Good morning, Dayton.

Local organizations and businesses helped 50 children in Dayton get custom beds at the Hope to Dream event, ensuring they have a safe place to sleep.

Volunteers, including employees from Morris Furniture Company and groups like United Way (which identified families in need), made the day possible.

On Saturday, volunteers gathered at Dayton National Cemetery despite snowy weather to honor veterans with over 8,200 wreaths placed (a record turnout compared with typical totals of about 2,000 to 3,000).

Next festivities are scheduled for Dec. 19 at noon with cleanup on Jan. 24.

Entropy Brewing Co. in Miamisburg, a 10,000 sqft brewpub with an indoor playground and 16 taps at 26 S.

Main St., will close on Dec. 27. The owners thanked the community for its support over the years.

The Brightside Music and Event Venue will host THE TAYLOR PARTY, a Taylor Swift-inspired dance night on Friday, Dec.

19 from 9:00 p.m. to 11:50 p.m. at this venue, inviting Swifties (18+) to sing and dance to Taylor's iconic Eras.

Hundreds of local Scouts attended cybersecurity workshops at an Air Force museum on Saturday, where they learned digital safety skills and STEM career basics from experts.

The event introduced merit badges in cybersecurity and AI as part of a new Scouting America program.

Ohio Department of Development announced $18.7M in grants to help local counties prevent homelessness through emergency shelters and rapid rehousing.

Projects in Hamilton, Greene, Miami, Montgomery, and Lebanon will serve thousands over two years & aim to help many secure stable housing.

Saturday night, snow slowed Dayton Flyers basketball fans as they made their way to the game + the icy roads made the trip tougher than usual.

The University of Dayton men’s basketball team beat North Florida 84-61 Saturday night at UD Arena while honoring alumni such as Obi Toppin during a Hall of Fame night.

Coach Anthony Grant’s son Makai Grant hit his first career three-pointer as the team prepares for Tuesday’s game against Florida State.

Gumdrop Gingerbread House Workshop

5:30-7 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $27-$38 — Create a festive gingerbread house with gumdrops and glitter to celebrate the holiday season.

Erika Wennerstrom - Up Close & Personal

7-10 p.m. — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — $30 — Experience an intimate hometown performance by lead singer of Heartless Bastards, Erika Wennerstrom, with special guest Eleanor Dakota.

Seasonal Shorts Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — The Loft Theatre — Tickets from $44 — Experience an unforgettable performance filled with seasonal delights.

Candlelight Christmas Carols on Strings

4:00-5:00 p.m. — Dayton Masonic Center — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting sounds of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet in a beautifully candlelit setting.

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

6:15-7:15 p.m. — Dayton Masonic Center — Check event page for pricing — Experience the magic of Christmas carols performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a captivating candlelit setting.

A Berry Merry Market

11 AM – 3 PM — The Blue Berry Cafe Kettering — Free entry — Experience festive fun with local vendors and sweet treats for the holiday cheer.

Dayton Ohio Eurogamers Meetup

6:30-11:55 p.m. — Bell, Book & Comic — Free entry — Engage in an evening of board games with fellow enthusiasts of all skill levels.

Deck the Diamond

6-7:30 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Experience one of Dayton's top sports events this December with a festive flare.

Deck the Diamond

6-7:30 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with a festive event at the ballpark.

Deck the Diamond

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the holiday season with Santa, caroling, and a sparkling light display at the baseball diamond.