VTA Presents the Kettering Health Network Wintergarden Wonderland 11/23

Victoria Theatre Association presents the Kettering Health Network Wintergarden Wonderland (Wednesday, November 23, 2011 - Monday, January 2, 2012), kicking off with the Dayton Holiday Festival in downtown Dayton. Free, family-friendly activities are offered at the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center throughout the holiday season, including beloved Dayton-area traditions, music, crafts and more! Make lasting memories with your loved ones by participating in the numerous events Wintergarden Wonderland has to offer.

Kettering Health Network Wintergarden Wonderland is an annual holiday gift to the community from Victoria Theatre Association and the Arts Center Foundation. It is provided FREE OF CHARGE to the Dayton community. Kettering Health Network Wintergarden Wonderland receives support from Kettering Health Network, Fifth Third Bank, the Ohio Arts Council and Montgomery County.

Wintergarden Wonderland proves to be a success year after year and is a part of many families' holiday traditions. Make your holiday season cheerful and create valuable memories with a trip to downtown Dayton!

For additional information on these events and others, visit www.victoriatheatre.com/wintergarden-wonderland.

2011 Wintergarden Wonderland Events

The Legendary Rike's Christmas Windows

One of the Holiday Festivals' most popular downtown holiday experiences is the Rike's Christmas Window displays in the Schuster Center which open for public viewing on Wednesday, November 23. The displays, which first appeared in the windows of the NCR offices in New York City in 1943, will delight children of all ages. Don't miss out on this magnificent presentation of dancing elves and holiday cheer.

Wednesday, November 23, 2011 - Monday, January 2, 2012 - Open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., unless a private event is being held at the Schuster Center. The Wintergarden will also be closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Junior League of Dayton's Holiday Hunt

Don't miss this free downtown scavenger hunt for kids! Start at the Junior League tent on Courthouse Square, where you'll receive your map and instructions. Then follow the hunt to downtown locations to receive prizes!

· Friday, November 25, 2011 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Courthouse Square

Schuster Center Broadway Children's Choir and Dayton Children's Parade

Deck the halls with joyous voices comprised of the Schuster Center Broadway Children's Choir and the Schuster Celebration Choir entertain at Courthouse Square before the 2011 Dayton Children's Parade! Groove to your favorite holiday tunes and enjoy the assortment of holiday floats as the parade travels through downtown Dayton. The parade begins immediately after the Christmas Tree at Courthouse Square is illuminated (which occurs at approximately 7:45 p.m.)

Santa's Secret

While you are visiting the Rike's Christmas Windows at the Schuster Center this season, be sure to participate in the "Santa's Secret" contest and will a family four-pack of tickets for the rest of the PNC Family Series 2011-2012 season! Santa and his magical team of crafty reindeer made a special stop at the Schuster Center to drop off the much awaited tradition of "Santa's Secret!" Each Rike's Christmas Window contains a common object of interest. Search and discover The Common item, fill out an entry form and drop it into the entry box to see if you are correct! The winning entry will be announced on the Victoria Theatre Association Facebook page after January 3, 2012.

Here's a clue: While Santa had his back turned, his reindeer left a clue behind: The Common thread always relates to Dayton, Ohio! But remember, reindeer can be very tricky. Children are encouraged to enter.

The Tike's Shop and Visits with Santa!

Children of all ages get the chance to be real customers at The Tike's Shop! While at the Shop, children can browse through a large variety of goodies and with some assistance from Santa's elves and purchase inexpensive Christmas gifts for their family and loved ones. This is a great opportunity for children to gain experience making decisions, while also dealing with money. There is also face painting every Saturday and Sunday! The Tike's Shop is located in the Berry Room near the Ludlow Street entrance inside the Schuster Center. Sales from the Tike's Shop benefits Miami Valley Youth Career Services and youth in the Dayton area.

Tike's Shop Hours Face-Painting Santa's Hours

Friday, November 25, 2011 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. CLOSED 2:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Saturday, November 26, 2011 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 27, 2011 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 3, 2011 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 4, 2011 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 10, 2011 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 11, 2011 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday, December 12, 2011 CLOSED CLOSED AT NORTH POLE
Tuesday, December 13, 2011 CLOSED CLOSED AT NORTH POLE
Wednesday, December 14, 2011 CLOSED . CLOSED AT NORTH POLE
Thursday, December 15, 2011 CLOSED CLOSED AT NORTH POLE
Friday, December 16, 2011 CLOSED . CLOSED AT NORTH POLE
Saturday, December 17, 2011 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 18, 2011 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday, December 19, 2011 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. CLOSED 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p. m.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. CLOSED 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. CLOSED 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 22, 2011 10:00a.m. - 7:00p.m. CLOSED 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, December 23, 2011 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. CLOSED 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Fun-Days at the Schuster Center

Beginning November 27, families experience a variety of holiday fun at the Schuster Center. Local artists from the K12 Gallery will assist children in making holiday ornaments free of charge on the 3rd floor of the Schuster Center, above the Grand Staircase overlooking the Wintergarden. Entertainment is everywhere on the DP&L Stage with concerts and performances by Miami Valley Music Men, the Chinese Youth Orchestra and the Schuster Center Celebration Choir, just to name a few, every weekend beginning November 27 through December 12. Each day is filled with fun for the whole family

Sunday, November 27, 2011
Ornament Making 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 3rd Floor, Schuster Center
UD New Horizons Concert Band 1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. DP&L Stage
Kettering Brass Choir 4:00 p.m. - 4:40 p.m. DP&L Stage

Saturday, December 3, 2011
Ornament Making 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 3rd Floor, Schuster Center
Judy Mansky & Jillian Varner- Flute Duet 12:00 p.m. -1:00 p.m. DP&L Stage
Miami Valley Music Men 1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. DP&L Stage
Schuster Center Broadway Children's Choir 2:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. DP&L Stage
Schuster Celebration Choir 3:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. DP&L Stage

Sunday, December 4, 2011
Ornament Making 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 3rd Floor, Schuster Center
Charleston Brass Quintet 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. DP&L Stage
Rosemary Picker 1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. DP&L Stage
The Brothers and Co. Entertainers 2:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. DP&L Stage
Live Your Dream 3:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. DP&L Stage

Sunday, December 11, 2011
Ornament Making 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 3rd Floor, Schuster Center
Chinese Youth Orchestra 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. DP&L Stage
Tipp City Community Band 1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. DP&L Stage
Bellbrook HS Jazz Ensemble & Clarinet Choir 2:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. DP&L Stage
Opus 4 3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. DP&L Stage

Sunday, December 18, 2011
Ornament Making 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 3rd Floor, Schuster Center
Classy Ladies 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. DP&L Stage
Centerville Community Chorus 1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. DP&L Stage
Kettering Civic Band 3:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. DP&L Stage

Uno's Pizza with Santa

Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and enjoy some pizza at Uno Chicago Grill!

· Saturdays, December 3, 10, 17 - 10:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. visit with Santa, 11:00 a.m. lunch

There are many other wonderful holiday activities taking place throughout downtown Dayton, as part of the Downtown Dayton Partnership's Holiday Festival. Additional information is available online on the Downtown Dayton Partnership's Dayton Holiday Festival page at http://www.downtowndayton.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=112

For more information about Victoria Theatre Association's entire 2011-2012 season, visit www.victoriatheatre.com.

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