Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of November.
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🏘️ Community
Every dog at the Dayton Humane and Co Boutique’s Black Friday event was adopted—each found a forever home, the Humane Society of Greater Dayton reported.
The society said other animals remain available for adoption at their main center on Nicholas Rd.
💼 Business
Local small businesses have teamed up to boost holiday sales by working together in Middletown, Dayton’s Oregon District and Yellow Springs through December.
Shops offer deals on Pink Friday and Small Business Saturday to help customers find unique gifts and support local merchants.
On Black Friday, over 200 shoppers queued at the Beavercreek Target store as early as 3 a.m. for gift cards and free hot chocolate— the first 250 customers received cards valued between $10 and $500.
Several locals bundled up overnight to wait for the 5 a.m. opening and to take advantage of holiday deals.
PureMD MedSpa opened its new private-pay center at Austin Landing where it offers minimally invasive procedures such as liposuction and skin tightening.
The medspa provides extra services — including laser hair removal, tattoo removal, and full patient consultations with expert providers — to help patients look and feel their best.
Michael Kurtz explains how choosing local gift cards and tickets can offer a more affordable way to celebrate the 12 days of Christmas—he compares prices from Dayton businesses like restaurants, jewelry stores, and performance centers.
His guide shows Dayton residents practical alternatives that help them manage holiday spending without breaking the bank.
🎭 Culture
The Dayton Holiday Festival drew thousands downtown Friday night as the Grand Illumination Parade started just after the tree on Courthouse Square was lit by over 50,000 lights.
Festivities began at 4 p.m. and continued past 7 p.m.—the event marked a festive kickoff for the season.
🎓 Education
Chaminade Julienne High School students met with national lawmakers at the second annual Ignatian Solidarity Network Teach-In for Justice—discussing humane immigration reform and climate justice with support from their teachers and campus minister.
They said the meeting helped boost their confidence to speak out on local issues.
🌲 Environment
Invasive 'death spiral' Asian lady beetles were reported in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana this fall as they released a strong odor when crushed, causing a nuisance for homeowners.
Homeowners were advised to vacuum up the insects and seal cracks in their homes — the beetles do not damage structures and help control pests during the growing season.
Montgomery County Environmental Services reminded residents that leftover food from Thanksgiving can break down in landfills and release harmful methane gas (300 million pounds of food are discarded nationwide each holiday).
They urged families to use reusable containers, donate excess food, or try new recipes to cut down on waste.
🎉 Dayton Events
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Medicare Fitness Lunch and Learn
11:30 a.m. — YMCA of Greater Dayton - YMCA at the Heights — Free lunch — Explore Medicare basics while enjoying a complimentary meal and get expert answers to your questions.
Richard Smith with Special Guest Jim McCutcheon
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Tickets required — Enjoy an extraordinary evening of fingerstyle guitar mastery featuring British virtuoso Richard Smith.
Glenn Miller Orchestra Holiday Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Victoria Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the timeless melodies of one of the world's most beloved bands during their holiday tour.
Handmade Holiday Market
11 AM – 4 PM — Yellow Cab Tavern — Free entry — Discover unique handmade gifts from 25 local vendors just in time for the holidays.
UD New Horizons Holiday Concert
Celebrate the holidays with over 100 UD New Horizons Music Program musicians in the new UD Roger Glass Center for the Arts. This free concert begins at 3:00 p.m., followed by a reception celebrating the 25th anniversary of UD New Horizons.
A Comedy of Errors: A Holiday Twist
7:30 p.m. — Dayton Convention Center — Tickets available — Experience Shakespeare's classic comedy reimagined with festive chaos and delight this holiday season.
Elf Movie Party
6-9 p.m. — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Alcoholic drinks available for purchase — Celebrate the holidays with music, meal, trivia, and a screening of the classic comedy Elf!
The Littlest Angel by DCDC
7:30-9:00 p.m. — University Of Dayton Kennedy Union Boll Theatre — $35 — Experience the magical retelling of a holiday classic through stunning dance that celebrates Black heritage and the true spirit of giving.
The Nutcracker
Dec 13-22 — Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center — Prices vary — Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky’s tale of Clara and her enchanting adventure in this holiday classic.
Breakfast with Santa
8:30-9:30 a.m. — 2nd Street Market — Check event page for cost — Enjoy a festive morning with Santa while indulging in breakfast treats.
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