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December 1 - January 14 Houston Zoo Lights 6pm-10pm; Houston Zoo; houstonzoo.org/zoolights; 713-533-6500 December 1 - January 2 Downtown Galveston Lanterns & Lights A magical display of Christmas trees and other artisan made pieces. The park will also feature an interactive photo frame and a giant snow globe that visitors can enter for family photos. The snow globe will be available Nov. 25-26 and December. 9, 16 and 23.; Free Admission; Saengerfest Park, 23rd & Strand, Galveston; downtowngalveston.org; 409-621-2253 December 1 – 24 FREE Jingle on the Boardwalk Welcome the season with Santa, holiday music, movies, a toy drive, parade & more.; Kemah Boardwalk; kemahboardwalk.com; 281-334-9880 FREE Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops Free Photos with Santa (Bass Pass Required), Free Crafts and Free Games & Activities. Check website for times and details of each activity.; At Your Local Bass Pro Shop; basspro.com December 1 – 23 Christmas Train A train ride through 300,000 lights!; $7 online, $10 door; Victory Camp, Alvin; thechristmastrain.org; 281-388-2267 December 1 – 18 Santa’s Mailboxes Drop off your letter to the big man himself, Santa! Make sure that a return address is included on the letter, responses will be sent from the North Pole Weekly!; In front of Alvin HEB and Kroger Stores; alvin-tx.gov December 1 – 17 A Christmas Story, The Musical Pearl Theater; pearl-theater.com; 713-340-2540 December 1 – 3 44th Annual Dickens on The Strand 5pm-6pm; The annual holiday street festival, based on 19thcentury Victorian London, features parades, non-stop entertainment on six stages, strolling carolers, roving musicians, bagpipers, jugglers, and a host of other entertainers.; The Strand, Galveston; facebook.com/ events/293156187857983 December 1 – 2 Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol The Grand 1894 Opera House; thegrand.com; 800-821-1894 December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 FREE Mini Moo Playgroup 9:30am; Chick-fil-A East Pearland; cfarestaurant.com/ eastpearland; 281-992-9600
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December 1, 15 & 29 Parent’s Survival Night 6:30pm; $30 members, $40 non-members; The Little Gym of Pearland; tlgpearlandtx.com; 713-340-0042 December 1 & 8 FREE Adaptive Recreation: Water Exercises 11am; An interactive and fun water class with simple water exercises and stretches. Participants must be comfortable in the water. Parents, guardians and caregivers must assist those with special needs to make this a rewarding experience. Must RSVP by Thurs. before class to acerda@pearlandtx.gov.; 8 yrs & up; Pearland Recreation Center & Natatorium, 4141 Bailey Rd.; pearlandparks.com; 281-412-8931 December 1 2017 East End Holiday Homes Tour - A Victorian Christmas 5:30pm-9:30pm; Experience a wonderful evening of historic homes festively decorated for the holiday season, and enjoy a variety of joyful holiday music. Tickets available online or at The Grand 1894 Opera House.; $20; Various Homes at the East End of Galveston; eastendhistoricaldistrict.org City of Houston Mayor’s Holiday Celebration & Tree Lighting Presented by Reliant 6pm; Holiday tradition of music, Santa, fireworks and family fun. The public is invited to bring a new, unwrapped toy to the Reliant booth to help make the holidays brighter for a child this season.; Hermann Square at City Hall; houstontx.gov/mayorsholiday FREE Christmas Movie Series: Arthur Christmas 6pm; Free children’s activities followed by Arthur Christmas!; Wellborne Cinema; alvin-tx.gov FREE 2017 Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 7pm; Traditional lighting of the City’s Christmas tree and a special visit from Santa, live band, snow, or take a horse and carriage ride and more.; Pearland Town Center; pearlandtowncenter.com FREE The Polar Express Story Time 7pm; Come in your PJs and join us for a magical evening as we host our annual story time of the beloved classic The Polar Express. Coloring and activities to follow.; At Your Local Barnes and Noble Store; bn.com December 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 FREE Saturday Story Time 11am; At Your Local Barnes and Noble Store; bn.com Saturday Train Rides 11am-2pm; Come ride on our GE 80 Tenor Locomotive and a real caboose!; $5 with Admission;
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Galveston Railroad Museum; galvestonrrmuseum.com; 409-765-5700 FREE Crafts for Kids 11am-3pm; Lakeshore Learning; lakeshorelearning.com; 281-461-6263 December 2 & 9 Ice Skate with Santa 5pm; The man in the jolly red suit is on hand to skate with kids. Bring your camera for pictures!; $14; Discovery Green in Downtown Houston; discoverygreen.com; 713-400-7336 December 2 A Grinch Christmas Jones Hall; houstonsymphony.org FREE Hands-On Workshop 9am; Wooden Gingerbread House; At Your Local Home Depot; homedepot.com FREE 8th Annual Home for the Holidays 10am-6pm; Join us for vendors, entertainment, activities, light parade and more. The forecast is predicting snow with a chance of Santa!; National Oak Park; facebook.com/ events/293156187857983 FREE Hometown Christmas Parade 6pm; Along FM 518 from Old Alvin Rd. to Pearland Pkwy.; pearlandparks.com; 281-412-8900 December 4,11 & 18 FREE Preschool Story Time 10:15am & 11:15am; Pearland Westside Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 713-436-0995 December 4 & 18 FREE Baby Bounce 10:45am; Pearland Recreation Center & Natatorium, 4141 Bailey Rd.; bcls.lib.tx.us December 4 Sensory Friendly Day at HMNS 9am; HMNS will be modified for sensory sensitivities all day.; Houston Museum of Natural Science; hmns.org; 713-639-4629 FREE Adaptive Recreation: Arts and Crafts/Cooking 11am; Open to persons with developmental disabilities. Create a piece of art you can be proud to show off or even give away as a gift! Participants will also participate in a cooking class, in which they will go over basics of cooking such as measuring, mixing, prepping, baking and many other things. Each participant will take home a cookbook of the items they cooked. Participants must RSVP by the Friday before class to lfrench@pearlandtx.gov or 713540-1615.; 6 yrs & up; Westside Event Center; pearlandparks.com; 281-412-8900
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FUN -TIME CALENDAR December 4 Cheap Skate Night 5pm; Glide around The ICE for just $8.00 per person. Includes tax and skate rental.; Discovery Green in Downtown Houston; discoverygreen.com; 713-400-7336 December 5, 12 & 19 FREE Toddler Story Time 10:45am; Pearland Recreation Center & Natatorium, 4141 Bailey Rd.; bcls.lib.tx.us December 5 & 19 FREE Preschool Story Time & Playtime 10:30am; Bracewell Neighborhood Library; hpl.lib.tx.us; 832-393-2580 December 5 & 12 FREE Baby Bounce 10:45am; Pearland Westside Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 713-436-0995 December 5 FREE Family Story Time 10:30am; Bracewell Neighborhood Library; hpl.lib.tx.us; 832-393-2580 FREE Adaptive Recreation: Track Exercise Class 11am; Open to all persons with developmental disabilities. Join us for an hour-long fitness session. RSVP to acerda@pearlandtx. gov by the Mon. before class.; Pearland Recreation Center & Natatorium, 4141 Bailey Rd.; pearlandparks.com; 281-412-8931 FREE Afternoon at the Houston Zoo 12pm; Houston Zoo; houstonzoo.org; 713-533-6500 December 6, 13, 20 & 27 FREE Mini Moo Playgroup 9:30am; Chick-fil-A Pearland; cfapearland.com; 713-436-6700 FREE Preschool Story Time 10:30am; Parker Williams Branch Library; hcpl.net; 281-484-2036 FREE Toddler Time 10:15am & 11:15am; Pearland Westside Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 713-436-0995 FREE Preschool Story Time 10:30am; Alvin Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 281-388-4300 FREE Preschool Story Time 10:30am; Manvel Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 281-489-7596 December 6 & 20 FREE Toddler Story Time & Playtime 10:30am; Bracewell Neighborhood Library; hpl.lib.tx.us; 832-393-2580
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December 6 FREE Kidz Korner Story Time 9:15am; Pearland Recreation Center & Natatorium, 4141 Bailey Rd.; bcls.lib.tx.us Mommy Mingle Wednesday 10am; Bring your little ones to Tot*Spot (our exclusive exhibit for children 35 months and under), and mingle with other mommies during Mommy Mingle Wednesdays. Daddies, nannies, and caretakers are welcome, too! Plus, enjoy free coffee and snacks on us (while supplies last).; Children’s Museum of Houston; cmhouston.org; 713-522-1138 Mr. Popper’s Penguins 10am; `; The Grand 1894 Opera House; thegrand.com; 800-821-1894 FREE Adaptive Recreation: Paralympic Archery 2pm; Open to all persons with a physical disability. Bring your own bow if you have one, however, one will be provided for you if needed. You must RSVP by the Tuesday before the class to acerda@pearlandtx. gov.; Bass Pro Shop, Pearland; pearlandparks.com; 281-412-8931 December 7 – 30 Christmas in the Country Dewberry Farm will be transformed with twinkling lights and tinsel into a whimsical Christmas Village. Ride through the night across the prairie to see the magic of over one million lights set to music! Shop at the Country Store! Visit the Elves Workshop for photos with Santa. Indulge in sweet treats and Christmas goodies!; Dewberry Farm; dewberryfarm.com December 7 – 9 FREE Trail to Jesus Take a mule drawn wagon on the trail to experience live scenes beginning with Mary and Joseph arriving in Bethlehem, to the shepherds in the field viewing the Eastern Star, and then the Wiseman travels to find the baby Jesus, to the Live Nativity scene, and finally witness Calvary. Decorate cookies, enjoy campfire foods, and more. Donations are welcome but not required.; 6808 County Rd 172, Alvin; facebook. com/events/511683859205597 December 7, 14, 21 & 28 FREE Preschool Story Time 10:15am; Pearland Westside Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 713-436-8600
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FREE Mini Musicians 10:30am; Manvel Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 281-489-7596 FREE Toddler Time 10:30am; Parker Williams Branch Library; hcpl.net; 281-484-2036 FREE Preschool Story Time 10:45am; 3-5 yrs; Pearland Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 281-652-1677 FREE Bank of America Screen on the Green 7pm; Skate and watch or just enjoy the movie. Skating fees apply. You are welcome to bring blankets, and chairs to view from the hill.; Discovery Green in Downtown Houston; discoverygreen.com; 713-400-7336 December 7 FREE Adaptive Recreation: Bowling 1pm; Open to all persons with developmental disabilities. Parents, guardians and caregivers must assist those with special needs to make this a rewarding experience. Open to all skill levels. RSVP to acerda@ pearlandtx.gov; Alvin Bowling Center; pearlandparks.com; 281-412-8931 FREE Crafts for Kids 3pm; Manvel Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 281-489-7596 FREE Adaptive Recreation: Basketball 6pm; Open to all persons with developmental disabilities. Learn basic basketball skills. Open to all skill levels. Parents, guardians and caregivers must assist those with special needs to make this a rewarding experience. No registration required.; Pearland Recreation Center & Natatorium, 4141 Bailey Rd.; pearlandparks.com; 281-412-8931 Santa @ Your Library 6:30pm; Bring your list and your biggest smile to meet the jolliest elf himself, Santa. Parents, don’t forget your camera!; Bracewell Neighborhood Library; hpl.lib.tx.us; 832-393-2580 FREE Adaptive Recreation: Wheelchair Basketball/Football 7pm; Open to all persons with physical disabilities who are independent in their wheelchairs. Choose which sport to play. No registration required.; Pearland Recreation Center & Natatorium, 4141 Bailey Rd.; pearlandparks.com; 281-412-8931
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FUN -TIME CALENDAR December 8 – 10 The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Shadycrest Baptist Church; kidsbackporchproductions.org; 281-412-5350 December 9 – 10 City Ballet of Houston Nutcracker The Grand 1894 Opera House; thegrand.com; 800-821-1894 December 9, 12, 23 & 26 AMC Sensory Friendly Films AMC is proud to partner with the Autism Society to offer unique movie showings where we turn the lights up, and turn the sound down, so you can get up, dance, walk, shout or sing! Please check your local theatre listings for specific showtimes.; AMC Gulf Pointe 30; amctheatres.com; 281-464-8801 December 9 Teddy Bear Checkup 9:30am; Bring your teddy bear, doll or other favorite friend for a ‘beary’ special checkup. This annual event lets kids become a doctor for the day by learning all about health & wellness. Santa will be there giving his friend a special checkup too!; The Health Museum; thehealthmuseum.org; 713-521-1515 FREE 2017 Gingerbread Build-Off 10am-4pm; Competing teams will create their masterpieces using 100% edible materials. Cheer on the teams, play in the kids’ construction zone, and see Santa!; Hermann Square at City Hall; facebook.com/ events/469658253399828 FREE Holiday in the Park 10am-6pm; Bring out the whole family for a day filled with festive holiday tunes from local and area school choirs, bands and amazing church choirs; Saengerfest Park, 23rd & Strand, Galveston; 409-621-2253 FREE GrandKids and Me 11am; Alvin Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 281-388-4300 FREE Weekend Movie and Activity 2pm; Pearland Westside Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 713-436-0995 December 10 BIG Love’s 2017 Santa Dash 8am; Please feel free to dress in any festive holiday attire: Santa, Elves, Reindeer, Ugly Sweaters... We will also be collecting toys for cancer kids at this event. (unwrapped please); Pearland Town Center; pearlandtowncenter.com December 12 – 24 Sleeping Beauty and Her Winter Knight A modern, snow-filled spectacular for every generation.; Hobby Center; tuts.com; 713-558-8887
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December 12 FREE Para los Ninos 10:30am; Bracewell Neighborhood Library; hpl.lib.tx.us; 832-393-2580
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December 13 FREE Toddler Playtime 11:15am; Bracewell Neighborhood Library; hpl.lib.tx.us; 832-393-2580 FREE Kinder Korner 4:30pm; Pearland Westside Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 713-436-0995 December 14 FREE Family Night at Galveston Children’s Museum 4:30pm; Galveston Children’s Museum; galvestoncm.org; 409-572-2544 FREE Pajama Night 7pm; Alvin Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 281-388-4300 Handel’s Messiah 8pm; Sugar Land Baptist Church; houstonsymphony.org December 15 – 17 Handel’s Messiah Jones Hall; houstonsymphony.org December 15 The Texas Tenors - Deep in the Heart of Christmas 8pm; The Grand 1894 Opera House; thegrand.com; 800-821-1894 December 16 Santa Train 11am; Come visit with Santa Claus and his helpers and take a ride on the Harborside Express!; Galveston Railroad Museum; galvestonrrmuseum.com; 409-765-5700
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snow cloud down to the Children’s Museum of Houston for a onetime, exclusive meet-and-greet and musical extravaganza, bringing her coolness to the Museum. Come feel the brisk presence of Elsa and snap a selfie with her entourage during this fan celebration. Don’t miss this cool event!; Children’s Museum of Houston; cmhouston.org; 713-522-1138 Cookies with Santa 11am; Join the holiday countdown with a cookie jar full of fun and Santa Claus before he embarks on his annual journey around the world!; Children’s Museum of Houston; cmhouston.org; 713-522-1138 December 25 Christmas Day on the Kemah Boardwalk 6:30pm; Bring your family and friends to enjoy great food and rides.; Kemah Boardwalk; kemahboardwalk.com; 281-3349880 December 27 FREE Kidz Korner Story Time 9:15am; Pearland Recreation Center & Natatorium, 4141 Bailey Rd.; bcls.lib.tx.us December 28 FREE Preschool Story Time 10:45am; Pearland Recreation Center & Natatorium, 4141 Bailey Rd.; bcls.lib.tx.us
FREE Family Fun Day 11:30am; Manvel Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 281-489-7596
FREE Craft Carnival 2pm; Pearland Westside Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 713-436-0995
December 17 Santa Hustle Galveston 5K & Half Marathon 8am; Old Galveston Square, 2300 Strand St; santahustle.com
December 29 – 30 Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets in Concert Jones Hall; houstonsymphony.org
December 20 FREE Kidz Korner Story Time 9:15am; Pearland Recreation Center & Natatorium, 4141 Bailey Rd.; bcls.lib.tx.us FREE STEM Camp 4:30pm; Pearland Westside Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 713-436-0995 December 21 FREE Preschool Story Time 10:45am; Pearland Recreation Center & Natatorium, 4141 Bailey Rd.; bcls.lib.tx.us FREE Toddler Time 11am; Alvin Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 281-388-4300 FREE Craft Carnival 2pm; Pearland Westside Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 713-436-0995 December 23 Frozen Over 10am-5pm; The snow queen herself, along with Kristoff and her trusted partner in crime Olaf, is flying on a
December 30 - January 6 The Nutcracker Staring at $25; The Hobby Center; houstonballet.org; 713-227-2787 December 30 – 31 Disney Live! Mickey & Minnie’s Doorway to Magic NRG Arena; ticketmaster.com; 800-745-3000 December 30 FREE Craft Carnival 2pm; Pearland Westside Branch Library; bcls.lib.tx.us; 713-436-0995 Ice Skate with Story Book Stars 5pm; Your Story book stars will be on hand to skate with kids. Bring your camera for pictures!; $14; Discovery Green in Downtown Houston; discoverygreen.com; 713-400-7336 December 31 New Year’s Eve Family Celebration on the Boardwalk Ring in the New Year with family fun & fireworks.; Kemah Boardwalk; kemahboardwalk.com; 281-334-9880
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