💎 The Merriest Of Memos (Issue #68)
PLUS: Things to do over the holiday break and 19 NYE parties around town
Max Carone
December 19, 2024
Good Morning,
Welcome to 2024’s final issue of our Community Memo. This week’s memo is especially merry — filled with all kinds of festive fun!
Along with the usual events and shows, you’ll find activities to enjoy over the holiday break and nineteen NYE parties to help you ring in the New Year.
We’re off for the next two weeks to rest and recharge, so the next time you’ll hear from us will be on Jan 9th, 2025. Then, we’ll resume our usual weekly publishing.
Thank you for joining us on this journey this year. It’s an honor to be in your inbox every week, and we’re excited about what next year has in store. We wish you the happiest of holidays and a tremendous New Year!
Now, for the last time in 2024, let’s get to it!
⚡ WEEKEND WEATHER
Friday
34° 🌡️ 26° | ☁️ | ☔ 60% | 💨 16 mph
Saturday
30° 🌡️ 17° | ⛅️ | ☔ 0% | 💨 11 mph
Sunday
30° 🌡️ 20° | ☀️ | ☔ 0% | 💨 11 mph
📅 EVENTS
🧥 Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
📅 Fri, Dec 20: 11 am - 11 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Downtown Troy
💰 Free
Throw on your ugliest sweater and explore Downtown Troy with friends! Sip responsibly as you visit DORA locations like Agave & Rye, Old Scratch Pizza, and The Mayflower.
Collect stamps on your card by purchasing drinks at each stop, then turn it in for a chance to win a $25 gift card. Perfect for a festive night out! Learn more here.
❄️ Winter Solstice
📅 Sat, Dec 21: 7 am (Add To Cal)
📍 SunWatch, Moraine
💰 Free
Welcome the return of longer days at SunWatch Village’s Winter Solstice celebration! Watch the sunrise at 7:55 am as the Center Pole casts its shadow through the Solstice House, just like it did 800 years ago.
Enjoy free admission from 7 am - 12 pm along with coffee and donuts. A traditional way to experience the solstice. Learn more here.
🍻 Jingle and Mingle Pub Crawl
📅 Sat, Dec 21: 5 - 9 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Downtown Lebanon
💰 Free
Deck yourself out in holiday cheer and get ready to mingle through downtown Lebanon! Celebrate the season with festive drinks at spots like Doc’s Place, Catch-A-Fire Pizza, and King’s Bar and Grill. Whether naughty or nice, this crawl guarantees good times and holiday spirit. Learn more here.
🥾 Winter Solstice Hike
📅 Sat, Dec 21: 6 - 8 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Russ Nature Reserve, Beavercreek
💰 Free
Experience the quiet beauty of winter on a self-guided luminary-lit hike through snowy woods. Celebrate the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year, with a peaceful walk under the soft glow of lights. Refreshments will be available while supplies last. Perfect for embracing the calm of the season. Learn more here.
🍺 Centerville Christmas Crawl
📅 Sat, Dec 21: 7 - 11 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Centerville
💰 $25
Hop on the holiday bus and tour five festive bars across Centerville, each serving Christmas-inspired drinks. Dress in your best holiday outfit — ugly sweaters, PJs, or festive flair are encouraged!
Stay as long as you like at each stop while spreading cheer. Proceeds benefit a local organization helping others this season. Learn more here.
🎅 Christmas Crafts With The Clauses
📅 Sun, Dec 22: 2 - 4 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Bock Family Brewing, Washington Twp
💰 $12
Get into the holiday spirit with crafts, games, and festive fun for the little ones! Meet Santa, Mrs. Claus, and their elves while enjoying face painting, snacks, and story time.
Each child will leave with holiday crafts they’ve made themselves. Space is limited, so grab your tickets early for this family-friendly celebration. Get your tickets by choosing the "Craft Day" option here.
🏮 Christmas Eve Luminaries
📅 Tue, Dec 24: 5 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 David’s Cemetery, Kettering
💰 Free
Experience a magical Christmas Eve at David's Cemetery. See the glow of over 4,600 luminaries and nearly 1,400 wreaths lighting up the grounds. This drive-through holiday lights show offers a beautiful sight from the warm comfort of your car. Learn more here.
❄️ HOLIDAY THINGS TO DO
Looking for fun things to do over the holidays with family and friends? Here are a few winter wonderlands where you can enjoy holiday lights and festive decorations.
🎄 Clifton Mill Lights
📅 Dec 19 - Dec 23: 6 - 9 pm
📅 Dec 24 - 25: 6 - 8 pm
📅 Dec 26 - 30: 6 - 9 pm
📍 Historic Clifton Mill, Clifton
💰 General: $15
💰 3 & Under: Free
Experience the magic of the season at Clifton Mill, where over 4 million lights transform the mill and gorge into a winter wonderland. Explore the Miniature Village, Santa Museum, and synchronized light shows. Learn more here.
🔔 Carillon Christmas
📅 Dec 19 - 23, Dec 26 - 30
📅 Dec 24 - 25: Closed
⌛️ Sun - Thu: 5 - 9 pm
⌛️ Fri - Sat: 5 - 10 pm
📍 Carillon Historical Park, Dayton
💰 General: $10 - $14
💰 2 & Under: Free
Witness the park's 65-acre campus transformed into a dazzling display of lights and holiday cheer. Marvel at the Carillon Tree of Light, meet Santa Claus, and enjoy the Carillon Park Railroad. Learn more here.
🦌 Woodland Lights Finale
📅 Dec 19 - Dec 23: 6 - 9 pm
📍 Countryside Park, Washington Twp
💰 General: $9
💰 2 & Under: Free
Stroll along a half-mile path illuminated with enchanting holiday displays. Santa awaits in a cozy log cabin, ready for wish lists and photos. Enjoy carriage rides and meet costumed characters this Friday night (Dec 20th). Register here.
🪟 Rike’s Holiday Windows
📅 Dec 19 - 23, Dec 26 - 29
📅 Dec 24 - 25: Closed
⌛️ Mon - Fri: 6 am - 6:30 pm
⌛️ Sat - Sun: 8 am - 5 pm
📍 Schuster Center, Dayton
💰 Free
Step into Dayton’s holiday past with the enchanting Rike’s Holiday Windows at the Schuster Center. Spot animated elves, animals, and magical reindeer. Guess Santa’s hidden secret for a chance to win a special prize! Learn more here.
🎅 Yuletide Village
📅 Fri, Dec 20: 5 - 9 pm
📅 Sat, Dec 21: 3 - 9 pm
📍 Renaissance Park, Waynesville
💰 Adults: $17
💰 12 & Under: Free
Step into a winter wonderland at Renaissance Park’s Yuletide Village. Shop unique gifts, savor festive food, and enjoy holiday shows. Don’t miss a visit with Woodland Santa — or a deal with Krampus! Get tickets here.
🥳 NYE PARTIES
We’ve put together this special round-up of 19 New Year’s Eve parties happening in the Miami Valley to help you plan your celebrations and welcome 2025!
🎆 NYE Celebrations
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 11 am - 9 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Mudlick Tap House, Dayton
💰 Free Entry
🔗 Learn More Here
🪅 NYE 2025 (For Kids)
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 11 am - 12:30 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Civic Center, West Carrollton
💰 Kids: $5
💰 Register By Dec 23
🔗 Register Here
🎈 NYE At The ‘Plex (For Kids)
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 4 - 8 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Washington Twp RecPlex
💰 Kids: $5
🔗 Register Here
🎩 NYE Gala
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 6 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Mills Park Hotel, Yellow Springs
💰 Drinks & Dancing: $45
💰 Full Experience: $125
🔗 Register Here
🔥 Fire & Ice NYE Party
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 6 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 The Foundry, Dayton
💰 $50+
🔗 Register Here
🍸 Roaring 20’s NYE
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 6 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Crafted & Cured, Troy
💰 Free Entry
🔗 Learn More Here
🥃 NYE Party w/ Jameson’s Folly
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 7 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 The Dublin Pub, Dayton
💰 Free Entry
🔗 Learn More Here
🪩 NYE Party
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 7 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Julia’s Nite Club, Miamiburg
💰 $35
🔗 Learn More Here
🎩 Black & White NYE Party
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 7:30 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 UD Marriott, Dayton
💰 $192+
🔗 Register Here
🥳 NYE At The OE
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 8 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Oregon Express, Dayton
💰 $25
🔗 Register Here
🎧 NYE Ball Drop & Silent Disco
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 8 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Yellow Cab Tavern, Dayton
💰 $15+
🔗 Learn More Here
🪩 80’s NYE Party
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 8 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 201 Tavern, Dayton
💰 Free Entry
🔗 Learn More Here
🍷 NYE w/ Pares Balta Wines
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 8 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 The Local 937, Dayton
💰 $15
🔗 Learn More Here
🎉 NYE Party
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 8 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Wright-Patt Club, Dayton
💰 Non-Members: $15
💰 Members: Free
🔗 Learn More Here
🎊 New Year’s Eve Party
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 8 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Miami Valley Sports Bar, West Carrollton
💰 Free Entry
🔗 Learn More Here
🤩 New Years Cosplay Party
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 8:30 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Izakaya, Beavercreek
💰 $10
🔗 Learn More Here
🤘 NYE Bash
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 8:30 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 PhoneBooth Lounge, Kettering
💰 Free Entry
🔗 Learn More Here
🪩 531 Family NYE
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 9 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 Cosmo Joe’s Atomic Lounge, Dayton
💰 $10
🔗 Learn More Here
🔪 Chef Dane NYE Party
📅 Tue, Dec 31: 9 pm (Add To Cal)
📍 NextDoor Bar, Dayton
💰 $50
🔗 Learn More Here
🎶 LIVE MUSIC
This Friday
Benny Hill | Crooked Handle - Boro | 6:30 pm | Free
Rumpke Mountain Boys | Yellow Cab Tavern | 7 pm | $15+
Dan Rivers | Bock Family Brewing | 7 pm | Free
The Milo’s | Jayne's On Main | 7:30 pm | Free
Locking Up Otis | Phone Booth Lounge | 8 pm | Free
Paid Leave & More | Hidden Gem Music Club | 8 pm | $5
Until Rust | The Barrel | 8 pm | Free
Cameron Parks | Brick Tap & Tavern | 8:30 pm | Free
Sam Dearie | Good Time Charlie's | 8:30 pm | Free
Joey Vasselet | Courtyard Lounge | 9 pm | Free
This Saturday
Winter Solstice Concert | Yellow Cab Tavern | 5 pm | $10
The Times | The Barrel | 5 pm | Free
Doug Hart | Phone Booth Lounge | 8 pm | Free
Barely Able | Good Time Charlie's | 8:30 pm | Free
TRUK | Brick Tap & Tavern | 8:30 pm | Free
RockUup | Courtyard Lounge | 9 pm | $5
This Sunday
Dayton Jazz Orchestra Holiday Concert | Hidden Gem Music Club | 6 pm | $5
🎭️ LIVE THEATRE
Shows Running Now
Holiday Inn | La Comedia Theatre | Nov 01 - Dec 29 | $70+
A Frosty Night | The Loft Theatre | Dec 11 - Dec 22 | $23
The Nutcracker | Schuster Center | Dec 13 - Dec 22 | $18+
😂 LIVE COMEDY
This Weekend
Ralph Harris | Dayton Funny Bone | Dec 20 - Dec 21 | $23
Upcoming Shows
Aries Spears | Dayton Funny Bone | Dec 27 - Dec 28 | $37
NYE with Rob Ward & Spencer James! | Dayton Funny Bone | Dec 31 | $25
💎 EXTRA GEMS
Holiday Heartwarmers For A Pawsitive Cause
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Proceeds support 4 Paws For Ability, a local non-profit that matches service animals with Veterans. Order your copy here.
🙏 THANKS
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See you in 2025,
— Max
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