Good morning, Hamilton.

The Yani collective is teaming up with local businesses for its annual toy drive to benefit local families in Hamilton (further details on dates and locations are expected soon).

The Ohio Performing Arts Institute will perform 'The Nutcracker' at the Performing Arts Center (300 S.

Fountain Ave) with tickets priced at $22-28 for adults and $20-26 for students. The local Smith family is featured prominently in the cast to add fresh energy to this annual holiday event.

Former first grader McKenna Walters joins Heritage Early Childhood School as a teacher this school year, reuniting with her first-grade teacher Jessica Epstein, now the reading specialist at Lakota.

Both praised the rare full circle that links past inspiration with their current roles.

With 2025 almost over, Megan Hammond of WealthQuest advises residents to review last year’s return and implement strategies to lower their tax bill + some deductions must be submitted by Dec.

31 while others are due by April 15.

Starting Jan. 1, 2026, Ohio drivers will face higher BMV fees as House Bill 96 increases costs to support public safety—passenger car registration will rise from $11 to $16 and service, commercial, and title fees will also be higher.

These adjustments follow earlier changes that funded public safety operations.

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.

Every Christmas Story Ever Told

2-3:30 p.m. — The Otto M.Budig Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a unique twist on holiday storytelling in this festive performance.

Game Night at the Tech Center

6-8 p.m. — The Lane Libraries Community Technology Center — Registration required — Enjoy an evening of Dungeons & Dragons and board games with snacks included.

Michael Marcagi and John Vincent III Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Andrew J Brady Music Center — Tickets required — Experience the heartfelt tunes of local favorites Michael Marcagi and John Vincent III with special guest Nolan Taylor.

Fritz the Hippo Musical

2-3:30 p.m. — Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati — Family-friendly event — Discover the adventures of Fritz, the little hippo brother in a delightful new musical.

The Nutcracker Ballet

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cincinnati Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the magic of the world’s most beloved ballet in a festive setting.

Cincinnati Ballet's The Nutcracker

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical performance of The Nutcracker by Cincinnati Ballet.

Cincinnati Ballet - The Nutcracker

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of the world’s most beloved ballet this holiday season.