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4 Family Fyi Family Health 4 Ask the Teacher 4 Community News 5 Fab Finds 6 Craft Corner 7 Top 5 7

9 Growing Up The meaning of generosity

11 Is My Kid OK? When your child bullies

26 Family Fun Parades & tree lightings

28 Calendar of Events

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Gift Guide Tech toys, books and stocking stuffers

Charity Ideas for giving to others

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Happiest of Holidays

I started a new holi-day tradition with my

daughter, Morgan, last year. We dressed up, curled our hair and even put on lip gloss. We aren’t “girly,” so it was quite a rare occur-

rence. We even stayed up past our bedtimes on a school/work night to enjoy the UNC School of the Arts production of “The Nutcracker,” in Winston-Salem. What a spectacular treat it was for both of us! It was my 10-year-old daughter’s first time seeing the ballet, and she was literally on the edge of her seat and mesmerized by the music and dancing. I loved the show, too, but my enjoyment came mostly from watching her, knowing that she was intrigued by the sights and sounds of the play and my savoring the one-on-one time with her. And yes, I’ve already bought my tickets for this year’s show. We can’t wait!

I feel fortunate to live in the Triad, which is home to so many great communities and variety of opportunities to celebrate this season, so there’s no shortage of events if you are looking for your own ideas for seasonal fun. You can create holiday memories and traditions with this month’s numerous shows, plays, story times, gin-gerbread workshops, visits from Santa and much more. This month’s issue is our largest Calendar of Events of the year with more than 240 activities (page 28)! We’ve also compiled an extensive list of parades and tree lightings in this month’s Family Fun column (page 26), so mark your calendars.

If you want to create those special holiday moments closer to home, we also have unique ideas for celebrating with crafts and games. Writer Tania Cowling has several suggestions that will get your kids in the spirit of the season. (14 Crafts and Games for Festive Fun, page 12).

And finally, don’t miss part two of our Holiday Gift Guide (page 14). We collaborated with our sister publications, Charlotte Parent and Carolina Parent, and reviewed top product lists, parent recom-mendations and product samples. We’ve listed our picks for tech toys, books and stocking-stuffer ideas for every age. You are sure to find gifts that the kids will love.

I wish you and your family a very joyous season.

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Holiday FunThe Triad is full of holiday fun in

December! In fact, there is so much happening that we couldn’t fit it all in the December issue — log onto PiedmontParent.com for countless ideas for fun things to do with the kids.

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We’re also giving away several DVDs this month. Enter for your chance to win a copy of “The Croods,” “Kung Fu Panda,” “Strawberry Shortcake,” “Lego Star Wars,” “Monsters vs. Aliens,” or the DreamWorks Holiday Collection, featuring “Shrek the Halls,” “Merry Madagascar” and more!

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You’ll enjoy the winter holidays more if you follow these tips from the U.S. Centers for Dis-

ease Control:• Wash your hands with soap and

clean running water for at least 20 seconds.

• Bundle up to stay dry and warm in cold climates. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing.

• Manage stress. Don’t overcommit yourself, and get enough sleep.

• Don’t drink and drive or let others

drink and drive.• Be smoke-free. Avoid smoking and

secondhand smoke.• Fasten seat belts. Always buckle

yourself and your child, using a child safety seat, booster seat or seat belt according to his or her height, weight and age.

• Get exams, screenings and neces-sary vaccinations before traveling.

• Monitor the children. Keep poten-tially dangerous toys, food, drinks and other objects out of kids’ reach.

• Practice fire safety. Never leave fireplaces, space heaters, stoves or candles unattended.

• Practice food safety by cleaning sur-faces often. Avoid cross-contamina-tion. Cook foods to proper tempera-tures and refrigerate promptly.

• Eat healthy and get moving. Limit your portion sizes and foods high in fat, salt and sugar. Be active and help kids and teens be active for at least an hour each day.

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My third-grader seems to be scared of math. How can I help her avoid math anxiety? Believe it or not, now there is actual bio-logical evidence of the existence of math anxiety.

Research has been done at Stanford University on the brain activity patterns of second- and third-graders who were stressed about math. The result showed their brain patterns while performing math problems were similar to the brain patterns of people with other phobias. The brains of the panicky children had increased activity in the regions associ-

ated with fear and decreased activity in the regions involved in problem-solving.

During the research study, the children with high math anxiety were

less accurate and significantly slower at solving math problems than children with low math anxiety. This is important information, as children with anxiety tend to avoid taking higher level math courses, lessening their opportunity to enter many careers.

Knowing that math anxiety is a real phobia gives hope that it may be as treatable like other phobias. One way to

help children avoid having anxiety about math is to make sure that they have a firm understanding of math processes. As a third-grader, your child is probably involved in multiplication. Make sure that she clearly understands exactly what multiplication does.

You can also help reduce your child’s math anxiety by helping her learn stress-reducing techniques and having her solve easy problems to gain confidence in her abilities. The more comfortable your child becomes with numbers, the less stress she will encounter when dealing with math.

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Join Old Salem Museums & Gardens for its annual celebration of Moravian Christmas traditions Sat-urday, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Salem Christmas is a full day of festivi-ties. The day will conclude at 5:15 p.m. with carol singing and the lighting of the 16-foot traditional Moravian Christmas pyramid on Salem Square.

Activities include historic dem-onstrations, “Herr Kater’s Christmas” puppet show at 3:30 and 4 p.m., period

music, historic games, discussions of 19th-century Christmas decorations, wagon rides, hands-on activities, a Soulful Christmas Concert at St. Philips Heritage Center, and more.

Activities are included with an All-In-One ticket, which is $23 for adults and $11 for children ages 6-16. Friends of Old Salem are admitted free.

Go to oldsalem.org for more information.

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‘Salem Christmas’ to take place Dec. 14

The 25th annual Festival of Lights celebration will be held Friday, Dec. 6 from 6 to 9 p.m. in downtown Greensboro. During the first week of December, designers from New Garden Landscaping and Nursery will construct the Community Tree in Center City Park in preparation for the festival’s annual tree lighting.

The tree is 38 feet tall and will be topped with a 5-foot star. It takes two days to build. Donated to Center City Park by the Joseph M. Bryan Founda-tion in 2008, the Community Tree is a green alternative to a live tree and uses LED lights. Additional decora-tions, including garland, red bows and lights, will be installed in the park in early December along with dozens of red bows and giant snowflakes on the

light poles throughout downtown.“The Community Tree Lighting is

very exciting for the park,” says Peggy Hickle, Center City Park manager. “We enjoy seeing the community come together here during this festive time.”

During the Festival of Lights, Center City Park is the site for a children’s craft center, a bounce house and the distribution of souvenir reindeer antlers. The tree-lighting ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. with a holiday sing-along led by Wally West. At 7:30 p.m. the Community Tree will be lighted, followed by more musical entertainment.

For more information about the Festival of Lights, go to festivaloflightsgso.org.

25th annual Festival of LightsMr. Claus has busy schedule this month! He is

making several appearances around the Triad, and here are a few locations where you can have your photo taken with him.

Four Seasons Town Centre410 Four Seasons Town Centre, Greensboroshopfourseasons.comThrough Dec. 24See website for hours.

Friendly Center3110 Kathleen Ave., Greensborofriendlycenter.comNov. 29-30 and Dec. 1-24See website for hours.

Hanes Mall3320 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salemshophanesmall.comThrough Dec. 24Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. with breaks from 1 to 2 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m.; Sunday noon-6 p.m. with break from 3 to 4 p.m.; and Christmas Eve 10 a.m.-6 p.m. with break from 1 to 2 p.m.

Holly Hill Mall and Business Center 309 Huffman Mill Road, Burlingtonhollyhillmall.comThrough Dec. 24Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday noon- 6 p.m.; and Christmas Eve 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Oak Hollow Mall921 Eastchester Drive, High Pointoakhollowmall.comThrough Dec. 24Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. with breaks from 1 to 2 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m.; and Sunday 1-6 p.m. with a break from 3 to 4 p.m.

Randolph Mallshoprandolphmall.com345 Randolph Mall, AsheboroThrough Dec. 24Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. with breaks from 1 to 2 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m.; Sunday noon-6 p.m. with a break from 3 to 4 p.m.; and Christmas Eve 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with a break from 1 to 2 p.m.

Reynolda Village2201 Reynolda Road, Winston-Salemreynoldavillage.comDec. 14 and Dec. 2111 a.m.-2 p.m.Bring your own camera.

For even more Santa sightings, see our calendar of events on page 28.

Where to find Santa


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“The Design Aglow: Posing Guide for Family Portrait Photogra-phy,” by Lena Hyde (Amphoto Books, #21.99) presents 100 portrait poses for newborns, babies, children, siblings and families. Why should the pros have all the fun? Use this book as a guideline for taking your own beautiful family photos. All ages; hardcover.

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What is that “must-have” toy or game that your kid

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“Fisher-Price Klip-Klop Stable for our ‘almost’ 2-year-old.”

— Megan Key

“[Disney] Doc McStuffins Deluxe Get Better Check-up Center … that, and everything Lalaloopsy.”

— Kara Lynn Mann Hardister “Disney Infinity characters, Transformers, and of course, new PJs!”

— Paige Wyrick

“My son, who is 9, has definitely started transitioning to electronics more than toys. He wants a computer, tablet or a phone [oh gosh!]. However, he still gets very excited about Angry Birds, and that new Angry Birds Go! Jenga game that is coming out has already made its way on his Christmas list.”

— Catalina XI Stewart

Handmade garland

A handmade garland from Ten Thousand Villages in Raleigh, a fair-trade, nonprofit retail organiza-tion, offers a unique, festive touch to your home this holiday season. Choose from 30-plus holiday-themed garlands featuring stars, snowflakes, stockings, angels, bells and more. $8 and up; tenthousandvillages.com/garlands-streamers.

Music apps Cultivate your child’s love of music by download-

ing music-playing apps. Tonara offers interactive sheet music designed for musicians of all levels (free; requires iOS 7.0 or later; compatible with iPad). Piano Dust Buster 2 works with your own piano or presents an on-screen virtual piano for you to play favorite pop or clas-sical songs (free; requires 1OS5 or later; compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch). Both apps are available at itunes.apple.com.

‘An Otis Christmas’ “An Otis Christmas,”

by Loren Long (Philomel Books, $17.99) features Otis the tractor, who plays an important role on the farm where a horse is expecting a foal. When something goes wrong on Christmas Eve, Otis comes to the foal’s rescue. Ages 3-5; hardcover.

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This is a great economical craft that can be tailored for a variety of ages and will help clean out your craft supplies. You can use whatever you have on hand to make these attractive and unique Christmas trees.

1. Choose your trim and pin or glue to bottom of foam tree. Keep wrapping around cone until you get to top. Secure end with additional glue or pin.

2. Decorate wrapped tree with your choice of ornaments using pins or glue.

Your finished trees are now ready to display in your home or be shared with other family members.

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You might love getting greeting cards in the mail from friends and family, but your

holiday cheer will be just as well-received in an inbox rather than

a mailbox. Consider sending e-cards this year. And for the cards you do receive, try turn-ing last year’s cards into this year’s gift tags.

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Gift wrapDon’t expect toddlers and preschoolers to enjoy the annual

ritual of shopping for and giving gifts to others, says parent educator and mom of five Vicki Hoefle, author of “Duct Tape Parenting.” With a still-under-construction sense of empathy, young children simply don’t yet understand the joy of giving because they can’t conceptualize others’ feelings.

Adults can help tots learn to enjoy giving gifts as much as they enjoy receiving them, though. “If young children watch important adults in their lives give gifts with joy, over time they will begin to model this behavior,” says Hoefle. And don’t reprimand a young child who tries to help you open a gift from him. Including the child in the gift-opening experiencing allows him to experience the joy of giving with an important adult in his life. Eventually, he’ll begin to understand the sincere joy of giving a meaningful gift to someone he cares about.

Give and takeAs school-age kids become more aware of and interested in

material possessions, parents can take steps to prevent an avalanche of “I want!” from burying the entire season. When kids start dreaming up their most-wanted gift list, promote a balanced sense of give-and-take by asking them to write down what they plan to give to others, enlisting siblings in secret missions to uncover a brother or sister’s toy wishes, and asking kids to help plan a homemade gift to give to neighbors and teachers.

As school friendships blossom, holiday gifting can stir up hurt feelings. Who hasn’t experienced the embarrassment of a one-sided gift exchange? If a child gives a gift to a friend but doesn’t receive one in return, embrace the teachable moment, says Auria Chamberlain, a Greensboro parenting coach. “Begin with an open dialogue with the child, and acknowledge feelings of being upset. Help your child remember the joy she gets from the friendship, and remind her that a present isn’t given with an expectation of getting one back.”

Giving spiritTeens can and should take responsibility for planning and

buying gifts with their own money, says Hoefle. In fact, doing so is central to becoming mature, thoughtful givers. Paying for the gifts teens give others, micromanaging what they buy or simply writing their name on a present they had no part in picking out undermines their investment — and enjoyment — in the holiday season.

Volunteering with teens is a fun, meaningful way to shift the holiday spotlight off gifts and onto helping others. A teen can helm an “adopt a family” project at home, school or church, or help bake cookies or sort clothes and toys to donate to a local shelter. Teens can plan a day to prepare holiday cards and care packages for overseas soldiers or less-fortunate members of their community, says Chamberlain. “Giving to charity weaves a deeper meaning into the holidays and helps kids appreciate all they’ve been given, whether the gifts are big or small.”

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Parenthood gives the term “generosity” a whole new meaning, especially around the holidays. As parents, we enjoy giving to our children, even when it involves building a three-level dollhouse with a working elevator at 12:47 a.m. on Dec. 25. But our children may not always receive gifts with grace or give with a generous spirit. Here’s an age-by-age guide to raising kids who give from the heart.


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There is much talk about kids being bullied these days. However, my dilemma seems to be from the opposite side. There are times when my daughter seems to be the one doing the bullying. Sometimes she is just not nice to others. I have also noticed several times that she and her girlfriends can be very exclusive. We have always tried to be role models of kindness and respect in our home, but I am suspicious that there are times when she is mean to other girls. What should we do?

All behavior has a reason, and most of those reasons have to do with meet-ing needs. This is true for adults as well as children. When your infant cries (a behavior), it is a need to be fed (a basic need). When your boss takes credit for your idea, it is in order to meet his need for achievement. When a child bullies, it is usually to meet one of his or her basic needs such as safety (being seen as “tougher” than another child and there-fore less vulnerable), acceptance (being a part of the “cool” crowd) or the respect of others (even if it is based in fear). Spreading a rumor about a classmate may ensure that the aggressive girl has more friends. Telling others they cannot play with a certain child forces kids to choose and “proves” the aggressive girl’s superiority.

There is a fine line between help-ing your child and doing for her. Young girls need to learn to handle conflict, whether they are on the giving or receiv-ing end. However, they need parents to teach them. As you mention, modeling is an important component of teaching. Parents who talk badly about others or gossip to one friend behind another’s back may soon see their actions mir-rored in their child’s relationships. Notice how you meet your own needs

for safety (of mind, body and property), power, and acceptance. It is likely that your child will learn these as coping skills as well. This does not mean every mean child has mean parents, or even that most of them do. It simply means that our children pick up our behaviors and sometimes multiply them in their interactions.

Beyond awareness of your actions, communication is key. Children who learn their family’s values in a relaxed and respectful way are likely to shape their behaviors after these values, so it is important to find opportunities to impart your belief system to your chil-dren. This does not mean just religion, but anything you believe strongly. When your child is watching TV, you could sit down with her and discuss the conflicts in the show during commercials. Engage your children at dinner or during free time in discussions of what is going on among their friends. Elicit thoughts about the way people are treated and really listen, then let your child know your thoughts as well.

Confronting mean behavior is a positive thing. For example, if your daughter comes home from school and says she is Jane’s best friend and they

wouldn’t let Sally play with them, let her know that is not OK. Explain in an even tone that Sally was probably sad about that and brainstorm with your daughter ways to be more inclusive. As she grows, continue to talk to her about our soci-ety’s way of treating one another. Rather than lecturing, have regular discussions about how people get power and how they can use it to help or hurt. Try not to be punitive about small things, but always reinforce a kinder way to act. If the bullying gets to be more serious you may need to seek out intervention. Some kids have a harder time develop-ing empathy than others. In this case, counseling may be helpful to explore reasons that a child is not connecting emotionally with others.

In any case, children need to be taught that harming others, physically or emotionally, is not the way to get ahead in life. Under pressure children turn to what they know in order to cope, so do your best to ensure that what they know is kindness.

Regina Alexander is a licensed clini-cal social worker. Please submit your questions to “Is My Kid OK?” by email-ing [email protected].

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There are so many fun things to do with the kids during the holidays. They love art projects, so get out your supplies and be creative. There’s something cool about making great things with materials you have around the house. Sure, you can buy decora-tions, but things you make today will become keepsakes for years to come. Whether you’re celebrating Christ-mas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa, capture the warmth of the season with these family-friendly crafts and games.

It’s the simple thingsChildren learn through play and

experiences they encounter. Make this holiday season a time to incorporate some of these simple ideas with your family traditions.

1. Make paper chains (in your holi-

day colors) as a countdown calen-

dar. Connect enough paper links until

the day of your special event. Then have your kids subtract one link each morning until the special day arrives.

2. Bring out the baby photos and videos. Make this a movie night with popcorn. Kids love to see them-selves, talk about what they remember and hear stories about when they were younger.

3. Bake holiday cookies. If time is an issue, use pre-made refrigerated cookie dough. Bring out the cookie cut-ters and sprinkles and enjoy cooking together.

4. Use crafts you make as gifts. This teaches the gift of giving, and your child will feel special for what he or she has created and shared.

5. Turn off the television and sing holiday songs. Pick your family favor-ites and sing the same ones every year. Add a new one periodically.

6. Visit your local library and check out holiday books. Read together.

7. Let your child participate as you send holiday cards. Have your child add a line or two of writing or make a simple drawing.

8. Make some ornaments. Person-alize some inexpensive glass balls with family members’ names. Write the names in glue and sprinkle on glitter.

9. Make ornaments from nature. Cut holiday shapes from cardboard. Punch a hole at the top to string some gold cord or ribbon when the orna-

ment is finished. With a pencil or marker, divide each shape into sec-tions to create your mosaic. Fill with something that relates to nature like birdseed, sunflower seeds or rice. Place glue into the sections and fill with your materials. Hang ornaments on the tree or around the room.

10. Make sewing cards. Weav-ing yarn into sewing cards is an old

favorite for children. There are several ways to incorporate

sewing cards into your holiday decor: cards from last season, card-board wall decorations or ones you make from poster board. With a

hole punch, make holes along the outline of the

shape. Take a long length of yarn and wrap tape around the

one end to make a hard tip. Insert the yarn into a hole and tape the end of it to the back of the card. Weave in and out of the holes until you complete the card. Secure the other end of the yarn to the back again with tape. This is a great activity to foster skills in hand-eye coordination and dexterity. Encourage your child to hang his or her cards as decorations.

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Games to play

12. Play a Kwanzaa game. To play this game, make a prop box by painting or covering a shoebox with red or green paper. Decorate the sides with symbols of Kwanzaa like fruits and corn from the harvest, the Kinara (candle holder used during this holiday) and a Mkeka (straw mat). Next, paint seven spring-type clothespins (three red, three green and one black). These candles stand for the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa (unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith. During Kwanzaa, these candles are placed in the Kinara. Young children love to place the clothespins on the side of the box

as if they are placing the candles in the candleholder. Help your child develop his finger dexterity as he takes the candles on and off.

13. Hunting for Gelt. Hide and seek is an all-time favorite for kids. This hiding game includes an added sense of holiday excitement when the treasure is Hanuk-kah gelt (a monetary symbol). Before the game you will need several pieces of gelt. Cut circles (3 inches in diameter) from cardboard. Cover these with aluminum foil or gold foil from a craft store. When the kids are out of the room, hide the gelt. After the children return, have them search and find the gelt. When the game is finished, each child can count the gelt he or she found. Who found the most? Reward the gang with a special snack.

14. Holiday gift surprise. This family game is based on the cakewalk concept. To prepare for this game you’ll need

several boxes incremental in size (they should fit inside each other). Fill the smallest box with candy or small toys. Gift wrap this box and place it inside a bigger box. Wrap each box as you keep placing one inside the next.

To play the game, have the children stand in a circle. Make an X with tape on the floor. As you play music, have them walk around the circle with the gift in the center. When the music stops, the child who lands on the X goes to the center and unwraps the first box. Then start the music again and repeat the process. Make sure a different child is chosen each time to unwrap a gift. When you get down to the last box, have this child share the “goodies” inside with the entire family.

Tania Cowling is an author, mother and former teacher. She lives in Plantation, Fla. Visit her website at taniacowling.com.

Find the top tech toys, books, DVDs and music for all ages in part two of our holiday gift guide. The editors at Piedmont Parent and sister publications Carolina Parent and Charlotte Parent collaborated to choose these items from top toy product lists, parent recommendations and product samples.

Bubble Guppies and Team Umizoomi: Into the Snow We Go! Nickelodeon’s Bubble Guppies take to the snow with their first-ever seasonal DVD release, which includes three episodes (two with

special guests Team Umizoomi). $14.99; amazon.com; ages 3-5.

Rockabye Baby Lullaby Renditions of Michael Jackson. Lull the wee one to sleep with soft renditions of “Thriller,” “Beat It” and “Smooth Crimi-nal” by Michael Jackson, You’ll also find lullabies from artists such as the White Stripes and Bob Marley. $16.98. rockabyebabymusic.com.

My Cup of Tea. Musician and actress Heidi Swedberg and the Sukey Jump Band’s new album presents joyful music that will have little ones up dancing, singing and playing along. Tunes swing from classics like “Coming Around the Mountain” to Latin lullaby “Duermeté.” $15; sukeyjumpmusic.com; ages 2 and older.

i-Mat: My Animal World. Kids can roll, play and learn on this interac-tive foam mat featuring a full-color illustration of animals from around. A simple point with the Voice Pen on the animal word cloud produces an ani-mal sound, a word, music or a foreign language translation. $79.99 for Voice Pen and i-Mat; creativebabyinc.com; ages 1 and older.

Art Tablet. Turn your iPad into an easel for tots with this protective holder, art set and downloadable iOS app combo, which comes with interactive stamps, animation, music, special effects, a stylus pencil, a crayon and a paintbrush. $39.99; museumtour.com; ages 3 and older.

Laugh & Learn Apptivity Creation Center. Snap this sturdy case onto your iPad to create a learning center for baby that features four smart shape stamps that interact with two free downloadable apps. Snap on the play panel to use without the iPad for more hands-on play and learning. $40; fisher-price.com; ages 12-24 months.

School Zone Little Scholar Tablet. This newly released tablet includes four episodes of a new original children’s video series, “Charlie and Company,” as well as 45 educational apps based on core early-learning concepts and skills, 87 upbeat children’s songs and 45 learn-to-read e-books. $199. school-zone.com/little-scholar; ages 3 and older.

Electronics, DVDs and CDS

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nabi Jr. Nick Jr. Tablet. Play, read and watch with favorite Nick Jr. characters. The tablet features 16 GB storage, a 5-inch, high-resolu-tion, capacitive touch screen, and a rotating front and back camera. $139.99; nabitablet.com; ages 4 and older.

Wild Walls Shark Encounter. Cre-ate a light and sound experience on your child’s wall. Use the peel ’n’ stick decals to design a Shark Encounter underwater scene. Water wave light effects will gently fade in and out, illuminating the wall to mimic an underwater expe-rience, complete with undersea animal sounds. $29.99; unclemil-ton.com; ages 5 and older.

Disney Infinity Starter Pack. Create stories and play experiences using this new game platform starring characters from The Walt Disney Company and Pixar Anima-tion Studios. Experience original adventures or build your own world. Playable on a variety of con-soles. $59.99-$74.99; disney.com/infinity; currently unrated.

Crayola DigiTools Paint Pack. This set of iPad painting accessories makes it possible to create virtual spray-art effects with a digital air-brush, animate images with a digi-tal stamper and roll down patterns with a digital paint roller. $39.99; crayola.com; ages 3 and older.

Solar Rover. Put together unique solar-motorized modules powered completely by the sun to learn how sunlight is converted into energy. Just add a soda can to make it work. $19.99; museumtour.com; ages 8 and older.

Turtle Beach Ear Force X12 Gaming Headset. Enhance your child’s gaming experience with this headset that features ampli-fied audio, bass boost, micro-phone monitoring and inde-pendent chat volume control. USB-powered and compatible with Xbox 360. $59.95; turtlebeach.com; all ages.

Algoriddim’s djay for iPad app. If your tween or teen already has an iPad, Algoriddim’s djay app integrates your child’s music library into a full-featured DJ system through which he can perform live, record mixes on-the-go or enable the Automix mode. $9.99; algoriddim.com/djay-ipad; all ages.

3-D Mirascope. Create a holo-gram by placing an object inside and watching as mirrored optics project an image into a 3-D float-ing position on top. $6.99; shop.toysmith.com; ages 8 and older.

Soul Combat+ Ultimate Active Performance Over-Ear Head-phones. Active tweens and teens can enjoy high-quality audio sound wearing Soul’s antibacte-rial, breathable and wide-grip headband; Comply premium ear pads with body heat activation (removable for easy cleaning); and sweat-resistant speaker drivers. Available in blue, black and yellow. $199; soulelectronics.com; all ages.


“Angelina Ballerina’s Nutcracker Sweet” by Katharine Holabird. Angelina and her friend, Marco, are performing the “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” for the school’s holiday showcase. Readers can bring Angelina’s dance to life with perf-out paper dolls and a stage illustrated on the inside of the book’s cover. $9.99; amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com; ages 5-8.

“Baby Santa” by M. Maitland DeLand. Santa and the elves forgot to put nametags on the presents! Luckily, Santa’s helpful son is around, and uses his special gift to save the day. Greenleaf Book Group Press, $14.95; amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com; ages 3-5.

“It Can’t be True!” by the editors at Discovery Kids. How big is the biggest cave? Is the largest insect really 10 inches across? This book answers these questions and more. $19.99; kids.discovery.com/shop/books; ages 7 and older.

“The World Almanac For Kids 2014” (edited by Sarah Janssen). Filled with fun, fascinating facts and essential homework help on a wide range of subjects, this full-color, updated almanac features new content, quizzes, experi-ments, puzzles, games, activities, jokes, maps, websites and more. $13.99; worldalmanac.com; ages 9-12.

“Olivia Helps With Christmas” by Ian Falconer. Christmas is coming, and Olivia is busy. She has to wait for Santa, make sure Dad sets up the tree, watch Mom make the Christmas

dinner, oversee the care with which the stockings are hung and, of course, open her presents! $7.99; simonandschuster.com; ages 3-8.

“Peace on Earth: A Christmas Collection” by Mary Engelbreit. Featuring lively illustrations, this book is filled with traditional Christmas songs, poetry and the author’s favorite childhood traditions. $17.99; zondervan.com; Ages 4 and older.

“The Christmas Cats Chase Christmas Rats” by Constance Cocoran Wilson. A Seuss-ical tale in which the Christmas Cats learn to view rats as individuals. The story builds upon the idea of keeping an open mind and appreciating each other’s differences. $14.95; amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com; ages 3-10.

“Time for Kids Top 5 of Everything: Tallest, Tastiest, Fastest” by the editors of Time for Kids magazine. Ever wonder what the top five longest running Broadway shows are, or the top five greatest books for kids? You name it, there’s a top five for it in this book. $11.99; timeforkids.com/store/books; ages 8 and older.

“Carla Kelly’s Christmas Collection” by Carla Kelly. Enjoy four heart-warming Christmas stories that take place in Regency London: The Christmas Ornament, Make a Joyful Noise, An Object of Charity and The Three Kings. $8.88; cedarfort.com; ages 15 and older.

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Chill Baby Volume Pacifier. Part of Fred’s Chill Baby Pacifier collection, this pacifier comes with a volume- control dial to soothe baby when she needs it. $9.99; fredandfriends.com or amazon.com; 0-6 months.

Firefly Ready Go Light Up Timer Toothbrush. This toothbrush mimics a traffic light, flashing green for 30 seconds, then yellow for another 30 seconds before flashing to red for stop. This encourages the dentist-recommended 60 seconds per row of teeth. Choose from Barbie, Spider Man and Angry Birds. $3.99; fireflytoothbrush.com; ages 3 and older.

FingerPrint Bookmark. In the middle of a good chapter? Snap a Fred & Friends FingerPrint pointing bookmark around your open book and point it to the last word you read so you can quickly pick up where you left off later. $9.99 for a set of three via Amazon; fredandfriends.com; all ages.

Matching Girl and Doll Woven Headband Set. Perfect for the girl who loves to match her doll. The large headband fits girls, from tod-dlers to adults, and the doll headband fits most 18-inch dolls. Custom order colors and patterns. $12; etsy.com/shop/katiebugbows; ages 10 and older.

Poppy Drops Earring Starter Set. Say goodbye to piercings with these tattoo earrings. Starter kit comes with three collections and one applicator. All earrings are made with food-grade vegetable dyes, are waterproof and are safe for use by children. Remove them with baby oil or rubbing alcohol. $21.95; poppydrops.com; all ages.

StyleWire Laces. Light up the night with illuminating, battery- powered shoe laces, which come 28 inches long (but can be cut) and are made to withstand normal daily use. Battery life is 70-80 hours. Choose from blue, green, fuchsia or rainbow. $14.95; museumtour.com/product/7512/stylewire-laces; all ages.

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By Kathleen M. Reilly

When my parents retired, they jettisoned most of their “stuff” and reduced the size of their house-hold so they could be footloose and worry-free. I completely understood, but when gift-giving seasons rolled around, I was stumped. My family wanted my parents involved in the fun of opening gifts, but we also wanted to honor their “Don’t get us anything … really!” request. Enter “gifts that give to others.”

Donating to or volunteering for an organization on a gift recipi-ent’s behalf can be a winning — and rewarding — solution. Not only are you limiting the amount of material bulk in someone’s life, you’re also doing something good beyond your inner circle — and you’re showing your child how to do it, too, so he can pay it forward in the future (when you’re the one cutting back on posses-sions). In fact, a new report from the Women’s Philanthropy Institute found that children whose parents discuss charity with them are 20 percent more like to give to charities themselves.

But how can kids get on board when those donations are often intan-gible? That first year, when we bought a goat from Heifer International for my parents, we accompanied the gift with a small stuffed goat. I didn’t see it around after that, so I suspect it found its way to the donation center by Feb-ruary. The next year, we skipped the plush toy and instead went as a family to the petting farm.

As the holidays approach and you begin making your gift list, consider these ways your family can give from the heart.

Give what matters mostThink about what’s important

to the recipient, then brainstorm. In lieu of her son’s birthday party gifts, Charlyn Spiering of Raleigh suggested friends and family make donations to the orphanage in India where they adopted their son. Michi Vojta, another Raleigh mom, gave to the Coastal Land Trust as a wedding gift for friends in Wilmington.

Getting started: Consider hob-bies, interests or anything the recipient holds special, then search for appropri-ate organizations. Examples include local or well-known hospitals such as

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org), political fundraisers and public libraries.

What kids can do: Draw or make a certificate to show the recipient the details of his or her gift. Older children can help raise money, locate organiza-tions, or even offer a cut of their own allowance or earnings to put toward the gift.

Adopt in someone’s nameWho can say “no” to the adoption

of an adorable polar bear cub in their name, or the honor of a star in space being named after them? Some organi-zations allow you to adopt a creature, name or object on a recipient’s behalf. The donation goes toward research and/or helps fund the organization, and the recipient gains a unique con-nection.

Getting started: Adopt a star (whitedwarf.org/palebluedot) or mana-tee (savethemanatee.org), or sponsor land or an animal (nwf.org).

What kids can do: Draw or make an adoption certificate to accompany the “official” documentation, write a story about the “adoptee,” create a map showing the link between the recipi-ent and adoptee, or consider hosting a celebration meal with the recipient and ask the kids to help. You could make Asian food to celebrate a panda’s adop-tion, for example.

Volunteer your timeDon’t limit yourself to monetary

donations. Share your time on your recipient’s behalf by volunteering for a meaningful organization that honors him or her. Is she outdoorsy? Does he have a special place in his heart for seniors?

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Getting started: Check out a list of volunteer opportunities (volunteernc.org or volunteermatch.org).

What kids can do: While volunteer opportunities are often limited to older kids, sometimes younger chil-dren can pitch in. Contact organizers to find out.

Think globallyConsider reaching across the globe in your recipi-

ent’s name. There are plenty of international organi-zations you can donate to — maybe even one with a connection to your recipient’s heritage or interests.

Getting started: Try Heifer International (heifer.org), World Vision (worldvision.org), Samaritan’s Purse (samaritanspurse.org) or Doctors Without Borders (doctorswithoutborders.org/msf.org).

What kids can do: Kids can help research and choose the organization you want to shop with or donate to, then choose gifts out of the organization’s catalog to give in the recipient’s name (goats, chickens or blankets, for example). Consider setting up a budget for your kids to work with, then divide the number of relatives they each get to shop for. It’s a charity and math lesson all in one!

Have — and give — faithTo celebrate renewal (like birth, bar/bat mitzvahs

and weddings), Vojta gives to the Jewish National Fund (jnf.org), which is dedicated to planting trees in Israel. Finding a faith-based gift is especially welcome during the holidays.

Getting started: Inquire at your local place of wor-ship or check out some of the religiously founded global organizations mentioned in the above “Think Globally” section.

What kids can do: Again, allow kids to choose gifts from the organization’s catalog to give in a loved one’s name. Have a family conversation about values you’d like to share in the form of a gift to others, then discuss how your family can continue doing good in the world.

Go SoloIf you can’t pinpoint an organization that is perfect

for your recipient, don’t worry. Be creative! Purchase seedlings to plant in your recipient’s honor, donate a portion of your garden’s harvest or visit local seniors in a retirement home regularly. Let your recipients know what you’re doing. Perhaps they can join you, bringing the gift-giving full circle.

Kathleen M. Reilly is a freelance writer and mom in the Triangle.


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High Point Christian Academy800 Phillips Ave., High Point

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High Point Friends School800-A Quaker Lane, High Point

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Jefferson Day School501 W. Fifth St., Winston-Salem

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New Garden Friends School1128 New Garden Road, Greensboro

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Noble Academy3310 Horse Pen Creek Road, Greensboro

282-7044

Our Lady of Grace2205 W. Market St., Greensboro

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Our Lady of Mercy1730 Link Road, Winston-Salem

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St. John’s Lutheran2415 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem

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At New Garden Friends School, a strong

academic program is paired with the Quaker

belief that each of us carries the Light of God

within us. Our students engage with their

classmates and teachers in a cooperative,

rather than a competitive, search for

knowledge. In an age where civil discourse

is sorely needed, our families value the

opportunities we create for our students

to learn how to have their voices be heard

while still listening deeply to others.

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For over 60 years, Our Lady of Grace

School (OLG) has provided Triad students

with an academically-challenging education

in a faith-based environment. Today, OLG

serves students in pre-kindergarten through

8th grade. OLG offers half-day and full-day

pre-k options that emphasize hands-on

learning and use field trips to enhance

the curriculum. Grade-level and advanced

classes starting in kindergarten allow all

students to excel and small class sizes

ensure that teachers can personalize

learning. Weekly instruction in Spanish,

religion, technology, art, physical education

and music enhances the core curriculum.

OLG seeks to develop a living faith in students

by emphasizing community service. A weekly

school Mass is also celebrated with students.

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provide enrichment outside of the classroom.

Students of all faiths are welcome!

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Summit School, founded

in 1933, is the Triad’s first

independent day school and

the only local independent

school deeply rooted in the

progressive tradition. We

serve children from Junior

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Summit provides a challenging

curriculum within a caring

environment to help students

develop their full potential.

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students to develop curious

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The Piedmont School provides a wonderful

K-8 environment where we strive daily to

be the educational oasis that quenches the

thirst of students who learn differently. It is

our contention that all students can learn,

but some just learn differently. Many of our

students come to us not understanding their

own learning styles and a large part of what

we do involves helping them step into a

world of learning that may have not been

available to them before.

The school’s philosophy revolves around

teaching content while at the same time

teaching strategies to help students

overcome their learning differences. Low

teacher/student ratios, emphasis on strategic

learning, an unparalleled faculty, and the building

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The Piedmont School the desired destination

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’Tis the season for tree lightings and parades in the Triad and sur-rounding communities. The kids will love spreading holiday cheer at one of these upcoming events, so mark your calendars for festive fun.

Dec. 1Jamestown Christmas Parade

and Tree Lighting | 3 p.m. The tree lighting will follow

the parade at 5:30 p.m. at the Jamestown Public Library, 200 W. Main St.jamestown-nc.us

Dec. 2Lexington Christmas Parade |

6 p.m. Main Street, Historic Uptown Lexingtonvisitlexingtonnc.com

Dec. 5Rural Hall Christmas Tree

Lighting | 6 p.m. Town Hallruralhall.govoffice.com

Dec. 6City of King Christmas Tree

Lighting Ceremony | 7 p.m.King Central Park, 302 Kirby Road

The West Stokes High School Band will begin playing Christmas music at 6:30 p.m. Santa will also be in the Spainhour Cabin to visit with children. Please bring your own camera.ci.king.nc.us

Greensboro Community Tree

Lighting | 5:45-9 p.m.Center City Park at North Elm & Friendly Avenue in Greensboro

Sing-alongs, holiday crafts and more.festivaloflightsgso.org/ treelighting

Lewisville Christmas Tree

Lighting | 7 p.m.Shallowford Square

Music, refreshments and a visit by Santalewisvillenc.net

Mebane Christmas Parade |

7 p.m. Downtown Mebanecityofmebane.com/events

Dec. 743rd Annual Pilot Mountain Christmas Parade | 4 p.m.

Parade participants will line-up at East Surry High School, 801 W. Main St.pilotmtnrescue.org

53rd Annual Graham Christmas

Parade | 10 a.m.cityofgraham.com

Greensboro Jaycees Holiday

Parade | NoonBegins at Greene and Lindsay

streets and continues down Greene Street to East Market turning left and heading down to Market Street, turning left on Church Street, and then ending at Church and Lindsay streets in downtown Greensboro.gsoholidayparade.com

Kernersville Christmas Tree

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King Christmas Parade | 2 p.m. Main Street ci.king.nc.us

Winston-Salem Jaycees

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Partnership’s Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will immediately follow the parade.wsparade.org

Dec. 8Elkin-Jonesville Christmas

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Kernersville Christmas Parade |

2:30 p.m. Parade begins at Hwy 66 and

East Mountain St.kernersvillenc.com

Lewisville Christmas Parade |

3 p.m. Shallowford Road and Lewisville Vienna Road and to Oaks Shopping Center. lewisvillecivicclub.com/ ChristmasParade.aspx

Town of Rural Hall Christmas

Parade | 2:30 p.m. Broad St. Rural Hallruralhall.govoffice.com

Dec. 14Walnut Cove Parade | 2 p.m.Main St.townofwalnutcove.org

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DEC. 1-13Decorate SciWorks Holiday Tree. Make your

own ornament and help decorate the holiday tree. Crafts table will be open 11 a.m.-2 p.m. daily (except Mondays) until the tree is full. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

DEC. 1-13Life After Death: The Day of the Dead in

Mexico. Explore this Mexican tradition with displays of history and culture in English and Spanish. Free. Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University, Wingate Road, W-S. 758-5282. moa.wfu.edu.

DEC. 1-14Nano Mini-exhibit at SciWorks. Learn the

basics of nanoscience through real-world applications, and explore the societal and ethical implications of this relatively new technology in this bilingual interactive exhibit. Free with paid museum admission. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

DEC. 1-22“Snow Queen.” When a young boy disappears on

a winter’s day in the heart of Appalachia, his best friend sets out to bring him home. So begins a journey through snow and ice, leaving the everyday world behind, as a magical wintertime path leads deeper into a frozen kingdom. Inspired by the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale. $26-$48. See website for dates and

times. Pyrle Theater, 232 S. Elm. St., GSO. 272-0160. triadstage.org.

DEC. 1-31Christmas at Korner’s Folly. All 22 rooms of

Korner’s Folly beautifully decorated in traditional Victorian Christmas decor. Adults, $10; children (6-18), $6; 5 and under, free. Thursday 10 a.m.-4 p m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 1-5 p.m. Visitors should arrive one hour before closing. Korner’s Folly, 413 S. Main St., Kernersville. 996-7922. kornersfolly.org.

Creating: Quilts and Crafts of the Lakota. Twenty eye-dazzling quilts and 32 items of apparel and dance regalia made in traditional style by 20th-century Lakota artisans are on display in this exhibit. Free. Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University, Wingate Road, W-S. 758-5282. moa.wfu.edu.

Pilot Mountain Christmas. Four acres of lights. Park and walk through a magical wonderland. All ages. Free. 6-10 p.m. Pilot Mountain Christmas Extravaganza, 4236 NC Highway 268 East, Pilot Mountain. 351-2487. pilotmountainchristmas.com.

Take Flight Exhibit. Enjoy a creative exploration of flight with Paper Airplane Launchers, the Hoverport, the Rocket Launcher and other flight experiences. Free with paid museum admission. Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

Tanglewood Festival of Lights. Holiday light

display through the beautiful Tanglewood Park. $10-$90. 6-11 p.m. Tanglewood Park, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons. 703-6400. forsyth.cc/Parks.

WFMY News 2 Piedmont Winterfest. Outdoor ice skating and Christmas tree lot in downtown Greensboro. $10 (includes skate & saucer rental for two hours). Monday-Thursday 4-9 p.m., Friday 4-10 p.m., Saturday and school holidays 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday noon-7 p.m. Festival Park, 200 N. Davie Street, GSO. 207-5216. piedmontwinterfest.com.

DEC. 1, 8, 14-15, 21-22Breakfast With Santa at Graylyn Estate.

Bring the family to the Graylyn Estate for a delicious buffet breakfast and a visit with Old St. Nick. Don’t forget your cameras for your sure to catch a smile while your little one sits on Santa’s lap. $9.95-$19.95. Advanced registration required. Graylyn, 1900 Reynola Road, W-S. 758-2600. [email protected].

DEC. 4, 6, 11, 13-14, 18, 20Puppet Show: Herr Kater’s Christmas. Join

Herr Kater as he takes you on a tour of Salem to learn Moravian Christmas traditions. Included with an All-in-One ticket or $2 per person. See website for show times. Frank L. Horton Museum Center, 600 S. Main St., W-S. oldsalem.org.

DEC. 5-7, 12-14Candle Tea. Sing carols and enjoy traditional

Christmas events. All ages. Adults, $5; children 12 and under, $1. 1-8:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays,


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11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Old Salem Museums & Gardens, 600 S. Main St., W-S. 721-7300. oldsalem.org.

DEC. 5-8Disney on Ice: Let’s Celebrate. Enjoy a winter

wonderland with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, a Halloween haunt with the Disney Villains, a Hawaiian luau with Lilo and Stitch, a Royal Ball with the Disney Princesses, a Very Merry Unbirthday Party, and more in one action-packed and positively unforgettable celebration. $15 and up. Thursday 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Lee St., GSO. 373-7474. greensborocoliseum.com.

DEC. 6-7, 13, 19-21Christmas by Candlelight 19th Century Tours. Take

a guided candlelight tour through the Historic District where customs and traditions of a 19th-century Salem Christmas are brought to life. 6:30, 7, 7:30 and 8 p.m. Old Salem Museums & Gardens, 600 S. Main St., W-S. 800-441-5305. oldsalem.org.

DEC. 6-8, 13-15“Shrek the Musical.” Full of all-new songs, great dancing

and breathtaking scenery, this musical is part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun for everyone. $10 and up. Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 2 and 7 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. Community Theatre of Greensboro, 520 S. Elm St., GSO. 333-7470. ctgso.org.

DEC. 6-7, 12-15“It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play.” Based on

a classic movie from 1946, retold as a live radio play production. On Christmas Eve, a man at his breaking point encounters a guardian angel who shows him what life would have been like if he had never been born. $4-$8. All shows are 8 p.m. except Sunday, Dec. 15 when it’s 3 p.m. Main Street Baptist Church, 126 N. Main St., Kernersville. kltheatre.com.

DEC. 6-21Deck the Halls at Sawtooth. More than 80 local

and regional artists and craftsmen will feature their work at Sawtooth School’s annual fundraiser, just in time for holiday shopping. Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sawtooth School for Visual Arts, Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts, 251 N. Spruce St., W-S. 723-7395. sawtooth.org.

DEC. 7-8, 14-15, 21-22Santa Train. Boarding at the Barber Junction Visitor’s

Center, kids and their parents can enjoy a daytime train ride to the Roundhouse with Santa and his elves. Saint Nick and his helpers will hand out candy canes and oranges — a Southern RR tradition. Later, stepping off the train at the Master Mechanic’s Office, families

can stop by the Gift Shop, or the Wagons, Wheels & Wings exhibit area to make a craft to take home. $10-$14. See website for train ride times. North Carolina Transportation Museum, 411 S. Salisbury Ave., Spencer. nctrans.org.

DEC. 7-8, DEC. 13-15“The Nutcracker.” Presented by the Greensboro Ballet.

Enjoy tea with Clara, before the show Sunday, Dec. 8 and Saturday, Dec. 14 (tickets: $20). Please note that the symphony will not be performing at the Dec. 15 show. At this show, we will be collecting nonperishable food items for Greensboro Urban Ministry. $15-$45 plus $2.50 theater restoration fee. Discounts given for seniors, students, children and military. Fridays 8 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., GSO. 333-2605. carolinatheatre.com.

DEC. 10-22“A Christmas Carol.” Triad Stage brings the Dickens’

classic story to life. $7-$20.50. See website for dates and times. Hanesbrands Theatre, 209 N. Spruce St., W-S. triadstage.org.

DEC. 13-15, 19-22“The Nutcracker.” The North Carolina School of the Arts

performs a holiday classic. $20-$75. See website for showtimes. Stevens Center, 405 W. Fourth St., W-S. 721-1942. uncsa.edu.

DEC. 13-15“White Christmas.” Presented by Bishop McGuinness

Catholic High School. Based on the timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features 17 Irving Berlin songs. $5-$15. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. on Sunday. High Point Theatre, 220 E. Commerce Ave., HP. highpointtheatre.com.

DEC. 20-22“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” The Children’s

Theatre of Winston-Salem presents this classic tale where the Herdmans help teach us all the true meaning of Christmas. All ages. Adults, $10; ages 2-12, $5. 7 p.m. Friday; 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Arts Council Theater, 610 Coliseum Drive, W-S. 748-0857 ext. 203. childrenstheatrews.org.

1 SUNDAY30th Annual Holiday Open House. Enjoy a day of

re-enactments, music, demonstrations, refreshments and hands-on activities. Free. 1-4 p.m. High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. 885-1859. highpointmuseum.org.

Blacksmithing Demonstration in the Historical

Park. Watch a blacksmith craft various iron pieces. Free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. 885-1859. highpointmuseum.org.

Carolina Christmas Spectacular! Enjoy the Winston-Salem Symphony with carols, classical favorites, sing-alongs, aerial acrobatics from Cirque de la Symphonie and visit from Santa. $25-$65. Saturday 2 and 7 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. Reynolds Auditorium, 201 N. Hawthorne Road. W-S. wssymphony.org.

Family First Workshop: Handmade Holidays. Make one-of-a-kind holiday cards for friends and family. $10, $8 for members. 2 p.m. Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road, W-S. 888-663-1149. reynoldahouse.org.

Jamestown Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting. 3 p.m. Tree lighting will follow the parade at 5:30 p.m. at the Jamestown Public Library, 200 W. Main St. jamestown-nc.us.

Kids ’N’ Klaus. Immediately follows Jamestown parade. Visit Santa, stories with Mrs. Klaus, crafts, music and more. Jamestown Public Library, 200 W. Main St. jamestownpubliclibrary.com.

Wiggly Worms. Visit our worms. Explore their habitat, feel their skin, watch them squirm and even read them a story. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

2 MONDAYBusy Bees. For GCM members only. Dance, sing, create,

explore and discover the world in which we live. Designed for preschoolers. 10-11 a.m. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Chanukah Live 2013! Billy Jonas Concert & Grand Menorah Lighting, holiday crafts, games, food and more. 5 p.m. Center City Park, 200 N. Elm St., GSO. centercitypark.org.

Family Storytime at Central Library. Things That Go! 6:15 p.m. Free. 219 N. Church St., GSO.

Homes & Houses Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Free. Benjamin Branch, 1530 Benjamin Parkway, GSO.

Kids’ Craft Event at Hemphill Library. Gift-making workshop. Free. 6:30 p.m. 2301 W.Vandalia Road, GSO.

Lexington Christmas Parade. 6 p.m. Main Street, Historic Uptown Parade. visitlexingtonnc.com.

Poetry Project. The Poetry Project is for teens 12-18 who have a love for words and expression. Join the fun by sharing your talents and making new friends. Free. 5:30-7 p.m. McGirt-Horton Library, 2501 Phillips Ave., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

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of dramatic skits and workshops. Teens perform original and scripted works including plays, musicals, and videos. Ages 13-19. Free. 7-8:45 p.m. Thataways Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington. 570-6516. burlingtonNC.gov/teen2teen.

The Ugly Sweater Tour. Storytellers Kim Weitcamp, Bil Lepp and Andy Offutt Irwin present new stories and songs that jingle and blink and are as precise and finely tuned as Handel’s harpsichord. Each member of the trio brings a distinctive style to the stage while entertaining audiences of all ages. $20. Call 373-3617 for ticket information. Greensboro Historical Museum, 130 Summit Ave., GSO.

3 TUESDAYChristmas By Lamplight. Experience the warmth

of a rural turn-of-the-century Christmas. Music and food of the era will be featured. 5-9:30 p.m. Advanced reservations required. $6-$15. Ages 5 and under, free. 325-2298. nchistoricsites.org/horne.

Homework Helpers. Help students with homework. Volunteers needed. Kindergarten-eighth grade. Free. 3-4:30 p.m. Washington Terrace Park and Community Center, 101 Gordon St., HP. 883-8599.

Gingerbread Man Puppet Show. Join us for a fast and furious romp through the countryside with the Gingerbread Man. Make your own Gingerbread Man puppet and put your letter to Santa in our North Pole mailbox. Letters to Santa must be “mailed” no later than Dec. 4. This is a family night program for all ages. Free. Glenwood Branch Library, 1901 W. Florida St., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Metabolic Effect for Moms. Intense, 30-minute metabolic workouts. Bring your kids to get some energy out on the playground while you exercise. $10 per class; attend multiple classes per week for discounts. 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. Lewisville Square, Lewisville. projectmomsanity.com.

Monkey Hooper Fitness. Learn the fitness should be fun with dancing, games, parachute play and obstacle courses. Free with admission or membership. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Swingle Bells. Put a little swing in your Christmas with this Jazzy concert. “Swingle Bells — A Jazzy Christmas” featuring Martha Bassett, vocalist and friends. $5-$18. 3 and 7:30 p.m. James A. Gray Jr. Auditorium, Old Salem Visitor Center, 900 Old Salem Road. 721-7300. oldsalem.org.

Trees Galore Are Here for You. Stories, felt board activities, songs and more for ages 1-5. Free. 10-11 a.m. McGirt-Horton Library, 2501 Phillips Ave., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

4 WEDNESDAYHanukkah Lights. Come listen to some Hanukkah stories,

enjoy a special treat and make a fun craft. This program is for school-aged children. Free. 4-5 p.m. Kathleen Clay Edwards Library, 1420 Price Park Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Hindi Stortytime. Explore Indian culture through an interactive, bilingual storytime in Hindi and English. Free with admission or membership. 10:30 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Kids’ Art Event: Duct Tape Wallets. Use many colors of duct tape to create a wallet for yourself or as a gift. Children ages 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Free. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Hemphill Branch Library, 2301 W. Vandalia Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Kidz’ Krew Movie: “The Smurfs.” Rated PG. Free. 3:30-5:15 p.m. Vance H. Chavis Branch Library, 900 S. Benbow Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Poetry Project. See Dec. 2 listing.

Pregnancy Yoga. A one-hour class incorporating gentle and relaxing yoga postures suitable for any fitness level or stage of pregnancy. $12 for a single rate, can also purchase monthly passes at reduced rates. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Forsyth Medical Center: Maya Angelou Center Community Room 2 (first floor), 3333 Silas Creek Parkway, W-S. 414-5942. forsythmedicalcenter.org.

Sing & Play: Kindermusik. Classes designed for young children and caregiver use music activities to develop music, movement, social, language and cognitive skills. 4 months-20 months. Registration required. $45. 11-11:45 a.m. The Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St., GSO. 373-2547. city-arts.org.

5 THURSDAYAnimal Show and Tell. Meet some animals up close.

Some possible visitors include turtles, snakes, insects and more. Learn about these animals and others living around Bur-Mil Park and your own backyard. For ages 3-7. $4. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Bur-Mil Park, 5834 Bur-Mil Club Road, GSO. burmil.guilfordparks.com.

Autism Awareness Night. Join the North Carolina Autism Society of Forsyth County to learn more about local autism resources. Families can also enjoy refreshments, play in the museum and meet the Wake Forest Demon Deacon. One individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder and one parent/guardian admitted free; additional family members $5 per person, $10 maximum per family. 6-8 p.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. autismsocietyfc.org.

Candlelight Tours of the Reynolda House Museum of American Art. Share the beauty of the holiday

season on a guided candlelight tour. All ages. $18, $12 for members. 4:30-7 p.m. Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road, W-S. 758-5524. reynoldahouse.org.

Christmas By Lamplight. See Dec. 3 listing.

Handel’s “Messiah.” Presented by the Greensboro Oratorio Society. Free. 7 p.m. War Memorial Auditorium, 1921 W. Lee St., Greensboro. 373-7474. greensborocoliseum.com.

Hanukkah Fun at Benjamin Branch. Make your own dreidel, learn to play the game and win treats as we celebrate the last day of Hanukkah. Free. 3:30-4:15 p.m. Benjamin Branch Library, 1530 Benjamin Parkway, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Holiday Crafts for the Family. Join us in learning how to make your own holiday crafts from everyday objects around the house. We will create something fun you can take home to decorate. All ages. Registration requested, call 703-2970 for more information. Rural Hall Library, 7125 Broad St. forsyth.cc/library/RuralHall.

Kapla Block Building. Create an awesome structure with these unique wooden blocks. Free. Thursday 3:30-5:30 p.m. Hemphill Branch Greensboro Public Library, 2301 W. Vandalia Road, Greensboro. 373-2925. greensborolibrary.org.

Metabolic Effect for Moms. See Dec. 3 listing.

Mocha Moms. Support group for mothers of color who have chosen not to work full time outside the home. Free. 9:30 a.m. Georgia E. Taylor Recreation Center, 471 W. Clemmonsville Road, W-S. 650-7695. mochamoms-winston.tripod.com.

Mommy and Baby Yoga. Class helps new mothers regain flexibility, strength and confidence. Babies are incorporated into the yoga poses, and each class ends with a massage. $12 for a single rate, can also purchase monthly passes at reduced rates. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Forsyth Medical Center: Maya Angelou Center Community Room 2 (first floor), 3333 Silas Creek Parkway, W-S. 414-5942. forsythmedicalcenter.org.

Rural Hall Christmas Tree Lighting. 6 p.m. Town Hall, 423 Bethania-Rural Hall Road. ruralhall.govoffice.com.

Sing & Play: Kindermusik. See Dec. 4 listing.

Storytime with the Children’s Theatre of Winston-Salem. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

6 FRIDAY25th Annual Festival of Lights. Free. 6-9 p.m.

Downtown Greensboro. festivaloflights.org.

Candlelight Tours of the Reynolda House Museum of American Art. See Dec. 5 listing.


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City of King Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. The West Stokes High School Band will begin playing Christmas music at 6:30 p.m. Tree lighting at 7 p.m. Santa will also be in the Spainhour Cabin to visit with children. Please bring your own camera. King Central Park, 302 Kirby Road, ci.king.nc.us.

Follow The Star. Christ United Methodist Church presents a dramatic musical setting of events leading up to and including the birth of Jesus. Friday 6-8 p.m.; Saturday 5:30-8 p.m. Free. Christ United Methodist Church, 410 N. Holden Road, GSO. 299-1571. christgreensboro.org.

Greensboro Community Tree Lighting. Sing- alongs, holiday crafts and more. 5:45-9 p.m. Center City Park at North Elm & Friendly Avenue, GSO. festivaloflightsgso.org/treelighting.

Lewisville Christmas Tree Lighting. Music, refreshments and a visit by Santa. 7 p.m. Shallowford Square. lewisvillenc.net

Masterpiece Friday. Storytime and art project. 11 a.m.-noon. For ages 2-5. General admission fees apply. Greenhill: A Space for NC Art, 200 N. Davie St., GSO. greenhillnc.org.

Mebane Christmas Parade. 7 p.m. Downtown Mebane. cityofmebane.com/events.

Robotics Workshop. Students ages 9-13 will learn how to build and program robots. Registration is required by calling the branch at 373-5810. Free. 4:45-5:45 p.m. McGirt-Horton Library, 2501 Phillips Ave., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Small Fry Friday. 11 a.m. Enjoy storytime with your preschooler and make a craft. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

7 SATURDAY43rd Annual Pilot Mountain Christmas Parade.

Parade participants will line-up at East Surry High School, 801 W. Main St. 4 p.m. pilotmtnrescue.org.

53rd Annual Graham Christmas Parade. 10 a.m. cityofgraham.com.

Astronomy Observation at Pilot Mountain. Join Forsyth Astronomical Society and SciWorks staff at the summit parking lot of Pilot Mountain State Park to look at the night sky through professional-grade telescopes. All ages. Free. 6-8 p.m. Pilot Mountain, 767-6730. sciworks.org.

Breakfast With Santa. Enjoy breakfast, crafts, cookie decorating and a storytime with Santa. Registration required. $. 8-10 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Breakfast With Santa. Support the Centers for

Exceptional Children and have a fun breakfast with Santa. $. 9-11 a.m. or 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Village Inn Conference Center, 6205 Ramada Drive, Clemmons. 924-5301. thecfec.org.

Breakfast With Santa at BB&T Ballpark. Enjoy a breakfast buffet in a holiday atmosphere. Santa Claus and Bolt will be available for pictures. Children 12 and younger, $10; adults, $13. Saturday 8 a.m.-noon. BB&T Ballpark, 951 Ballpark Way, W-S. 331-3800. wsdash.com.

Candlelight Tours of the Reynolda House Museum of American Art. See Dec. 5 listing.

Christmas at the Carolina. It’s Christmas at the Carolina featuring the Jim Henson classic “Emmet Otter Jug-Band Christmas.” See the free movie, enjoy a free soft drink and popcorn, visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, sing-along to carols with the theater’s historic pipe organ, and more. Seating is limited, so come early. 10 a.m.-noon. Doors open at 9:15 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., GSO. carolinatheatre.com.

Cookies and Cocoa with Santa. Join us for a rare evening train ride to the Roundhouse, where Santa and his elves will be waiting. Children can tell Santa all their Christmas wishes, create a Christmas craft and hear stories from Santa’s elves. And just in case Santa needs a little reminder, your little one can send him postcard to the North Pole, straight from our authentic rail post office car. $12-$15. 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. North Carolina Transportation Museum, 411 S. Salisbury Ave., Spencer. nctrans.org.

Family Fun After the Downtown Parade. Make-and-take crafts for the holidays and then join us immediately

afterward for a showing of “The Polar Express.” Free. 3-5:30 p.m. Central Library, 219 N. Church St., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Follow the Star. See Dec. 6 listing.

Greensboro Jaycees Holiday Parade. Parade will begin at Greene and Lindsay streets and continue down Greene Street to East Market turning left and heading down to Market Street, turning left on Church Street, and then ending at Church and Lindsay streets. Free. Noon. gsoholidayparade.com.

Holiday Craft Bazaar. Shoppers can peruse booths set up with unique items from toys, teacher gifts, jewelry, holiday decorations, sewn items, woodcrafts and much more. This will be a perfect opportunity to find that unique gift for the hard to shop for on your list. 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Oakview Recreation Center, 503 James Road, HP. highpointnc.gov.

Holiday Lights Storytime. Join us for stories and art activities about the lights of the season. Learn about Diwali, Hanukah, Las Posadas, Christmas, and Kwanzaa and how light is used in each celebration. Make a suncatcher or ornament for the holidays. All ages. Free. 10-11:30 a.m. Glenwood Branch Library, 1901 W. Florida St., GSO. Greensboro-nc.gov.

Holiday Party at Lewisville Library. 11 a.m. Snacks, crafts, cookie decorating and more. Lewisville Branch Library, 6490 Shallowford Road. forsyth.cc/library/Lewisville.

Kernersville Christmas Tree Lighting. Enjoy carols with a local chorus, sip on hot cocoa, and enjoy a special visit from Santa and friends! 7-9 p.m. Harmon Park, 152 S. Main St. toknc.com.

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King Christmas Parade. 2 p.m. Main St., King. ci.king.nc.us.

Polar Express Day. Ice skating, snow and trackless train rides, hot cocoa and visits with Santa. Dress up in your pajamas and get ready for some fun. $8, $6 for members. 3-6 p.m. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 North Church St., GSO. 574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. Free with museum admission. Adults, $6; ages 6-12, $4; under 6, free. Saturday 11 a.m. International Civil Rights Center and Museum, 134 S. Elm St., GSO. 274-9199. sitinmovement.org.

Saturdays With St. Nicholas. Meet St. Nicholas and have a souvenir photo with him taken by a professional photographer. Puppet show, storytelling, children’s shopping area, carolers and more. $7. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Frank L. Horton Museum Center, 924 S. Main St., W-S. oldsalem.org.

The Night Before Christmas at Korner’s Folly. Puppet show followed with a visit from Santa. $5 per person. Advanced tickets encouraged. 10 a.m. Korner’s Folly, 413 S. Main St., Kernersville. 996-7922. kornersfolly.org.

Visit From Santa. Free treat for the children. Don’t forget your camera. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Cricket’s Nest, 4401 Country Club Road, W-S. 336-659-4315. cricketsnest.com.

Winston-Salem Jaycees Holiday Parade. 5 p.m. Downtown Winston-Salem. wsparade.org.

8 SUNDAYCandlefest. Enjoy the enchanting trail of luminaries

around High Point City Lake Park built and designed by local Girl Scout troops. This event is free, and a food donation for a local food bank would be greatly appreciated. 5-9 p.m. City Lake Park, 602 W. Main St. HP. highpointnc.gov.

Elkin-Jonesville Christmas Parade. 3 p.m. Historic Downtown Elkin. downtownelkin.com.

Kernersville Christmas Parade. 2:30 p.m. Downtown Kernersville, Begins at Highway 66 and East Mountain Street, Kernersville. 993-4521. kernersvillenc.com.

Lewisville Christmas Parade. 3 p.m. Shallowford and Lewisville Vienna roads and to Oaks Shopping Center. lewisvillecivicclub.com.

Make & Take Sound Shaker. 2 p.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Town of Rural Hall Christmas Parade. 2:30 p.m. Broad Street. Rural Hall. ruralhall.govoffice.com.

Winston-Salem Community Band Christmas Concert. 5:30 p.m. Free. Fries Moravian Church, 251 Hawthorne Road, W-S. wsband.org.

9 MONDAYBusy Bees. See Dec. 2 listing.

Donny & Marie: A Broadway Christmas. America’s beloved siblings sing holiday classics as well as some of their old favorites. $45 and up. 7 p.m. Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Lee St., GSO. 373-7474. donnyandmarietour.com.

Holly Jolly Christmas. Enjoy stories, songs and snacks of the season plus make some ornaments to take home. Free. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Hemphill Branch Library, 2301 W. Vandalia Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.


Teen to Teen Theatre. See Dec. 2 listing.

10 TUESDAYCarolina Classic Movie: “The Santa Clause.” Rated PG.

$5-$6. 7-9 p.m. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., GSO. carolinatheatre.com.

Family Game Night at Glenwood. Bring the whole family for board game fun as we play Apples to Apples, Wits and Wagers, Uno and more. This is a Family Night program for all ages. Free. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Glenwood Branch Library, 1901 W. Florida St., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Gingerbread Man Puppet Show. Enjoy the classic puppet show, short film and a gingerbread snack. All ages. Free. 3:30-4 p.m. and 6:30-7 p.m. Kathleen Clay Edwards Library, 1420 Price Park Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Holiday Party and Santa Visit. Holiday crafts, light refreshments, Santa and more. 6:30 p.m. Rural Hall Library, 7125 Broad St. forsyth.cc/library/RuralHall.

Homework Helpers. See Dec. 3 listing.

Mary Time Music. A bonding experience filled with joyful songs, percussion and parachute play, chants, and lap rides. Free with paid museum admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.


Open House at Our Lady of Grace School. Come learn more about what the school has to offer, for pre-K to eighth grade. Free. 9:30 a.m. Our Lady of Grace School, 2205 W. Market St., GSO. 275-1522. olgsch.org.

Recycling in Greensboro. This class covers the importance of recycling, what happens to recyclable materials when they leave the recycling center and how every citizen’s contribution leads to a cleaner Greensboro. All ages. Free. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Bur-Mil Park, 5834 Bur-Mil Club Road, GSO. burmil.guilfordparks.com.

Storytime for Preschoolers. Enjoy stories, nursery rhymes, songs, puppets and more. Free. 9-9:30 a.m. Lower School Library, Greensboro Day School, 5401 Lawndale Drive, GSO. 288-8590. greensboroday.org.

11 WEDNESDAYCarolina Classic Movie: “It’s a Wonderful Life.”

Rated PG. $5-$6. 7-9 p.m. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., GSO. carolinatheatre.com.

Kidz Krew Game Time. Join us to play board games, card games and complete cool puzzles. Free. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Vance H. Chavis Branch, 900 S. Benbow Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Music With Miss Jennie. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

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Pregnancy Yoga. See Dec. 4 listing.

Preschool Holiday Movies. Enjoy a series of short films, just right for preschoolers, about the winter holidays. Free. 11-11:45 a.m. Vance H. Chavis Branch, 900 S. Benbow Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Sing & Play: Kindermusik. See Dec. 4 listing.

12 THURSDAYAnniversary Lovefeast at St. Philips. A Christmas

Lovefeast will be held to commemorate the first service held in the African Moravian brick church on Dec. 15, 1861. Will include special Christmas music, and the serving of the Lovefeast buns and tea. Free. Noon-1 p.m. St. Philips African Moravian Church, 911 S. Church St., W-S. oldsalem.org.

Carolina Classic Movie: “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” Rated PG-13. $5-$6.

7-9 p.m. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., GSO. carolinatheatre.com.

Holiday Pops Concert: Carolina Brass. Enjoy the favorite songs of the season with a big band. Members/students $10; non-members $15. 7:30 p.m. Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road, W-S. 888-663-1149. reynoldahouse.org.

Kapla Block Building. See Dec. 5 listing.

Meet Santa at Benjamin Branch. Listen to a story, enjoy holiday crafts and refreshments, plus meet the jolly old elf himself — Santa! Free. 3:30 p.m. Benjamin Branch Library, 1530 Benjamin Parkway, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.


Mocha Moms. See Dec. 5 listing.

Mommy and Baby Yoga. See Dec. 5 listing.

Music & Movement. Come move and groove through songs, fingerplays and a read aloud. Your child will gain meaningful skills to build upon their language, listening

and physical abilities. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

13 FRIDAYFestive Family Friday. Explore the museum and

enjoy refreshments, live music, holiday crafts and a visit from Santa. $1 per person; free for members. 4-8 p.m. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

Holiday Magic, A Dickens Christmas. Live entertainment and festive fun. Free with small fee for train and carriage rides. 6-9 p.m. Downtown Burlington. 513-5469. burlingtonnc.gov.

Masterpiece Friday. See Dec. 6 listing.

Movie Date. Bring your little princess to watch “Tangled” with Rapunzel. Snacks and juice are included.

Registration required. $20. 3-5 p.m. Girls Only-Play Palace and Dress Up Parties, 310 B East Sycamore St., GSO. 255-2739. girlsonlygso.com.

Supper With Santa. Enjoy a pizza dinner, crafts, cookie decorating and a storytime with Santa. Registration required. $. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Small Fry Friday. See Dec. 6 listing.

14 SATURDAYA Gingerbread Christmas at Alamance

Battleground. Learn about gingerbread and its seasonal significance. There will be activities for the entire family. The 1780 Allen House will be simply decorated for the season and light refreshments, including hot, spiced cider, can be enjoyed by all. Free, but donations are appreciated.11 a.m.-4 p.m. Alamance Battleground state historic site, 5803 South N.C. 62, Burlington. 227-4785. ncculture.com.

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Blacksmithing Demonstration in the Historical Park. See Dec. 1 listing.

Breakfast With Santa at BB&T Ballpark. See Dec. 7 listing.

Breakfast With Santa. For all ages. Enjoy a yummy breakfast, crafts, face painting and time with Santa. $5. 8-10 a.m. Pre-registration is required. Thataways Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington. 222-5030. ci.burlington.nc.us.

Candle Dipping in the Historical Park. Learn how to make your own candles, great for Christmas gifts. All ages. $1 per candle. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. 885-1859. highpointmuseum.org.

Candy Cane Hunt. Santa will be hiding candy canes for a fun holiday activity. pre-K through fifth grade. Free. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Washington Terrace Park and Community Center, 101 Gordon Street, HP. 883-8599. highpointnc.gov.

Cookies and Cocoa with Santa. See Dec. 7 listing.

Cooking Class: Gingerbread Houses. Bake, assemble and decorate your own gingerbread house. $35 for an adult and one child, $8 for each additional child. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Donuts With Dad. Kids, bring Dad or your favorite fellow to the library for donuts and fun. Build with Kapla blocks and Legos, make a homemade holiday gift and more. Free. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Benjamin Branch Library, 1530 Benjamin Parkway, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Drop and Shop. Leave your children with us while you wrangle the malls and shopping centers of the Triad. Your kids will receive the complete package of games, activities, holiday music/movies followed by a light lunch of pizza and drinks. Pre-registration is required. $10. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Deep River Recreation Center, 1529 Skeet Club Road, HP. highpointnc.gov.

Gingerbread Creations Workshop. Families bring your own Gingerbread Kit and enjoy Christmas tunes and holiday cheer while bringing your gingerbread creations to life. Free. Concessions will also be available to purchase. Families must register in advance; space is limited. For more information or to register, please call 222-5072. Thataways Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington. 222-5030. ci.burlington.nc.us.

Gingerbread Workshop. School-age children are welcome to join us for the 13th annual Family and Friends Gingerbread Workshop. Make a gingerbread house and crafts to give as gifts, and much more. Free. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. McGirt-Horton Library, 2501 Phillips Ave., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Kids’ Shopping Day. Calling all little shoppers. We will transport participants to Hanes Mall and assist with gift purchases for family. Lunch will be provided. We will even wrap gifts before you go home. Program is for ages 5-12. $10. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Oakview Recreation Center, 503 James Road, HP. highpointnc.gov.

Play with Paint in the Art Studio. 10 a.m.-noon. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Repticon. See and buy reptiles, amphibians and other exotic pets. Feeders and pet products will also be available, along with hourly educational seminars and door prizes. $5-$15. Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dixie Classic Fairgrounds, Home and Garden Building, 421 W. 27th St., W-S. repticon.com.

Salem Christmas. Join us for our annual celebration of Moravian traditions throughout the Historic Town of Salem. Historic buildings will open at 10 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. At 5:15 p.m., we will gather on Salem Square for carol singing and lighting the Christmas pyramid. Enjoy demonstrations, historic games, period music, hands-on activities and more. Activities are included with the purchase of an All-In-One ticket, $11-$23.

Old Salem, 900 Old Salem Road, W-S. 721-7300. oldsalem.org.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See Dec. 7 listing

Saturdays With St. Nicholas. See Dec. 7 listing.

Sealy Fox 8 Holiday Concert. Enjoy music of the holiday season with the Winston-Salem Symphony Orchestra. Admission free with donation of canned food. Free. 7 p.m. Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 421 W. 27th St., W-S. 774-8868. ljvm.com.

Snow Camp Simple Gifts Holiday Market. Arts and crafts made by local artisans and live entertainment. Free. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Snow Camp Outdoor Drama, Schoffner Building, 301 Drama Road, Snow Camp. 800-726-5116. snowcampdrama.com.

The Night Before Christmas at Korner’s Folly. See Dec. 7 listing.

Walnut Cove Christmas Parade. 2 p.m. Main Street. townofwalnutcove.org.

15 SUNDAY“A Christmas Memory.” Children and adults alike will

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humble childhood traditions. All ages. $15, $10 for students and members. 3 p.m. Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road, W-S. 800-663-1149. reynoldahouse.org.

Carols by Candlelight. Amid the warm candlelight of the Gemeinhaus at Historic Bethabara Park, the Piedmont Chamber Singers offer a holiday gift to the community filled with the warmth of familiar carols. 5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Historic Bethabara Park, 2147 Bethabara Road, W-S. cityofws.org.

Greensboro Youth Chorus. Free. New, unwrapped toys will be collected for FOX8 Gifts for Kids. Concert is at 3 p.m. St. Pius the X Catholic Church, 220 N. Elm St., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Sealy Fox 8 Holiday Concert. All ages. Free. 5 p.m. Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Lee St., Greensboro. 373-7400. greensborosymphony.org.

Sofia the First Storytime. 2 p.m. Included with museum admission. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.


Carolina Classic Movie: “Miracle on 34th St.” Not rated. $5-$6. 1-3 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., GSO. carolinatheatre.com.

Family Game Night. Enjoy board games, puzzles and more for all ages. Free. 6:30 p.m. Hemphill Branch Library, 2301 W. Vandalia Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.



17 TUESDAYCarolina Classic Movie: “It’s a Wonderful Life.” 1-3

p.m. and 7-9 p.m. See Dec. 11 listing.

Homework Helpers. See Dec. 3 listing.


Readerobics. Energize your mind and body with your child with storytime, aerobics and dance. Free with paid museum admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Storytime for Preschoolers. See Dec. 10 listing.

Winston-Salem Symphony: Handel’s “Messiah.” $10-$45. Centenary United Methodist Church, 646 W. 5th St., W-S. wssymphony.org.

18 WEDNESDAYCarolina Classic Movie: “White Christmas.” Not rated.

$5-$6. 1-3 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., GSO. carolinatheatre.com.

Children’s Holiday Movie. Free. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Vance H. Chavis Library, 900 S. Benbow Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Our Town Theatre. See Dec. 11 listing.


Pregnancy Yoga. See Dec. 4 listing.

19 THURSDAYAngel Bear Yoga: Winter Adventure. Join Angel Bear

and some special furry visitors for a winter adventure. We will read the book “One Snowy Night” and do yoga poses. Free with paid museum admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Christmas on Campus. Caroling, a live nativity, visits with Santa, children’s activities and more help families explore the sights and sounds of this beautiful season. Admission is free with the donation of socks or gloves for the Greensboro Women’s Shelter. Free. 5:30-8:30 p.m. 2205 W. Market St., GSO. 275-1522. olgsch.org.

Kapla Block Building. See Dec. 5 listing.


Mixed Tape Series Presents: “A Christmas Story.” Rated PG. $5-$6. 1-3 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., GSO. carolinatheatre.com.

Mocha Moms. See Dec. 5 listing.

Mommy and Baby Yoga. See Dec. 5 listing.

20 FRIDAY“A Christmas Carol: Unplugged.” NCShakes is in danger,

and we need your help to bring back the full “A Christmas Carol” experience in 2014. This year, NCShakes is offering a musical Readers Theatre production of “A Christmas Carol: Unplugged” as a fundraising event for two shows only. $25 minimum.7:30 p.m. Friday and 2 p.m. Sunday. High Point Theatre, 220 E. Commerce Ave., HP. highpointtheatre.com.


Cookies With Mrs. Claus. Decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus in the Edible Schoolyard Kitchen. $10, $5 for members. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Holiday Gym Jam. Your kids will enjoy the hottest radio friendly music while playing various fun-filled games. Ages 8-15 can enjoy contests such as free throw shooting, 3-point shooting, Around the World and 21. The evening will feature light refreshments and music to enjoy with friends. 6:30-9 p.m. $3. Nathanael S. Morehead Recreation Center, 101 Price St., HP. highpointnc.gov.

Masterpiece Friday. See Dec. 6 listing.

Moscow Ballet’s “Great Russian Nutcracker.” The award-winning company brings humor, charm and finesse to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score. $27.50 and up. 3:30 and 8 p.m. War Memorial Auditorium, 1921 W. Lee St., GSO. 373-7474. greensborocoliseum.com.

Sealy Fox 8 Holiday Concert. Enjoy music of the holiday season with the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra. Admission free with donation of canned food. All ages. Free. 7 p.m. Williams High School Auditorium, 1307 South Church St., Burlington. greensborosymphony.org.


Small Fry Friday. See Dec. 6 listing.

21 SATURDAYBrunch With Santa. Enjoy light brunch and a photo with

Santa. $2. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Southside Recreation Center, 401 Taylor Ave., HP. 883-8599.


Elf Tea Party. Make an elf costume and enjoy songs, storytime and elf-themed crafts. Registration required. $. 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Krafty Kids: Perfect Poinsettias. Join us for paper craft project that represents one of the symbols of the season. For ages 3-5. Pre-Registration is required. $3. 11 a.m.-noon. Deep River Recreation Center, 1529 Skeet Club Road, HP. highpointnc.gov.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See Dec. 7 listing.

Saturdays With St. Nicholas. See Dec. 7 listing.

Winter Festival. Brr! It's cold outside. Bring a friend and come to our Winter Festival for stories, games, art activities and a taste of hot chocolate to warm you up. This is a family program for all ages. Free. 2-4 p.m. Glenwood Branch Library, 1901 W. Florida St., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Winter Wonder Dance Land. North Park in Motion and the Inspiring Artistic Motivation Movement (IAMM) Dance Company present their final dance showcase for 2013. After the performance join NPIM and the IAMM for food, fun and fellowship as they celebrate another year of dance success. $5. 4 p.m. For more information, please call 222-5138. Mayco Bigelow Community Center, 849 Sharpe Road. Burlington. 222-5030. ci.burlington.nc.us.

22 SUNDAY“A Christmas Carol: Unplugged.” See Dec. 20 listing.

Christmas in the Park. Come to City Park to see the twinkling lights, ride the carousel, enjoy a hayride and

feed the animals at our live nativity. Crafts, Santa, face painting and more. $2. Hayrides are $3. 6-9 p.m. City Park, 1333 Overbrook Road, Burlington. ci.burlington.nc.us.

Family Fun Sunday. Join us for family fun every fourth Sunday from 3 to 5 p m in the Amphiteather. Free. Four Seasons Town Centre, 410 Four Seasons Town Centre, GSO. shopfourseasons.com.

Wiggly Worms. See Dec. 2 listing.

23 MONDAYBusy Bees: The Snowy Day Celebration. Members

only. See Dec. 2 listing.

Dan River Girls Concert. 11 a.m. Included with museum admission. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Drop-in Gingerbread Workshops. Make-and-take a mini-gingerbread house, while supplies last. $6 plus admission. Children’s Museum of Winston- Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Family Holiday Movie Night. Enjoy a free movie with your family. Free. 7 p.m. Rural Hall Branch Library, 7125 Broad St., Rural Hall. 703-2970. forsyth.cc/library.

Movie at Glenwood Library. “Despicable Me.” Rated PG. Free. 3-5 p.m. Glenwood Branch Library, 1901 W. Florida St., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.


24 TUESDAY CHRISTMAS EVEChristmas Eve Storytime. 11 a.m. Included

with museum admission. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Drop-in Gingerbread Workshops. See Dec. 23 listing.

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26 THURSDAYMocha Moms. See Dec. 5 listing.

Snow Storytime. 11 a.m. Included with museum admission. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 South Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

27 FRIDAYMasterpiece Friday. See Dec. 6 listing.

Peter and the Wolf Concert. Take a break from the holiday hustle and bustle to enjoy this beloved musical fairy tale with the whole family. Music by Sergei Prokofiev’s featuring the Carolina Chamber Symphony Players Woodwind Quartet and percussion, with special guest narrator Lesley Hunt. $5. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. James A. Gray Auditorium, Old Salem Visitor Center, 900 Old Salem Road, W-S. 721-7300. oldsalem.org.

Preteen Night Out. Preteens can come have a great time dancing to the latest music, playing arcade games and meeting other preteens. There will also be special surprises throughout the night to celebrate. Have fun with a movie, arts and crafts, games, and tons more! Late-night snack included. Wear your pajamas and receive a free admission ticket to any 2014 Preteen Dance. $8. 6-10 p.m. Thataways Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington. 222-5134. burlingtonnc.gov.

Winter Day Camp: A to Z and (Almost) Everything

in Between. Spend a day investigating a range of science topics, fro Astronomy to Zoology. 6-12 years. Registration required. $40 for members, $45 for non-members. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. SciWorks, 400 Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 714-7105. sciworks.org.

28 SATURDAYBlacksmithing Demonstration in the Historical

Park. See Dec. 1 listing.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See Dec. 7 listing.

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29 SUNDAYHello, Robots Storytime & Craft. 2 p.m. Included

with museum admission. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Family Movie Night. Bring your blankets, pillows, and chairs if you’d like for family time and a movie. Popcorn, hot chocolate, nachos and cheese, and soft drinks will be available to purchase. Free. 7 p.m. Thataways Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington. 222-5134. burlingtonnc.gov.


Family Movie at Hemphill Library. “The Croods” Rated PG. Free. 6:30-8 p.m. Hemphill Branch Library, 2301 W. Vandalia Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.


The Little Green Turtle Storytime & Craft. 11 a.m. Included with museum admission. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

31 TUESDAYHappy Noon Year. Countdown to noon and have all of

the fun of a rockin’ New Year’s Eve party! Enjoy a snack, make a festive craft and have a sparkling cider toast at noon. All ages are welcome. Free. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Kathleen Clay Edwards Library, 1420 Price Park Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.


Noon Year’s Eve Celebration. Countdown to “Noon Year’s Eve” with crafts, songs and a storytime. Free with admission. 10 a.m.-noon. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Noon Year’s Eve Celebration. Rock out with DJ Captain Steve, create glow-in-the-dark crafts, dance, play games and countdown to the New Year at noon. Free with admission.10 a.m.-1 p.m. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Winston-Salem Symphony: Plugged-In POPS! New Year’s Eve. $25-$62. 8-10 p.m. Stevens Center at UNC School of the Arts, 405 W. 4th St., W-S. wssymphony.org.

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Candlelight tours of the historic house will be Thursday Dec. 5, Friday Dec. 6 and Saturday Dec.7. Tours

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stories about the Reynolds family holiday traditions, period decorations and an organist playing carols on

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More than 350,000 people call Forsyth County home, and the county has a variety of attractions and activities for families. Here are just a few of the many events taking place this month. You’ll find more information in our comprehensive Calendar of Events on page 28.

Saturdays With St. Nicholas

Old Salem Museums & Gardens is presenting “Saturdays with St. Nicholas” on Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14 and 21. The fun will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 3 p.m. at the Frank L. Horton Museum Center (924 S. Main St.) in Old Salem. Meet St. Nicholas and have a souvenir photo with him taken by a professional photographer, enjoy a puppet show, story time and more treats! Tickets are $7 (ages 2 and up). Children under 2 enjoy free admission. For more information, call 721-7300 or email [email protected].

Handel’s ‘Messiah’

The Winston-Salem Symphony’s annual performance of Handel’s Messiah will

take place Dec. 17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m. The concerts will take place at Centenary

United Methodist Church (646 W. Fifth St., Winston-Salem). Tickets are $10-$45

and can be purchased by phone 464-0145 or online at WSsymphony.org.

Tanglewood Festival of Lights

One of the largest shows in the Southeast with a four-mile drive and 180 displays is back

for its 21st season. See website for rates. Nightly through Jan. 1, 2014. For more informa-

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day spirit with University of North Carolina (UNCSA)’s “The Nutcracker,” which will be performed Dec. 13-22 at the Stevens Center at 405 W. Fourth St. in Winston-Salem.

The full performance schedule for the UNCSA production of “The Nut-cracker” is: Dec. 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 2 p.m.

Ticket prices are: Open-ing Night Prime Orchestra including Post-Concert

Reception, $100; Prime Orchestra, $75; Orchestra Center, $50-$55 for adults and $35-$38 for children 13 and under; Orchestra Sides and Front Balcony, $45 for adults and $30 for children 13 and under; Center Bal-cony, $33 for adults and $24 for children 13 and under; Rear Balcony, $25 for adults and $20 for children 13 and under.

For the best deal, take advantage of the great prices on “The Nutcracker” “Family Four Pack” for the evening

performances on Thursday and Friday, Dec. 19 and 20. The “Family Four Pack” offer is subject to availability. Family Four Pack tickets are

only $130 for Orchestra Side/Front Balcony and $95 for Center Balcony.

For more information, visit uncsa.edu/nutcracker.

UNCSA’s ‘The Nutcracker’ scheduled for Dec. 13-22

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