Good morning, Hamilton.

Cincinnati Animal CARE, which runs the Hamilton County shelter, has extended its 99¢ Black Friday adoption event through Sunday—more than 100 dogs and 50 cats were adopted Friday.

Shelter Director Meaghan Colville said workers will stay open late to help match families with pets at locations on Colerain and Dane Avenue.

Emergency crews responded to a fire at a College Hill apartment building near Cedar Avenue — Lathrop Avenue on Friday around 5 p.m., and the Cincinnati Fire Department reported no injuries as crews continued their work until 6 p.m.

The Jingle Mingle, one of Butler County’s largest holiday business networking events, will be held next Wednesday at the Liberty Center Foundry from 4-7 p.m.—featuring over 75 vendors, food tastings, DJ ETrayn and a cash bar.

Chamber officials said the free event for adults 21 and older will also include an afterparty at the nearby S.O.B Steakhouse—in what is expected to be a lively evening.

The Middletown Middies football team left Barnitz Stadium Friday afternoon for their first state semifinal game, heading to Dayton's Welcome Stadium — and town businesses and residents have decorated in purple to show their support.

The team will join tomorrow's Santa Parade regardless of the game result, marking a historic season for both the players and the community.

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra - Dvořák Symphony No. 7

2-3:30 p.m. — Cincinnati Music Hall — Check event page for ticket pricing — Experience a classical journey with pieces by Carlos Simon, Lisa Bielawa, Copland, and Dvořák featuring soloist Tessa Lark on violin.

Kip Moore: Solitary Tracks Fall Tour

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Bogart's — Tickets starting at $63 — Catch Kip Moore live with last-minute tickets available for this exciting night of country music.

Hamilton Christkindlmarkt

N/A — Fri, Dec 5 – Sat, Dec 6 — Butler County Fairgrounds — $2 — Experience the charm of a traditional German Christmas market with festive food, crafts, and entertainment.

Jerry Seinfeld Live

5:00 – 6:30 PM — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the iconic humor of Jerry Seinfeld in a night of laughter and entertainment.

Christmas in the Village

12-4 p.m. — German Village — Free entry — Enjoy festive carriage rides, live music, and seasonal treats in a charming atmosphere.

Phil DeGreg Trio performs A Charlie Brown Christmas

7-9 p.m. — Memorial Hall, Cincinnati, OH — Ticket prices vary — Experience the festive sounds of Vince Guaraldi's holiday jazz classics performed by the renowned Phil DeGreg Trio.

A Christmas Carol

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park — Check website for pricing — Experience the classic holiday tale of redemption and the spirit of Christmas.

Home for the Holidays Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Starting at $55 — Enjoy holiday music and hits with Peabo Bryson, Sheena Easton, and Ruben Studdard.

Fiber Arts Club

3:30-5:30 p.m. — The Lane Libraries Community Technology Center — Free entry — Explore fiber arts like knitting and crochet in a creative and relaxing space.

Pop Rock Christmas Concert

Time TBA — Fitton Center for Creative Arts — Cost not listed — Experience holiday hits with a modern twist from The Ultra Sonics and their dynamic band.