Join the TWIGs for their 58th annual Sugarplum Festival of Trees benefiting kids at Dayton Children’s!

New Location!
Life Connection of Ohio
2800 Donation Cir, Kettering, OH 45420

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opportunities download our flyer

schedule of events

Swigs with TWIGS

Friday, Nov. 7, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Life Connection, 2800 Donation Cir, Kettering

Join us for a fun social event featuring a craft beer and wine tasting. Your ticket includes a “build your own flight” of select beers and wines. Hors d’oeuvres complementing the beverages will be served.

Featuring: Ugly sweater contest, DJ, raffle baskets, and a 50/50 raffle. You’ll also have an exclusive sneak preview of the Sugarplum Festival of Trees silent auction!

Advance tickets: $50
Tickets at the Door (limited): $55

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Holiday Extravaganza Open House – Santa, Trees, Kids Activities and more!

Saturday, November 8, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Life Connection, 2800 Donation Cir, Kettering

• FREE event open to the public, come any time!
• Visit and photo with Santa FREE!
• Online Tree and Decor Auction – Take the hassle out of holiday decorating while you shop for a cause!

visit the online auction

Sugarplum Festival of Trees Boutique

Saturday, November 8, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Kettering Rec Center, 2900 Glengarry Dr, Kettering

• FREE event!
• Visit our showcase of spectacular handmade items and baked goods located at the Kettering Holiday Arts and Crafts Show at the Lathrem Senior Center

Online tree and decor auction closes and
tree pickup

Sunday, November 9, 12 p.m. (noon)
Life Connection, 2800 Donation Cir, Kettering

• In-person shopping is not available Sunday, virtual auction closes at noon!
• All Items must be picked up between 3 – 6 pm on Sunday, November 9, 2025 (Large designer trees will be delivered on Monday, November 10 within a 25-mile radius of Life Connection – we will contact you to coordinate delivery)

All proceeds benefit kids and families who depend on Dayton Children’s for their medical and mental health care. We thank you for your caring support!