer unique holiday shopping without the crowds, gift wrapping services, plenty of parking and hot, fresh nutritious lunches.
Local crafters will offer many unique, one-of-a-kind, handmade items including jewelry, new books, cosmetics, collectables, folk art and so much more.
For More Information: call Michelle Carpenter at 513-695-2239 or email Michelle.
For Lunch Reservations (required 1 day prior): call 513-695-2256. Requested donation for lunch $2.50 for persons 60 and over and their spouses and $6 for persons under 60.
Live Nativity Scene
Bethel Baptist Church
6370 New Carlisle Pike, Springfield
Date: December 4-5, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Thee will be live animals, wise men coming from afar and angels!! It will be possible to "drive thru" to view this scene or walk by and enjoy free refreshments and live music in the church sanctuary.
For More Information: call 937-882-6584.
The 12th Holiday Evening at Edison
Edison Community College
1973 Edison Drive, Piqua
Date: December 4, 2009
Cost: $100 and up
Edison will be hosting this evening featuring the captivating and powerful voices of Straight No Chaser. This is a premier fund raising event for scholarships.
Monies from corporate and individual gifts will be used for scholarships and to underwrite the cost of the event.
Sponsorship Levels - $25,000, $6,000+, $3,000+, $2,000+, $1,000+ and $500+.
Reservations are available – Tickets $100 per person (Benefactor), $150 per person (Patron) or an entire table for 8 for $1,200.
For More Information: call the Edison Development Office at 1-800-922-3722 Ext 7806 or 937-778-7806. You can also go online for a sponsorship form Sponsorship form.
Santa's Holiday in the Park
Greene County Parks
Date: December 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 2009
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE Admission (donations appreciated)
Bring the whole family for this festive annual event that captures and celebrates the magic of the season. You can visit with Santa, there will be free candy canes for each child, holiday displays and thousands of lights, wagon rides, concessions available for purchase, souvenir photos for a nominal fee – bring your own camera/video device.
For More Information: call the Greene County Parks at 937-562-7446 or go online Greene Co. Parks
Cookie Walk Fundraiser
We Care Arts, Inc.
3035 Wilmington Pike, Kettering
Date: December 5, 2009
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Admission is FREE
Thousands of the most gorgeous, bite-size, melt-in-your-mouth cookies will be arranged on long tables. At the start of the cookie walk, you will receive a food service glove and a bakery box. As you make your way along the tables, you can select as many goodies as you want, in as many varieties as you want. At the end of the walk, your box (or boxes) of cookies will be weighed – the Cost - $5 per pound!!
There will also be holiday platters for sale, lovingly hand-made by the artists of We Care Arts.
You can help by buying cookies, donating cookies or candy, volunteering to help and help spreading the word!
For More Information: call 937-252-3937 or go online We Care Arts
CLICK HERE FOR COOKIE DONATING GUIDELINES
Invention Station
Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
16 South Williams Street, Dayton
Date: December 5, 2009
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Using common items, participants will design inventions (to take home), learn problem-solving techniques and show off their inventiveness, just like the Wright brothers.
Christmas in the Village
Waynesville, Ohio
Date: December 5, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Who Day" is coming to Waynesville!
The Cincinnati Bengals official mascot "Who Dey" will be in Waynesville. Santa "Who Dey" will stroll down Main Street as part of the fun activities. All Bengals fans make plans to join in and bring your cameras for pictures! While in town, stroll amidst twinkling lights and colorful decorations. Drop by and see Santa Claus at Waynesville Furniture. Enjoy an enchanting horse drawn carriage ride, listen to strolling carolers and musicians and take advantage of special seasonal offers. Also, Breakfast with Santa tickets, at Der Dutchman Restaurant are on sale now. You must have reservations to attend the breakfast.
For more information or reservations for Breakfast with Santa: call the Waynesville Chamber of Commerce at 513-897-8855 or go online Waynesville Ohio.
Caesar’s Creek Pioneer Village Pioneer Candlelight Tour
Date: December 5, 2009
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Stroll thru the Village as it is ready for the holiday season. See how we celebrated our Christmas in the 1800’s. Be sure to dress warm. Refreshments will be served in the Bull Skin Inn.
For More Information: go online Caesar’s Creek Pioneer Village
Springfield Symphony Orchestra
Kuss Auditorium
Clark State Performing Arts Center
Date: December 6, 2009
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $24-$48 adults; $12-$36 students
The Springfield Symphony Orchestra presents Stephen Paulus' Voices from the Gallery, and features violinist Augustin Hadelich on the Mozart Violin Concerto No. 4.
For More Information: visit the website Springfield Symphony.
Wrap, Pack and Go Holiday Open House
Unified Health Services
1133 Edwin C. Moses, Suite 308; Dayton
Date: December 8-9, 2009
Time: 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.
USH is opening their new house so others may look forward to a magical moment this year. Your organization can help by collecting toys, attend the open house breakfast and help with the wrapping, packing and getting things ready to go or with cash donations to purchase needed items.
If your organization would like to be a part of the magic this holiday season, call Mindy at 937-220-6634 or email Mindy.
Jump Start 2010: Sales Strategies to Help You and Your Team Succeed
Sinclair Workforce Development & Corporate Services
Sinclair Conference Center
444 West Third Street, Dayton
Date: December 8, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $495.00 per person
For More Information: call 937-252-9787 or go online Sinclair or email Sinclair
Essential Skills for Managing Projects
Sinclair Workforce Development & Corporate Services
The Learning Center at Miami Valley Research Park
1900 Founders Drive, Suite 100; Kettering
Date: December 8, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $495.00 per person
For More Information: call 937-252-9787 or go online Sinclair or email Sinclair
LEAN for Medical Manufacturers
Sinclair Workforce Development & Corporate Services
AIM Center at Sinclair
444 West Third Street, Dayton
Date: December 8, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $165 per person; $130 per person if two people from the same company attend
For More Information: call 937-252-9787 or go online Sinclair or email Sinclair
Chipmunk Adventures (2 years old with adult)
Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm
1000 Aullwood Road, Dayton
Date: December 8, 2009
Time: 10:30 a.m. to noon
Cost: General Admission $4 adults; $2 children. Members of Friends of Aullwood and National Audubon Society are admitted free.
Location: Aullwood Center
As curious chipmunks, the class will explore and enjoy a variety of outdoor adventures.
Pre-Registration is required: Class fee is $10 for Friends of Aullwood members and $12 for non-members. All three classes (October, November & December) are $28 for Friends of Aullwood members and $30 for non-members.
For More Information: call 937-89-7360 or go online Aullwood
Roadmap to Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)
Sinclair Workforce Development & Corporate Services
The Learning Center at Miami Valley Research Park
1900 Founders Drive, Suite 100; Kettering
Date: December 9-10, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $1,295.00 per person
For More Information: call 937-252-9787 or go online Sinclair or email Sinclair
Squirrel Scouts (3 to 5 years old)
Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm
1000 Aullwood Road, Dayton
Date: December 9, 2009
Time: 10 a.m. to noon
Cost: General Admission $4 adults; $2 children. Members of Friends of Aullwood and National Audubon Society are admitted free.
Location: Aullwood Center
Youngsters in this class will scurry like squirrels while developing a sense of wonder for the natural world around them.
Pre-Registration is required: Class fee is $10 for Friends of Aullwood members and $12 for non-members. All three classes (October, November & December) are $28 for Friends of Aullwood members and $30 for non-members.
For More Information: call 937-89-7360 or go online Aullwood
Annual Madrigal Dinner
Wright State University's Student Union
Date: December 10-December 13, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m. (sharp)
Since 1983, the annual Madrigal Dinner, produced each December by the Wright State University Student Union with the Department of Music, has provided the greater Dayton community with a musical and dramatic interpretation of these fabulous medieval ceremonial feasts. What began as a single performance has become an established tradition that spans four evenings and entertains over 1,300 guests.
For Tickets: go online Wright State Madrigal
For More Information: go online Wright State Madrigal or email Dustin Moses
Dayton 5K Jingle Bell Run/Walk
Dayton Mall
2700 Miamisburg-Centerville Road, Dayton
Date: December 12, 2009
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Cost: $20 entry fee (no shirt); $30 entry fee (includes long sleeved t-shirt)
The Jingle Bell Run/Walk is a fun and festive way to kick off your holidays by helping others! Wear a holiday themed costume. Tie jingle bells to your shoelaces and be one of the thousands of runners/walkers who hit the pavement to fight one of the nation's leading causes of disability (Arthritis Foundation).
For More Information: call 937-293-5211 Ext 112 or go online Arthritis or Dayton JBR
The Nutcracker Ballet – Presented by the Miami Valley Dance Company
Bellbrook High School
Date & Time:
December 12th 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
December 13th 3 p.m.
Cost: Adults $12 & Children $10
Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance at Terre's Dance Workshop, 5819 Kentshire Drive in Kettering.
For More Information or Tickets: call 937-435-0503 or go online Miami Valley Dance Company
Holiday Bazaar
Randolph Township Historical Society
114 Valleyview Drive, Englewood
Date: December 12, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Stop by and pick up a gift from the heart. The members will have homemade goodies, everything from cookies and cupcakes to jams and jellies, salad dressing and relishes. All perfectly packaged for you to take and give. There will also be calendars, handmade crafts and decorations as well as a "white elephant" table that could hold the most unique gift of all…But you have to come and see for yourself.
Service of Lessons and Carols
Westminster Presbyterian Church
125 North Wilkinson Street, Dayton
Date: December 13, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m.
All Choirs are participating.
For More Information: call 937-223-7285 or visit the website Westminster.
Handel's Messiah
Westminster Presbyterian Church
125 North Wilkinson Street, Dayton
Date: December 13, 2009
Time: 4:00 p.m.
The Dayton Philharmonic Chamber Chorus and Orchestra will be performing. For More Information: call 937-223-7285 or visit the website Westminster.
For Tickets – call Ticket Center Stage at 937-228-3630.
Noonday Carol Sing
Westminster Presbyterian Church
125 North Wilkinson Street, Dayton
Date: December 16, 2009
Time: 12:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m. – Handbell Prelude; 12:10-12:40 p.m. Carol Sing.
The Carol singing will be by all and choral music by the choirs of Xenia High School. Lunch will follow.
For More Information: call 937-223-7285 or visit the website Westminster.
First Flight Ceremony at Wright Memorial 106th Anniversary
Wright Memorial
Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio
Date: December 17, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Celebrate the 106th Anniversary of First Flight with the annual wreath laying ceremony at the Wright Memorial located next to the Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center on Wright Patterson Air Force Base.
Look Good...Feel Better
Samaritan North
Conference Room A
9000 North Main Street, Dayton
Date: December 21, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Connect with other cancer patients while you learn to cope with the effects of chemotherapy and radiation through "Look Good...Feel Better".
Space is limited - register at 1-888-227-6446 #2 or log onto Look Good
Christmas Eve Service
Westminster Presbyterian Church
125 North Wilkinson Street, Dayton
Date: December 24, 2009
Time: 4:00 p.m.
4 p.m. – Christmas in the Stable, Family Oriented service, Genesis Singers, Cherub, and Calvin Choirs.
9:20 p.m. – Prelude
10:00 p.m. – Christmas in the Cathedral – Traditional Candlelight Service, Westminster Choir, Junior & Senior High Handbell Choirs.
For More Information: call 937-223-7285 or visit the website Westminster.
Roosevelt High School 2nd Annual Legacy Ball
Arbor Hall
2150 Arbor Boulevard, Dayton
Date: December 26, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m. to midnight (Dinner at 7:30 p.m.)
Cost: $35 per person for dinner
This event is sponsored by the Class of 1967 Keeping Roosevelt's Legacy Alive. Final ticket sales will be December 18, 2009.
To Purchase Tickets: call James Mitchell at 937-554-4240, Charlene Dunson at 937-832-4013, John Austin at 937-276-4388 or Avis Williams at 937-268-1621.
Jim Brickman Beautiful World Tour
Schuster Performing Arts Center
1 West Second Street, Dayton
Date: December 26, 2009
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $29 to $49 per person
This Christmas, pianist Jim Brickman is creating a "Beautiful World" for audiences seeking an escape from the hectic demands of the holiday season! In a very special concert, Jim and guests present an evening of dazzling solo piano, vibrant vocals plus warmth and humor. Jim weaves together new and old traditional holiday favorites, all the hits and songs from the fall album release Beautiful World.
For More Information: go online Brickman Tour
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