SEASON’S GREETINGS once again brings together the amazing voices of Gina Handy and Philip Drennen, with Deron Bell and his Merry Melody Makers, for another festive cabaret experience! Relax with friends, laugh with family, grab a seasonal cocktail, and most importantly, “mail” your song requests to Santa! You never know what surprises are in store when the spirit of the holidays takes over!
Archives for December 2023
Voctave: It Feels Like Christmas
A cappella sensation VOCTAVE has had over 150 million social media views of their videos, and their albums are frequently in the Top 10. The Spirit of the Season, Deluxe Edition, reached No. 6 on the Billboard charts and The Corner of Broadway & Main Street Vol. 2, debuted at number 3 on the iTunes charts. VOCTAVE’s most recent release is an album of lullabies entitled, Goodnight, My Someone. Formed in 2015 by producer and arranger Jamey Ray, the voices that bring their arrangements to life represent a wealth of diverse backgrounds and musical experiences. Hailing from Central Florida, the eleven members of VOCTAVE have performed across the globe and appear on countless recordings. The group has performed with Grammy, Dove and American Music Award recipients including Sandi Patty, Pentatonix’s Kirstin Maldonado, Mark Lowry, David Phelps, and Jody McBrayer. VOCTAVE’s nine albums are digitally available on all platforms.
Jazz Jam at Wholly Grounds
Looking for a perfect way to wind down your weekend? Look no further than Sunday Jazz Jam at Wholly Grounds! This Sunday evening, enjoy the soulful stylings of singer and host Kelli Campbell, pianist Keigo Hirakawa, bassist Connor Smith and drummer Noah Ramirez. The cozy atmosphere of Wholly Grounds is the perfect setting to enjoy a delicious baked good, sip on a coffee or wine, and let the smooth sounds of jazz wash over you. This event runs from 7pm-9pm and admission is only $8. Don’t miss out on this incredible evening of music and relaxation!
Dayton Pub Run
Join Key Sports, Runners Plus and Dayton Track Club for our December edition of the Dayton Pub Run!
We’ll have some awesome door prizes (RSVP and check-in to be eligible and get credit for attending) as per usual.
During 2023 attend 4, 8 and 12 regular Pub Runs to earn some awesome prizes and attend all 24 (regular and Lite) Pub Runs to earn a $100 Runners Plus gift card.
All paces and people are welcome, and it’s free to attend!
Dayton Dinner Theater presents Holiday Movie Classics
Are you looking for fun holiday events to do this month? Dayton Dinner Theater is presenting three Christmas themed movie parties that are great for date nights, or small groups of friends & family: Elf, A Christmas Story, and Christmas Vacation. See these classic holiday fils on the big screen in a fun group, interactive setting at The Brightside Music & Event Venue.
Before the movie starts enjoy live music and food that is directly inspired by the movie. The Brightside bar is open, and features themed drinks as well! During the movie, Dayton Dinner Theater features their famous interactive quote contest, fun facts, theme spotting, and a trivia contest during intermission. Although the movie parties are geared more towards adults, they are family-friendly. Costumes are encouraged!
Schedule: Doors open at 5:45pm. Food and live music are available from 6-7pm, the movie starts at 7pm, a short intermission for dessert and trivia will start at 8pm. The movie ends around 9 pm.
When: Elf – Sunday, Dec 3, 2023
A Christmas Story – Sunday, Dec 17, 2023
Christmas Vacation – Friday, Dec 22, 2023
Where? The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402
Note: Table reservations only for parties of 6 or more, otherwise, we have open seating.
Cost: $35 tickets available at daytondinnertheater.com. Advance tickets are required.
Aullwood Winter Luminary Walk
Celebrate Aullwood’s 100th anniversary with a holiday evening walk through its luminary-lit pathways and a tour of the house. We’ll have music and refreshments and a time to enjoy the year-round beauty of Aullwood. Bring your family and friends for the perfect start to the holiday season. Weather Dependent.
LeAnn Rimes: Joy-The Holiday Tour
LeAnn Rimes is an international, multi-platinum-selling, acclaimed singer and ASCAP award-winning songwriter who has sold more than 48 million units globally, won 2 Grammy® Awards; 12 Billboard Music Awards; 2 World Music Awards; 3 Academy of Country Music Awards; 2 Country Music Association Awards and one Dove Award. At 14, Rimes won “Best New Artist,” making her the youngest recipient to take home a Grammy® Award.
Rimes has been honored with the Ally of Equality Award by the Human Rights Campaign for over 20 years of equal rights support, the 2019 HOPE Award for Depression Advocacy, and 2009 ACM Humanitarian Award, among other recognitions, solidifying her dedication to making the world a better place.
The APAC is honored to celebrate the joy of the Christmas season with LeAnn Rimes!
Cooking with Chef Margot!
Sit back and relax with a drink while Chef Margot demonstrates how to prepare a delicious holiday meal!
Menu:
Grilled artichoke salad with pecan dressing
Roasted Filet Mignon and a green peppercorn and brandy sauce with port & cabernet glazed pearl onions
Mushroom & leek risotto
Panna Cotta
Guests will receive a menu card and sheet for note-taking to help you recreate these dishes at home!
Actor’s Theatre Fairborn presents: The Christmas Tonight Show
Come and visit us for our first “Tonight Show” at Actors Theatre Fairborn
This Christmas addition will include a
“Jolly” Ed McMahon, (Dino @Dinos Coffee Shop Yellow Springs) Mike DiCuirci and his five piece band, Christmas music Leah Landis Hawthorn, skits and more.
Come and help us navigate through our first (hopefully more to come) variety show December 1st, 2nd & 3rd, 2023. Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinee at 2pm.
Tickets are priced for Christmas at $15.00.
“And now, heeeeeress…………
Say Yes Cakes Reopens in New Location
Jennifer Coyle and her daughter Alyson opened the original Say Yes Cakes in July of 2020 on Wayne Avenue in Belmont. But after a few years there, they decided to relocate since many of their customers complained about the lack of parking. So they’ve reopened the shop on Shroyer Road in a spot that previously housed Moore Dessert Please and La Puf Sweets. You’ll find lots of goodies on their counter. Yesterday when I stopped by there were brownies, magic bars, cupcakes, cookies, cake pops and something new they are doing – cakes ready to be picked up, they’ll even add a quick happy birthday message to the cake, or whatever else you’re celebrating.
Jennifer shared they are also looking for a part time baker’s assistant to help at the shop, so reach out to them via their facebook page if you are interested. They are having some issues with their phone service. She’s been baking to order for the past month, but now that the shop is open and the holidays are creeping up, she expects to be very busy.
The chalkboard in the shop serves as a menu for all the other goodies Say Yes Cakes makes beside cakes. Pre-orders are appreciated, but they’ll do their best to keep the cases filled with goodies all years long.
They are incredibly proud of their cannoli, a true Sicilian style preparation. They dry their ricotta for days to resemble ricotta impastata. They use REAL ricotta impastata and the difference is astounding. Try the cannoli for an out of this world “old world Italian” tasting cannoli!
Say Yes Cakes
1003 Shroyer Road, Dayton, OH 45419
Current Hours:
Thurs & Fri noon – 6pm
Sat noon – 4pm
