Holiday Open House

December 6 & 7, 2025 · 1:00–5:00 pm

Enjoy free hands-on holiday arts & crafts in the Art Studio and East Room. Projects are designed for all ages—make something festive to take home as a memory of your visit.

Join us in the Ballroom for a graceful holiday performance from Cindy Shreffler’s Ballet, featuring young dancers from the community. This short program is a beautiful way to begin your Holiday Open House experience.

The River City Puppets return with Wonders of Wiggly River, a lively, colorful puppet show filled with humor and heart. Perfect for children and families, these performances take place in the Ballroom.

No tickets are required.

Meet Santa in the Study and share your holiday wishes. Families are welcome to take photos.

The Troy Tones are Troy High School’s auditioned pop a cappella ensemble. These talented students perform contemporary hits and jazz favorites—completely a cappella. You can also hear them at their Winter Concert on Monday, December 15 at Troy High School.

Dayton-based artist Izzy Olaore, performing as Ra.Feke (“friend” in Swahili), brings 15 years of international experience in indie, pop, and afro-soul. Izzy has collaborated with major artists in both creative and administrative roles and performs with TheLuvLocz Experiment. He is the co-founder of WAC (We Are Creative) People, a Nigerian-based global platform that develops cross-cultural projects blending art, storytelling, and social impact. His work—on stage and in community—centers on creativity as a shared language and radiates positivity and connection.

Titus Bowman is a country singer-songwriter from Covington, Ohio, whose music reflects the heart and soul of classic country and western. He began writing songs at 16 and released his album As Long As You’ve Got Music in 2018, featuring original songs and gospel covers. Titus performs at local festivals and small-town venues whenever he can, balancing music with life in Covington with his wife and two daughters.

Eliza Crist began studying piano at age 9 and quickly discovered a deep love for music. Now 14, she especially enjoys the challenge of mastering difficult pieces and sharing them with audiences. Her playing is expressive and thoughtful, reflecting both discipline and joy in performance.

The Troy High School Orchestra is a student ensemble directed by Stephanie Strope. The group performs a wide range of repertoire, from classical works to rock, film scores, and contemporary arrangements. Throughout the year, the orchestra presents concerts at Troy High School and appears at special events in the community, showcasing the talent and dedication of its student musicians.

Alex Brundrett is a Dayton-based pianist and graduate of Troy High School. He is currently studying piano at Sinclair Community College. For the past seven years, Alex has served as a volunteer musician at Grandview Hospital and Hospice of Dayton, sharing the healing power of music with patients and their families. Passionate about community and the arts, he values the rich cultural landscapes of both Troy and Dayton and sees music as a way to uplift and connect people.

Joss Dennis offers an easygoing acoustic set that blends country, 60s, 70s, 80s, and pop favorites—as well as holiday songs. With “just a guy with a guitar” authenticity, Joss creates a relaxed, nostalgic atmosphere that invites listeners to settle in and enjoy songs that feel familiar and personal.

Closing the showcase, Danny Schneible brings heartfelt acoustic music with a classic singer-songwriter sound, joined by his daughters for a special family performance. Expect warm harmonies, familiar tunes, and a finale that feels like gathering in a living room full of music and light.