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Did you know…The Dayton Art Institute, founded in 1919, is home to over 27,000 artworks spanning 5,000 years of history.
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Major stores are rolling out holiday discounts on meals, sides, and festive essentials
Local heroes, students, and volunteers are spreading joy with gifts, food, and holiday cheer.
Dayton’s roads and airports are busy, and plenty of local events keep the season lively.
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Grocery Deals for Holiday Feasts
With holiday celebrations in full swing, major grocery stores in the Dayton area are rolling out deep discounts on everything from holiday meal staples to cleaning supplies, helping local families stretch their budgets this season. Shoppers can find markdowns on hams, sides, drinks, and seasonal items at big‑name chains and regional supermarkets through this week’s sales events. Whether you’re planning a big holiday dinner or just need to stock up on basics, now is a great time to compare prices and snag the best deals before the crowds arrive.
Buc-ee’s Mass Hiring Underway!
Buc-ee’s is ramping up for its Huber Heights grand opening with a mass hiring event February 17-19 at the Hope Hotel and Conference Center in Dayton. Interviews run 8AM to 5PM daily for full-time roles like cashier, deli, grocery, gift, and maintenance — paying $18-23 hourly with weekly pay, benefits, and three weeks paid time off. Apply online first at buc-ees.com/careers — only invited applicants get interviews, so Dayton job seekers should submit soon for a shot at these high-demand spots.
Holiday Roads Packed in Dayton
Nearly 5.1 million Ohioans, including over 415,000 from the Dayton area, plan to travel 50 miles or more from December 20 through January 1 — marking a record holiday rush. Dayton International Airport anticipates peak crowds on Sunday, December 21, and Friday, December 26, with added flights, extra staff, and improved parking systems to handle the flow. Roads face chilly conditions with chances for light snow or rain, but Christmas and New Year's Days offer the quietest windows; ODOT recommends avoiding rush hours like 4-7 PM.
DAYTON HOLIDAY GIVING ROUNDUP
Dayton's holiday spirit is shining brighter than ever with heartwarming acts of kindness lighting up the Miami Valley! Community heroes are delivering joy through meals, gifts, and service, making this Christmas unforgettable for families, kids, veterans, and even shelter pets.
KROC Center's Festive Feast
The Salvation Army's Dayton KROC Center is spreading holiday magic to 3,600 families with turkeys, customizable gift cards for perfect Christmas dinners, and toys galore for the kids. This beloved 15-year tradition lifts up the unemployed, homeless, and those in need, with ongoing support for food, bills, and pure holiday cheer year-round.
Read more — Dayton 24/7 Now
Dolls Bringing Diversity and Delight
Black Women United sparked pure magic by gifting 55 culturally vibrant dolls, celebrating every skin tone and hairstyle to Dayton's foster kids via Montgomery County Children's Services! Caseworkers are buzzing to spread this representation and holiday happiness.
Read more — Montgomery County
Students Spreading Cheer
Local students rocked the season with inspiring service projects, diving into holiday giving to uplift their neighbors. These young changemakers are fueling Dayton's legacy of love and community pride!
Read more — Springfield City School District
Baskets, Bites, and Pawsome Kindness
Volunteers at a local American Legion post packed 70 overflowing holiday food baskets, filling homes with festive flavors. Meanwhile, a Beavercreek sweetheart, Ashley Cooper, showered shelter animals with Christmas love, proving every furry friend deserves holiday hugs!
Read more — (1) WDTN, (2) Humane Society of Greater Dayton
Meet Jasper, a six-year-old tabby who has been charming his way through life with Eve in Centerville for the past five years! He came into her life after his previous owner could not quite keep up with his enthusiastic biting, and Eve happily stepped in with all the love and patience he deserved.
These days, Jasper still has plenty to say with his teeth, whether he is happy, grumpy, or somewhere in between, and it is all part of his uniquely affectionate personality. One of his most lovable quirks is his absolute obsession with balloons, which earned him the well-deserved nickname “balloon boy”. He can spend hours batting them into the air and chasing them around the house like it is his very own game show.
When it is time to recharge, you will usually find Jasper stretched out on his favorite window perch, soaking up the view and enjoying a well-earned nap. Sweet, playful, and bursting with character, Jasper is clearly right where he belongs. 💛
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Don’t Miss These Dayton Events
Here’s your quick lineup of local happenings to make your Sunday and Monday even brighter:
December 21, Sunday
Sunday Funday (Open Mic)
Moe Harrigan’s Tavern, 4070 Marshall Rd, Kettering | 5:30PM-9:30PM
Dayton Jazz Orchestra Holiday Concert
The Hidden Gem Music Club, 507 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Dayton | 7PM
Holiday Jazz Jam
Wholly Grounds, 825 Wayne Ave., Dayton | 7PM
Sunday Funday
Dart'N Somewhere Bar & Grill, 1060 Patterson Road, Dayton | 7PM
Live Music from Aiden Kinser
Good Time Charlie’s, 61 S Main St, Miamisburg | 7:30PM
December 22, Monday
A Berry Merry Christmas
Blueberry Cafe-Kettering, 2932 S. Dixie Dr., Kettering | 11AM
Open Mic Comedy
Oregon Express, 336 E 5th St, Dayton | 7:30PM
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