Last weekend before Christmas
Can't believe the holiday is almost here. Here are some ways to enjoy the anticipation with the family for one more weekend:
Thursday, Dec. 17:
The Clauses visit Elkridge: This sounds like fun. Santa and Mrs. Claus will come through Elkridge neighborhoods from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday. When neighbors hear "Jingle Bells" sounded on the air horn of the fire truck these two will be riding, they should meet at the nearest street corner. They'll be collecting canned goods and wrapped gifts for the needy.
Santa at the Savage Library:Santa will be at the Savage branch of the Howard County Library at 7 p.m. There will also be stories and crafts. Limited space; register online or by calling 410-880-5978.
Friday, Dec. 18:
"Alice in Wonderland": DanceRINK's “Alice in Wonderland” is adapted from a 1950 radio play. In this production, director and choreographer Scott Rink retells the classic story with dance, movement and images. At Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St., at noon and 7 p.m. Performances are also at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $20 general, $15 for seniors and artists and $10 for students. Go to theatreproject.org.
Target $2 Family Fun Nights at Port Discovery: Between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., get in to the Port Discovery Children's Museum for just $2.
Winter Wonderland Party for Preschoolers: Kids can celebrate winter with themed games, crafts, and treats from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Bear Branch Nature Center, 300 John Owings Road, Westminster. 410-848-2517. $7.
Saturday, Dec. 19:
Santa at the Cockeysville Volunteer Fire Company: Have lunch with Santa from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cockeysville Volunteer Fire Company, 11210 York Road. There will be food and crafts. Donations accepted for Toys for Tots and the Maryland Food Bank.
Dreidel Hunt: The Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC will have Hanukkah activities, including games and swimming, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Ages 4-11. $18 per nonmember family; free for members.
Sunday, Dec. 20:
Hibernation Fascination Discover how hibernating animals and
others survive throughout the winter and what is causing them to rouse from their
deep sleep from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Irvine Nature Center. For ages 6 and up.
Kwanzaa Family Day: Make art and watch performances at a free Kwanzaa festival from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Baltimore Museum of Art. There will be African headwrap-making, drummers and dancers.
