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a family-friendly seasonal event, offers your group the perfect opportunity to get into the holiday spirit, make a little joy, and spread a little cheer. Experience a real indoor ice skating rink, ice slides, carnival rides, Santa and friends, gingerbread houses, and decorated trees. nolachristmasfest.com

PELICANS VS. MILWAUKEE BUCKS

Smoothie King Center at 9 p.m. Cheer on the Pelicans as they take on the Milwaukee Bucks. Ticket prices vary. smoothiekingcenter.com

18 Saturday

FQMA HOLIDAY MARKET

Hermann-Grima House from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. French Quarter Museum Association’s holiday market. hgghh.org

GRAB & GO CRAFT: PENGUIN ORNAMENTS

East Bank Regional Library from noon-4:30 p.m. Craft projects for children ages three and up. Kits come with everything you need to complete the craft at home. Available while supplies last. jplibrary.net

SENSORY FRIENDLY MORNINGS

National World War II Museum. Sensory-friendly Mornings are for individuals of all ages with special needs and their families to enjoy early access to the museum with modifications to make the experience more sensory friendly. nationalww2museum.org

THE NUTCRACKER

Jefferson Performing Arts Center through December 19. Travel to the Land of Sweets with Clara as she befriends a nutcracker who comes to life on Christmas Eve to wage a battle against the evil Mouse King. jpas.org

THE NUTCRACKER: PRESENTED BY DELTA FESTIVAL BALLET

Mahalia Jackson Theatre at 2 p.m. Tchaikovsky’s full Nutcracker ballet. lpomusic.com

19 Sunday

CAROLING IN JACKSON SQUARE

Jackson Square at 7 p.m. Community singalong for visitors and locals alike. The historic Square is illuminated by candlelight as thousands enjoy belting out holiday favorites. Complimentary songbooks and candles are provided. neworleans.com

HOLIDAY HOME TOUR

French Quarter New Orleans (Various Locations) from 1-4 p.m. Savor the holiday spirit by touring French Quarter residences dressed for the season. patioplanters.net

21 Tuesday

SARAH BRIGHTMAN: A CHRISTMAS SYMPHONY

Saenger Theatre at 8 p.m. Performance by Sarah Brightman. saengernola.com

23 Thursday

MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS Saenger Theatre at 8 p.m. saengernola.com

24 Friday

CHRISTMAS EVE BONFIRE

Lutcher Recreational Park Lutcher Avenue at 7 p.m. Join the Christmas Eve bonfires on the levee as they light the way for Papa Noel. festivalofthebonfires.org

27 Monday

SAINTS VS. MIAMI DOLPHINS

Caesars Superdome at 7:20 p.m. Cheer on the New Orleans Saints as they take on the Miami Dolphins in the Superdome. caesarssuperdome.com

28 Tuesday

PELICANS VS. CLEVELAND CAVALIERS

Smoothie King Center at 7 p.m. Cheer on the Pels as they take on the Cleveland Cavaliers. Ticket prices vary. smoothiekingcenter.com

31 Friday

NOON YEAR’S EVE

Louisiana Children’s Museum. Countdown to noon on Friday, December 31. Culminates in an explosion of colorful confetti and bubbles. Guests can get into the holiday spirit by making their own noisemakers and designing a festive paper bag hat. There will be music, dancing, and lots of fun. $10-20. lcm.org

EXPECTING, BABIES, & TODDLERS KIDS & TEENS

PARENTS & GRANDPARENTS

Child Safety Seat Inspection Station Louisiana State Police Troop B

2101 I-10 Service Rd., Kenner. Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. Walk-in or call (504) 471-2780 for an appointment. Free.

Ochsner Baptist

To register: ochsnerstore.org/collections/ events-and-classes

Breastfeeding Class

New moms will learn the basics of breastfeeding. December 6, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Free.

Parenting Center at Children’s Hospital To register: chnola.org/theparentingcenter

Calming Your New Baby (Prenatal–4 months) (Virtual)

Learn what to expect from the first few months, also known as “the fourth trimester.” December 11, 10-11 a.m. Free, pre-registration required.

Car Seat Fitting Appointment

Have your car seat installed or checked over by a nationally-certified technician. Drop-ins welcome, appointments preferred. December 21, 9-11 a.m. Free.

Infant & Child CPR (newborn-8 yrs)

Children’s Hospital Conference Center. American Heart Association’s “Family and Friends” non-certification class in person. Class size is limited, no sharing of materials, and health screening upon entrance December 16, 6:30-9 p.m. $35/person.

Touro’s Family Birthing Center

To register: touro.com/events

Happiest Baby on the Block

Learn to turn on a baby’s “calming reflex” using five simple steps. December 11, 10 a.m -noon. Free.

Infant/Child CPR Training

Basics technique of CPR and relief of choking for a child and infant are covered. December 9, 6-7:30 p.m. Free.

Prenatal Breastfeeding Class

Designed to teach mothers the basics of breastfeeding. December 16, 6-8 p.m. Free.

Tulane Lakeside Hospital

To register: tulanelakeside.com/calendar

Birth and Beyond

Stages of pregnancy, stages of labor, and types of anesthesia, plus vaginal and cesarean births are discussed. December 9, 7-9 p.m. Free.

What to Expect for Dads and Support Persons

Includes hands-on demonstrations of burping, diaper changing, and swaddling the newborn. December 2, 7-9 p.m. Free.

West Jefferson Medical Center

Pre-registration is required: wjmc.org/ events-calendar

ABCs of Breastfeeding

Get help from experienced lactation consultants. December 7, 7-9:30 p.m. Free.

Caring For Your Newborn

Learn how to care for your newborn. December 18, 1-4:30 p.m. Free.

Labor and Birth

Learn the process of labor and birth. December 4, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free.

Touro’s Family Birthing Center

To register: touro.com/events.

Tulane Lakeside Hospital

To register: tulanelakeside.com/calendar.

Ochsner Baptist

To register: ochsnerstore.org/collections/ events-and-classes.

Grandparents Class (Virtual)

Learn about the new definition of active labor, skin-to-skin care, breastfeeding, and safe sleep. December 9, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Free.

Want to see your class or event here? Send calendar submissions to calendar@nolafamily.com.