Island into a winter wonderland that boasts live performances, delicious seasonal treats, friendly characters, ice skating, a nightly Wonderland Parade and more. Kings Island, 5-10 p.m., select nights through December 31. $29.99+. visitkingsisland.com/ events/winterfest 2 Monday Jazz at the MEMO presents The Phil DeGreg Trio plays “A Charlie Brown Christmas” Memorial Hall OTR, 2 p.m. $12 +$4 service charge. memorialhal- lotr.com/upcoming-events Charitable Play: Fun with a Purpose! Visit Recreations Outlet Tues- day, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings for a playtime that makes a difference. Not only will kids have a blast, but participa- tion also helps support a local nonprofit. It’s the perfect way to have fun while giving back to the community! Recreations Outlet, 9-11 a.m. $4. recreationsoutlet. com/pages/pay-to-play2 3 Tuesday A Harriet Beecher Stowe Christ- mas with author Pamela McColl Learn about abolitionist Harriet Beecher Stowe’s writing about the holidays and the way she combined celebration and activism. Harriet Beecher Stowe House, 7-8 p.m. Free. eventbrite. com/e/a-harriet-beecher-stowe- christmas-with-author-pamela- mccoll-tickets-1041224690077 4 Wednesday Cyclones vs. Komets This match is for the dogs- bring pups to the frozen pond for Pups N Pucks night! Heritage Bank Center, 7:35-10:35 p.m. $21+. heritagebankcenter.com/ event/2024/12/04/2-beer- pucks-n-pups A Christmas Carol This Charles Dickens’ classic tale showcases the story of greedy curmudgeon Ebenezer Scrooge on his journey of self-discovery. Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, 7 p.m. show runs through De- cember 29. $35+. cincyplay.com Celebrating Self - Decorating for Christmas
White lights or colors? Star top- per or angel? Garland or tinsel? Is flocking still a thing? So many questions for decorating the Christmas tree, let alone decking the halls from top to bottom. Fear not. Expert designer Karen Sacksteder of Sacksteder’s Interiors has all the tips, tricks and trends to make every house look merry and bright for the hol- idays. Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $23-30. fittoncenter.org/celebrating-self Yoga in the Gallery Connect with creativity on the first Wednesday of each month by practicing mindful move- ments and meditation surround- ed by art. Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 7:30 p.m. facebook.com/events 5 Thursday Thursday Art Play: Terra Futura Learn about the Terra Futura project and create artwork inspired by the artist Louisa L. Stick. Contemporary Arts Center, 10:30-11:30 a.m. $5 per non-member child, free for fami- lies with a valid SNAP or EBT card. contemporaryartscenter.org ToyMaker’s Daughter This original ballet depicts an allegory of the gospel through dance. Precious toy dolls are brought to life and deceptively tricked by villains into rebellion against their beloved maker. This ballet production is full of love, heartbreak, compassion, war and redemption, sprinkled with mystery and comedy. The dancers performing in ToyMak- er’s Daughter are part of the Princesses Ballet program, a transformative initiative run by City Gospel Mission. Aronoff Center for the Arts, 7 p.m. $20-50. cincinnatiarts.org/events/detail/ toymakers-daughter Twelfth Night Shakespeare’s delightful com- edy of mistaken identities and romantic entanglements, is a family-friendly spectacle that promises laughter and joy for all. Cincinnati Shakespeare Compa- ny, December 5-7, 7:30 p.m. De- cember 7, 2 p.m. (ASL interpret- er). $14-76. cincyshakes.com
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6 Friday Bach’s Christmas Oratorio Johann Sebastian Bach’s Christ- mas Oratorio blends the soaring melodies of Baroque music with the joyous spirit of the holiday season. The rich harmonies and intricate counterpoint come together in jubilant choruses and tender arias, narrating and reflecting upon the stories of the Feast of Christmas. Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, December 6-7, 7:30 p.m. $15+. cincinnati- arts.org/events/detail/cso-christ- mas-oratorio Cirque Dreams Holidaze Imaginative and fun for the whole family, Cirque Dreams Hol- idaze features a world-renowned cast of performers accompanied by an original music score includ- ing new twists on seasonal favor- ites. Singers, dancers, penguins, toy soldiers, and reindeer evoke the dreams behind a child’s eye on the most magical of nights. Amidst a backdrop of new sets, scenery, and storylines, this family-friendly production is sure to put a twinkle in the audience’s eye! Procter & Gamble Hall, December 6, 7 p.m., December 7, 11 a.m. or 3 p.m. $39.50+. cincinnatiarts.org/events/detail/ cirque-dreams-holidaze-1 Fitton Family Fridays - Calypso Christmas North Pole? No thanks! It’s cold up there! Christmas at the Fitton Center is going to be hot when the renowned Sunburners Party
Band turns up the thermostat with holiday sounds from the islands (and we don’t mean the Island of Misfit Toys)! Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 7:30-9 p.m. $8-10. fittoncenter.org/
fitton-family-fridays Happy Holidays with the Mighty Wurlitzer
This holiday season, join in the celebration with the Friends of Music Hall and their annual Happy Holidays with the Mighty Wurlitzer concert in Music Hall’s beautiful and historic Ballroom. The entire family will enjoy the concert, featuring favorite old and new holiday melodies and, of course, the Wurlitzer’s jingling bells. Music Hall, 7 p.m. $37. cincinnatiarts.org/events/detail/ happy-holidays-with-the-mighty- wurlitzer-24 Madcap Puppets: The Nutcracker Clara needs a little help from the Nutcracker to keep the Sugar Plum Fairy from spoiling their holiday festival. Madcap twists this classic story into a fantasti- cally funny tale filled with giant puppets, comical characters and audience participation. Dave Fin- kelman Auditorium, 10-11 a.m. Free. events.miamioh.edu/event/ madcap-puppets-the-nutcracker The Nutcracker, presented by Miami Valley Ballet Theatre Christmas Eve becomes a night of enchantment for little Clara and her magical Nutcracker
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