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Published: December 4, 2008
Updated: 12/04/2008 01:34 pm
THURSDAY, DEC. 4
Film
DREAMS WITH SHARP TEETH: 7 p.m., Weatherspoon Art Museum, UNC Greensboro. A documentary on the author Harlan Ellison, narrated by Robin Williams, with original music by Richard Thompson. Co-sponsored by Revolve Film and Music Festival. Free. See www.revolvefestival.com/program.html.
Music
CAROLS OF THE BELLS BENEFIT CONCERT: 6 p.m., Davis Chapel, Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. The WFU Student Handbell Ensemble will perform to benefit Brenner Children's Hospital. Free; donations accepted. Call 401-330-9572.
HOLIDAY CHORAL CONCERT: 7:30 p.m., Brendle Recital Hall, Wake Forest University. Presented by the university choral department. Free. Call 336-758-5364.
BOYS OF THE LOUGH — A CELTIC CHRISTMAS: 7:30 p.m., McGlohon Theatre at Spirit Square, 345 N. College St., Charlotte. Admission$24-$38. Call 704-372-1000 or see www.BlumenthalCenter.org.
THE THREE IRISH TENORS —CHRISTMAS FROM DUBLIN: 8 p.m., The Historic Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene Street, Greensboro. Admission $27.50, $25.50 for seniors, military personnel and students. Call 336-333-2605 or see www.CarolinaTheatre.com.
Theater
THE SANTALAND DIARIES: A comedy by David Sedaris; 7 p.m. Dec. 4 through 6, 10 through 13 and 17 through 20, 10 p.m. Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20; The UpStage Cabaret at the Pyrle Theater, 232 S. Elm St., Greensboro. Presented by Triad Stage. Recommended for mature audiences. Admission $18, students with valid ID can get $8 tickets one hour before each performance, subject to availability. Call 336-272-0160 or see www.triadstage.org.
BEAUTIFUL STAR — AN APPALACHIAN NATIVITY: By Preston Lane, with music by Laurelyn Dossett; through Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. Sundays and Tuesdays through Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays; The Pyrle Theater, 232 S. Elm St., Greensboro. Presented by Triad Stage. For ticket information, call 336-272-0160, or see www.triadstage.org.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL: Charles Dickens' classic holiday tale; through Dec. 21, High Point Theatre, 220 E. Commerce Ave., High Point. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4; opening 8 p.m. Dec. 5; additional performances at 8 p.m. Dec. 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20; 2 p.m. Dec. 7, 14 and 21; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11 (community night) and 18 (rush). Presented by the N.C. Shakespeare Festival. Tickets regularly $25 and $31, $21 and $23 for seniors and students; special prices for previews, community-night and rush performances. Call 336-887-3001 or see ncshakes.org or www.highpointtheatre.com.
A HATFUL OF RAIN: A drama by Michael V. Gazzo; 8 p.m. Dec. 4 through 6; Koury Hospitality Careers Center, Guilford Technical Community College, Jamestown. Admission $12, $10 for seniors, $7 for students. Call 336-334-4822, ext. 2496.
Poetry and literature
POETIC EXPRESSIONS: 6-8 p.m. Thursdays, Dr. J's House of Soul Food, 1527 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Open-mike poetry readings. Food available for purchase. Free. Call 336-771-7663.
Health
ZUMBA GOLD: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Thursdays, Department of Senior Citizens, 106 Alma Owens Drive, Lexington. Preregistration required. Fee: $15 for four sessions. Call 336-242-2290.
CHAIR YOGA: 10 a.m. Thursdays, Sunrise Yoga Studio, Meadowbrook Mall, Clemmons. Appropriate for those who need a slower-pace class, including those who use wheelchairs and walkers. For fee information, call 336-778-1233 or see www.SunriseYoga.net.
ZUMBA GOLD: 7:15-8 p.m. Thursdays, Taylor Recreation Center, 1471 Clemmonsville Road. Preregistration required. Fee: $25 for a four-week session. Call 336-650-7695.
Gay
BLACK, MALE AND GAY IN CORPORATE AMERICA — THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES: 6:30 p.m., Anderson Center, Winston-Salem State University. A lecture by Brandon G. Major of Food Lion, followed by a panel discussion with Donna Old-ham of Dell, Candice Wooten of Reynolds American and Ed Hanes of WSSU. Sponsored by the Gay-Straight Student Alliance of WSSU and WSSU Black Men for Change. Free. Call Shaun Trotter at 252-571-4175 or send e-mail to strotter106@wssu.edu.
Environment
GREEN DRINKS WINSTON-SALEM HOLIDAY PARTY: 5:30 p.m., Krankies Coffee, 211 E. Third St. Catering by Camino Bakery and Krankies. Call Sarah Olson at 336-403-8840 or send e-mail to GreenDrinksWinston@gmail.com.
Kids
DISNEY ON ICE — A DISNEYLAND ADVENTURE: 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 4, 7 p.m. Dec. 5, 11 a.m. and 3 and 7 p.m. Dec. 6, 1 and 5 p.m. Dec. 7; Greensboro Coliseum, Greensboro. Admission $14-$40. Call 336-722-6400 or see www.ticketmaster.com.
Holiday happenings
HOLIDAY PLANTS SALE: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, and10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays through the holiday season at Reynolda Gardens. See www.reynoldagardens.org or call 336-758-5593.
MUSEUM SHOP ANNUAL HOLIDAY SALE: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays through Dec. 17 at the Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University. Call 336-758-5364.
CHINQUA PENN HOLIDAY AND CANDLELIGHT TOURS: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 1-5 p.m. Sundays, from Nov. 28 through Jan. 4; Chinqua Penn Plantation, 2138 Wentworth St., Reidsville. The mansion will be decorated for the season and evening tours will include live music. For ticket information, call 336-349-4576 or see www.chinquapenn.com.
FOOTHILLS ARTS COUNCIL CHRISTMAS SHOP: The Foothills Arts Council will hold its annual "Art Is For Giving" show and sale through Dec.19 at the council offices at 129 Church St., Elkin. Local artists will offer ceramic teapots, shawls, soap, artwork, jewelry, silk scarves and more. Shop hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays. For more information, call 336-835-2025.
CANDLE TEAS: 12:30-8:30 p.m. Dec. 4, 5, 11 and 12, 11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Dec. 6 and 13, Single Brothers' House, Old Salem. Costumed guides, sugar cake and coffee, lighted putz scenes of the Nativity and of circa 1900 Old Salem. Admission $4, $1 for children 12 and younger. Call 336-749-9463 or see www.candletea.org.
CHRISTMAS CASTLE VILLAGE: 5-8:30 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays through Dec. 21, as well as Dec. 22 and 23 at Castle McCulloch, 3925 Kivett Drive, Jamestown. Live Christmas show with a Christmas Castle, Elfland, a singing Christmas tree, 40 actors, specialty crafts and gifts, and more. General admission $11, $7 for children; VIP tickets are $3 more. Call 336-887-5413 or see www.ChristmasCastleVillage.com.
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS: 6-11 p.m. nightly through Jan. 1, Tanglewood Park, Clemmons. A four-mile route with 180 lighted static and animated displays. In addition, visitors can shop at more than 120 arts and crafts stalls, roast marshmallows and drink hot chocolate. Admission $10-$80. Call 336-778-6300.
MESDA'S WINTER PLEASURES: Through Dec. 31, Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts, Old Salem. Enjoy holiday decorations as MESDA re-creates winter scenes from the early South. All-in-One or Two-Stop ticket required. Call 336-721-7300.
TREE FEST: Mondays through Saturdays during the holiday season at the Ashe Arts Center, 303 School Ave., West Jefferson. Seven deco-rated holiday trees will be on view. Call 336-846-2787 or see www.ashecountyarts.org.
FRIDAY, DEC. 5
Music
WINSTON-SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY CHAMBER MUSIC: 3 p.m., Diggs Gallery, Winston-Salem State University. Free. Call 336-750-2531.
MENOTTI'S AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5 and 6, and 2 p.m. Dec. 6, First Presbyterian Church, 300 N. Cherry St. Presented by Piedmont Opera. Admission $25, $13.50 for children 7-17 with a paying adult, free for children 6 and younger. See www.piedmontopera.org or call 336-724-3202.
MIKE CROSS: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5 and 6, Fairgrove Music, 224 Cedar Lodge Road, Thomasville. Admission $20. Call 336-472-1111.
SALEM COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA: 8 p.m., Salem Fine Arts Center, Salem College. Free. Call 336-766-6712.
DARDEN SMITH: 8 p.m., Blessings, 823 Reynolda Road. Sponsored by Fiddle & Bow. Admission $10, $8 for members. Call 336-724-9393 or see www.fiddleandbow.org.
LEE GREENWOOD CHRISTMAS: 8 p.m., Walker Center, Wilkes Community College, Wilkesboro. Admission $39, $37 for seniors, students and children. Dinner available before the show by reservation only. Call 336-838-6260 or see www.WalkerCenterOnline.org.
BLUE RIDGE BACKROADS LIVE AT THE REX: 8-10 p.m., Rex Theater, Galax, Va. Guest artists: the Sigmon Stringers. Free. Call 276-236-0329 or see www.rextheatergalax.com.
BEL CANTO COMPANY: 8 p.m. Dec. 5 and 6, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8; St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 2105 W. Market St., Greensboro. Guest artists: the Glenn High School Concert Choir and the Greensboro Youth Chorus. Admission $20, $15 for seniors, $5 for students. Call 336-333-2220.
YES — IN THE PRESENT: 8 p.m., The Historic Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., Greensboro. Admission $35-$75. Call 336-333-2605 or see www.CarolinaTheatre.com.
RICHIE HAVENS: 8 p.m., McGlohon Theatre at Spirit Square, 345 N. College St., Charlotte. Admission$20-$27.50. Call 704-372-1000 or see www.BlumenthalCenter.org.
BACH'S CHRISTMAS ORATORIO: The North Carolina Symphony, the North Carolina Symphony Baroque Chorus and the Capital City Girls Choir will be joined by a cast of soloists to perform the oratorio in three cities. Performances will be at 8 p.m. Dec. 5 at Meymandi Concert Hall, Raleigh, Dec. 6 at Pinecrest High School, Southern Pines, and Dec. 7 in Memorial Hall, UNC Chapel Hill. Admission $28-$47. Call 919-733-2750 or see www.ncsymphony.org.
Theater
A HIGH COUNTRY CHRISTMAS CAROL: An adaptation by Robert Inman of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol; 7 p.m. Dec. 5, 6 and 11 through 13, 2 p.m. Dec. 6, 7, 13 and 14; Hayes Performing Arts Center, Blowing Rock. Presented by the Blowing Rock Stage Company. Admission $18, $14 for students, $10 for children 10 and younger. Call 828-295-9627 or see www.HayesCenter.org.
Dogs
GREATER HICKORY KENNEL CLUB SHOW: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Annex and Education buildings, Joel Coliseum. For ticket information, call Ed Lane at 828-465-2550 or send e-mail to primodane@yahoo.com.
Visual arts
FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY HOP: 7-10 p.m., Sixth and Trade streets. Receptions for exhibitions, caroling by local choirs and school groups, artist demonstrations, free horse-and-carriage rides. Leigh Somerville McMillan will sign copies of her novel, It All Started with a Dog, at 7 p.m. at the Studios at 625, 625 N. Trade St. All events are free. See www.dadaws.org.
Holiday happenings
WINSTON-SALEM CRAFTS GUILD'S HOLIDAY SHOP: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 1-5 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 21, 122 Reynolda Village. Juried artists display their handmade arts and crafts. Free. See www.winstonsalemcraftsguild.com.
CANDLE TEA: 6 p.m., Bethania Moravian Church, 5545 Main St. A celebration of Moravian Christmas traditions, with music, refreshments and tours of the sanctuary. Free. Call 336-922-1284 or see www.BethaniaMoravian.org.
SATURDAY, DEC. 6
Film
JACK TAYLOR OF BEVERLY HILLS: 7 p.m., Salem Fine Arts Center, Salem College. A film on the Hollywood tailor who created clothing for Cary Grant, Elvis Presley and others. Sponsored by Revolve Film and Music Festival and the Salem College Center for Women Writers. Admission $10, $8 in advance. Tickets available online only at www.RevolveFestival.com.
Music
VOCE HOLIDAY CONCERT: 3 p.m., Griffith Playhouse, Mount Airy. Admission $10. Call 336-786-7998 or see www.surryarts.org.
HOLIDAY CONCERTS: The MarketBell Ringers will perform at 4 p.m., followed by "Bending Towards the Light, a Jazz Nativity" at 5 p.m., at West Market Street United Methodist Church, 302 W. Market St., Greensboro. Free; donations accepted. Childcare available. Call 336-275-4587.
HARMONY FOR THE HOLIDAYS: 7 p.m., New Philadelphia Moravian Church, 4440 Country Club Road. A performance by Triad Harmony Express and the New Philadelphia choirs. Free. Call 336-774-4044.
UNC SCHOOL OF THE ARTS WOODWIND FACULTY: 7:30 p.m., Watson Hall, UNC School of the Arts. Admission $12, $10 for seniors and students. Call 336-721-1945.
GO TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN: 8 p.m., Farthing Auditorium, Appalachian State University, Boone. A Christmas show by the Blind Boys of Alabama. Admission $18. Call 800-841-2787 or 828-262-4046, or see www.pas.appstate.edu.
TRIAD PRIDE MEN'S CHORUS: 8 p.m. Dec. 6, Greensboro Day School, 5401 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro; 8 p.m. Dec. 13, Watson Hall, UNC School of the Arts. Admission $18, $15 in advance. Call 336-589-6267 or see www.TriadPrideMensChorus.org.
BOB MARGOLIN: 8 p.m., Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St., Greensboro. Sponsored by the Eastern Music Festival. Admission $22, $20 in advance. Call 866-579-8499 or see www.EasternMusicFestival.org.
Theater
YOU OUGHT TO BE ASHAMED OF YOURSELF: A Christmas musical by Janice Price; 7 p.m., File Goodwin Center, Mount Zion Baptist Church, 950 File St. Presented by the church's Drama Guild. Free. Call 336-682-2281 or 336-722-2325.
Dance
SALEM COLLEGE DANCE COMPANY: 7 p.m. Dec. 6, 2 p.m. Dec. 7, Salem Fine Arts Center, Salem College. Admission $5, $3 for students. Call 336-917-5493.
THE NUTCRACKER: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6, 7 and 11 through 14, 2 p.m. Dec. 6, 7, 13 and 14; Stevens Center, 405 W. Fourth St. Presented by the UNC School of the Arts and the Winston-Salem Symphony. Guest artists: Gillian Murphy and Blaine Hoven of American Ballet Theatre. Admis-sion $20-$65. On Thursday and Sunday nights, "Family 4-Pack" tickets will be available for $110 and $130. Call 336-721-1945.
Nature
FIRST SATURDAY OUTING: 10 a.m., Hanging Rock State Park, Danbury. A 4.2-mile hike on the Moore's Wall Loop Trail. Meet at the parking lot near the bath house. Sponsored by the Dan River Basin Association. Free. Call Paul Johnson at 434-579-7599 or see www.danriver.org.
Poetry and literature
AN EVENING OF HAIKU: 6:30 p.m., Associated Artists of Winston-Salem Gallery, 301 W. Fourth St. Wine and cheese reception, followed by performances by Roberta Beary; Lenard D. Moore; and Fleur-de-Lisa, an a cappella group. Sponsored by the Haiku Society of America. Call Robert Moyer at 336-577-6371.
Dogs
FORSYTH KENNEL CLUB SHOW: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 6 and 7, Annex and Education buildings, Joel Coliseum. For ticket information, send e-mail to Tina Sanderford at shosanmals@yahoo.com.
Model railroads
SOUTHBOUND MODEL RAILROADERS OPEN HOUSE: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 6, 1-5 p.m. Dec. 7, South Fork Recreation Center, 4403 Country Club Road. Operating model-train layouts will be on view. Club members will be on hand to answer questions. Proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House of Winston-Salem. Admission by donation. See www.sbmrr.org.
Fundraisers
ANNUAL TURKEY SHOOT: 8 a.m., West Central Community Center, Yadkinville Road. Last one of the season. Sponsored by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8593. Proceeds benefit VFW charity programs. Call 336-924-4443 or 336-659-4527.
CHRISTMAS HOMES TOUR: 2-6 p.m., Crescent neighborhood, Salisbury. Six homes will be on view. There will be strolling musicians; gowns from the collection of Diana, Princess of Wales; holiday decorations; and refreshments. Proceeds benefit the Salisbury Symphony. Tickets are $15, $12 in advance, $10 for students. Call 704-638-3100 or see www.SalisburySymphony.org/guild.asp.
Country living
GRAZING ALONG THE CROOKED ROAD: 1-3 p.m., Mountain Meadow Farm and Craft Market, 12134 Squirrel Spur Road, Meadows of Dan, Va. Co-authors will Betty Skeens and Libby Bondurant will sign copies of their new book, which is a collection of recipes, stories and remedies collected from people living in the 10-county Crooked Road region of Virginia. Free. Call 276-952-6575.
Wine
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 6, 1-5 p.m. Dec. 7, The Vineyards of Swan Creek, Yadkin Valley. Raffaldini, Buck Shoals, Laurel Gray, Dobbins Creek and Shadow Springs vineyards will have wine tastings, music, appetizers and more. See www.SwanCreekVineyards.com.
Kids
BEATRIX POTTER'S THE TAILOR OF GLOUCESTER: 10 a.m. Dec. 5, 11 a.m. Dec. 6, First Presbyterian Church, N. Cherry Street. Presented by the Children's Theatre of Winston-Salem and Theatre IV. For ages 4 and older. Admission $8 and $12. Call 336-725-4531 or see www.ChildrensTheatreWS.org.
BIO RITMO — A CONCERT FOR KIDS: 4 p.m., Greensboro Montessori School, 2856 Horse Pen Creek Road, Greensboro. Sponsored by the Eastern Music Festival. Admission $10, $6 for children. Call 866-579-8499 or see www.EasternMusicFestival.org.
FOUR CHRISTMASES FOR CHILDREN: 5:30-8 p.m., Bethabara Park, 2147 Bethabara Road. Create family memories around a bonfire at a Backcountry Celtic Christmas with a lantern-lit walk in colonial fields followed by a children's candlelight lovefeast re-enactment in the 1788 Gemeinhaus, an old-fashioned Christmas "Gambol" in the 1803 Buttner House, and a Jolly Squire's Christmas Dance with entertainment. Reservations required. Admission $5, $3 for children. Call 336-924-8191.
Holiday happenings
LEWISVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY HOLIDAY CELEBRATION: 11 a.m., 6490 Shallowford Road, Lewisville. Stories, craft-making session, treats and a visit from Santa. From noon until 2 p.m., the Friends of the Lewisville Library will sell book baskets for holiday giving. Free. Call 336-703-2940.
HOLIDAY ETIQUETTE SEMINAR: 11 a.m., Replacements Ltd., 1089 Knox Road, McLeansville. Replacements' etiquette coach, Jill Slatter, will offer advice on dinner table dos and don'ts and the lost art of fine dining. Registration required. Free. Call 336-697-3000, ext. 2233.
SANTA TRAIN: Dec. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, N.C. Transportation Museum, Spencer. Rides are $3.50-$7. Call 704-636-2889 or see www.nctrans.org/events/santa_train.php.
WINSTON-SALEM JAYCEES HOLIDAY PARADE: 5 p.m., Fourth Street. Free. See www.wsparade.org.
CHRISTMAS-TREE LIGHTING: 5 p.m., Bethania Visitor Center, 5480 Bethania Road, Bethania. Tree lighting, Christmas carols and more. Those attending can bring a favorite Christmas sweet to share. Karen Cecil Smith will sign copies of her book, An Old Salem Christmas, 1840. Free. Call 336-922-0434 or see www.townofbethania.org.
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION: 6:30 p.m., Corpening Plaza, immediately after the Jaycees Holiday Parade. Festivities will include dancers, a performance from "The Nutcracker," music, and appearances by Miss Forsyth County and Santa Claus. Free.
SUNDAY, DEC. 7
Music
HANDEL'S MESSIAH: 3 p.m., Reynolds Auditorium, 301 N. Hawthorne Road. Sponsored by the Mozart Club. Free; donations accepted. Call Jamie Allen at 336-785-9842 or send e-mail to jallen9@triad.rr.com.
CAROL SING: 3 p.m., Gray Auditorium, Old Salem Visitor Center. With the Moramus Chorale. Free. Call 336-721-7300 or see www.oldsalem.org.
STEEP CANYON RANGERS: 7 p.m., Church of the Covenant, 501 S. Mendenhall St., Greensboro. Admission $10-$15. Call 336-275-6403.
THE DAN TYMINSKI BAND: 7 p.m., McGlohon Theatre at Spirit Square, 345 N. College St., Charlotte. Admission $25. See www.CarolinaTix.com.
GLENN BOLICK: 7:30 p.m., Hayes Performing Arts Center, Blowing Rock. Admission $10. Call 828-295-9627 or see www.HayesCenter.org.
CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY OF LINCOLN CENTER: 8 p.m., Watson Hall, UNC School of the Arts. Admission $12, $10 for seniors and students. Call 336-721-1945.
Holiday happenings
FEARRINGTON HOLIDAY MARKET: Noon until 4 p.m., Fearrington Village, Pittsboro. A European-style market with N.C. artists and vendors, live music, children's activities, roasted chestnuts and mulled wine. Call 919-542-2121.
NATIONAL POINSETTIA DISPLAY: 12:30-4:30 p.m., Mitchell's Nursery & Greenhouse, 1088 Dalton Road, King. Refreshments, door prizes and more than 8,000 poinsettias in 51 varieties on display. Poinsettias will be available for purchase. Free. Call 336-983-4107.
VALLE CRUCIS FIRESIDE TOUR: 1-6 p.m., Valle Crucis. Thirteen notable buildings will be on view, including the Original Mast General Store, the Baird House, the Taylor House Inn, Holy Cross Episcopal Church and the Mast Farm Inn. Tickets are $10. See www.vallecrucis.com.
CHRISTMAS MAUS — A HOLIDAY CELEBRATION: 3:30 p.m., Salem Fine Arts Center, Salem College. John Hutton will sign read from Christmas Maus, which he wrote and illustrated. He will also give an art lesson. Free. Call 336-917-5313.
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING: 6 p.m., The Children's Home, 1001 Reynolda Road. In addition to the lighting of the tree, there will be a hay ride through a live Nativity trail, lighting of the Old Sears Nativity Scene, caroling, hot chocolate and apple cider, and a visit from Santa. Free. Call 336-721-7607.
VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS PARTY: 7 p.m., Yancey House Restaurant, west of Yanceyville. Heavy hors d'oeuvres, open bar and live music by the Oakwood Waits a cappella group. Proceeds benefit programs for children in Caswell County. Reservations required. Admission $130 a couple, or $65 a person. Call 336-694-4225 or see www.YanceyVillage.com.
CHRISTMAS LOVEFEAST: 8 p.m., Wait Chapel, Wake Forest University. The largest lovefeast in North America. Free. Call 336-758-5232.
Kids
SOULFUL SANTA: 1 p.m., Special Occasions bookstore, 112 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Children can visit and have their picture taken with Soulful Santa. Free. Call 336-724-0334.
AUTHOR KAREN CECIL SMITH: 2-4 p.m. Dec. 7, Borders, Thruway Shopping Center; 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 12, Family Christian Stores, 1608 S. Stratford Road; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 13, Thomasville Emporium, 12 Commerce St., Thomasville; 2-4 p.m. Dec. 14, Barnes & Noble Book-sellers, 1925 Hampton Inn Court. Smith will discuss and sign copies of her new book, An Old Salem Christmas, 1840. Free. Call Parkway Publishers at 800-821-9155 or see www.ParkwayPublishers.com.
FAMILY FIRST WORKSHOP: 2-4 p.m., Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road. Children can use tree cuttings and other seasonal elements to create holiday cards and gift tags. For elementary-school-age children accompanied by an adult. Reservations required. Admission $7. Call 336-758-5389.
MONDAY, DEC. 8
Music
WINSTON-SALEM NEW HORIZON BAND REHEARSALS: 9 and 10 a.m. Mondays, Maple Springs United Methodist Church, 2569 Reynolda Road. The beginners band will meet from 9 to 10 a.m., the more advanced group from 10 a.m. until noon. Call Peter Perret at 336-407-2110.
GOLDEN TRIAD CHORUS REHEARSALS: 7-9:30 p.m. Mondays, First Presbyterian Church, 611 Oakhurst St., Kernersville. Four-part a cappella harmony for women ages 16 and older. Call 336-996-3152 or see www.GoldenTriadChorus.org.
Senior adults
HOLIDAY PARTIES FOR OLDER ADULTS: 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road. Light refreshments, decorations, live music by Holiday Harmony and Holiday Grove. Reservations required. Free. Call 336-758-5467 or see www.reynoldahouse.org.
Health
ZUMBA GOLD BASICS: 9:10-9:55 a.m. or 4-4:45 p.m. Mondays, South Fork Recreation Center, 4403 Country Club Road. Preregistration required. Fee: $25 for a four-week session. Call 336-659-4305.
CHAIR ZUMBA: 3-4:45 p.m. Mondays, South Fork Recreation Center, 4403 Country Club Road. Preregistration required. Fee: $25 for a four-week session. Call 336-659-4305.
TAI CHI: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays, Blessings, 823 Reynolda Road. Tai Chi and Chi Kung taught by Sandy Seeber of Three Treasures Tai Chi. Suitable for all fitness and experience levels. Registration requested. Free. Call 336-659-1599, ext. 104, or send e-mail to sandy@threetreasures.org.
Fundraisers
FORSYTH HUMANE SOCIETY: 6-8 p.m., World Villages, Miller Street Market shopping center. This fair-trade retailer of artisan-crafted goods from around the world will donate 15 percent of purchases to the Forsyth Humane Society. Pet-adoption information will be available. For more information, see www.forsythhumane.org or call 336-721-1303.
Kids
TODDLER STORY TIME: 10:30 a.m. Mondays, Lewisville Branch Library, 6490 Shallowford Road, Lewisville. Stories, songs, crafts, puppets and more for children ages 18 months-3 years. Free. Call 336-703-2940.
TUESDAY, DEC. 9
Film
IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9 and 10, The Historic Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., Greensboro. Admission $5. Call 336-333-2605 or see www.CarolinaTheatre.com.
Music
ACAPPELLAGEDDON: 6:30 p.m., Legends, Appalachian State University, Boone. A cappella groups will perform. They include Return 2 Zero, Another Level, Assorted Chocolates and Ear Candy. Admission $6, $4 in advance. See www.StudentPrograms.appstate.edu.
GUITAR CLASS RECITAL: 7:30 p.m., Watson Hall, UNC School of the Arts. Students of Gerald Klickstein and Joseph Pecoraro will perform. Free. Call 336-721-1945.
HIGHLAND CAMERATA WINTER CONCERTS: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9, Sparta Presbyterian Church, Sparta; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12, Brush Creek Hall, Independence, Va.; 3 p.m. Dec. 14, Galax Presbyterian Church, Galax, Va. Free; donations accepted. Call Debbie Brady at 336-372-4402.
Poetry and literature
PENSTERS: 10 a.m. the second Tuesday, Knollwood Baptist Church, Youth Building C, 330 Knollwood St. A group for writers, ages 55 and older. Free. Call Susan Meny at 336-727-2505.
Forums
THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ENTERTAINMENT COMPUTING:5:30-7 p.m., Suite 2105, Winston Tower., 301 N. Main St. Thomas Tucker will lead the discussion. Free. See www.CenterforDesignInnovation.org.
Gardening
FOR THE LOVE OF THE ORCHID: 12:30 p.m., Reynolda Gardens, Reynolda Village. A discussion with Dorcas Brogdon, an orchid collector. Free. Call 336-758-3485.
CAROLINA YARDS AND NEIGHBORHOODS WORKSHOP: 6-9 p.m., Forsyth County Agriculture Building, 1450 Fairchild Road. On designing and maintaining a yard that works with the local environment. Topics covered will include design principles, plant selection and pest control. Fee: $10. Call Wendi Hartup at 336-703-2858.
Women
THE GLOW PROJECT: 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., The Speedway Club, 5555 Concord Parkway, South Concord. Sandra Yancey will discuss her road to success and share stories from the making of The Glow Project, a movie on women achievers. Admission $45-$65. Sponsored by eWomenNet-work. Call 336-775-9622.
Kids
PRESCHOOLERS STORY TIME: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Lewisville Branch Library, 6490 Shallowford Road, Lewisville. Stories, songs, crafts, puppets and more for children ages 3-5. Free. Call 336-703-2940.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10
Music
ORGAN RECITALS: Noon, Dec. 10, 17 and 31, Gray Auditorium, Old Salem Visitor Center. Various regional organists will perform on the restored 1800 Tannenberg organ. Free. Call 336-721-7350.
Health
ZUMBA GOLD: 7:15-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Robbins Recreation Center, Lexington. Preregistration required. Fee: $25 for a four-week session. Call 336-248-3960.
Environment
BUILDING THE LOCAL FOOD ECONMONY — THE FARM TO FORK PROGRAM: 5:30-8:30 p.m., SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road. One of several meetings that will be held across the state in preparation for creating a statewide action plan. Sponsored by the Center for Environmental Farming Systems. Free. See CEFSFarmtoFork.com.
Kids
THE POLAR EXPRESS: Wear pajamas to a reading of The Polar Express at the Children's Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St. Reading at 9:30 a.m. for exceptional children, 10:30 for members and 11:30 for nonmembers. Admission $5 a child, $3 a child for members. See www.childrensmuseumofws.org or call 336-723-9111.
THURSDAY, DEC. 11
Music
THE EMBERS: 8 p.m., Griffith Playhouse, 218 Rockford St., Mount Airy. Admission $15, $10 in advance. Call 336-786-7998.
Holiday happenings
DANCIN' ON BROADWAY — A SONG AND DANCE REVUE (HOLIDAY EDITION): 7 p.m., The Enrichment Center, 1006 S. Marshall St. Presented by The Enrichment Center Performance Company and The Enrichment Center Percussion Ensemble. Afterward, there will be a reception and a sale of holiday items created by The Artists of Gateway Studios. Free. Call 336-777-0076, ext. 238.
HANDEL'S MESSIAH: 7 p.m., War Memorial Auditorium, Greensboro Coliseum Complex, Greensboro. Presented by the Greensboro Oratorio Society. Free. Call 336-373-7474.
Environment
ENERGY EFFICIENCY — A HOW-TO GUIDE: 7 p.m., Temple Emanuel, 201 Oakwood Drive. The documentaries Kilowatt Ours — Part 2 and How Do I? — Energy Efficiency will be shown as part of the temple's monthly Environmental Movie Night series. Free. Call 336-985-6022.
Women
WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT SESSION: 6 p.m., Old Salem Visitor Center, 900 S. Main St. Mercedes Miller will lead the workshop. Free. Call 336-413-2002 or see www.mercedes-empowers.com.
Kids
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION FOR THE KIDS: 6:30-7:30 p.m., Anderson Recreation Center, 2450 Reynolds Park Road. Singers, dancers and other entertainment, treats and a black Santa Claus. Free. Call 336-650-7684 or 336-767-7660.
FRIDAY, DEC. 12
Music
CASTING CROWNS CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION: 7 p.m., Greensboro Coliseum, Greensboro. Admission $20-$74. Call 336-722-6400 or see www.ticketmaster.com.
SOUND OF THE SPIRIT: 7:30 p.m., Moby's Coffee, 619 Deacon Blvd. Free. Call 336-917-6008.
BLUE RIDGE BACKROADS LIVE AT THE REX: 8-10 p.m., Rex Theater, Galax, Va. A Christmas show by Raymond Fairchild, Les Roten & Stone Mountain Travelers. Admission $5. Call 276-236-0329 or see www.rextheatergalax.com.
Theater
PLAID TIDINGS — A FOREVER PLAID CHRISTMAS: A musical by Stuart Ross; 8 p.m. Dec. 12, 13 and 17 through 20; 4 p.m. Dec. 13 and 20, 2 p.m. Dec. 14 and 21; Theatre Alliance, 1047 Northwest Blvd. Presented by Theatre Alliance. Admission $16, $13 for seniors and students, $12 for children. Call 336-723-7777.
BLACK NATIVITY: By Langston Hughes; 8 p.m. Dec. 12 and 13, 3 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14; The Arts Council Theatre, 610 Coliseum Drive. Presented by the N.C. Black Repertory Company. For ticket information, call 336-723-2266.
A LAURA INGALLS WILDER CHRISTMAS: A play for all ages by Laurie Brooks, based on the books by Wilder; 8 p.m. Dec. 12, 3 p.m. Dec. 13; Griffith Playhouse, 218 Rockford St., Mount Airy. Presented by the Surry Arts Players. Admission $10. Call 336-786-7998.
ANNIE: A musical by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin; 8 p.m. Dec. 12 and 13, 2 p.m. Dec. 13; War Memorial Auditorium, Greensboro Coliseum Complex, Greensboro. Presented by a national touring company. Part of the Triad Best of Broadway series. Admission $42.50-$55.50. Call 336-722-6400 or see www.ticketmaster.com.
Holiday happenings
EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY! 1-5 p.m., RayLen Vineyards & Winery, 3577 U.S. 158, Mocksville. A holiday open house, with wine samples and sales and live music by Victorian Voices. See www.RayLenVineyards.com.
HORSE AND BUGGY RIDES: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays from Dec. 12 through 20, Station on Main, 185 N. Main St., Mocksville. Admission $7, free for children 10 and younger. Call 336-753-0311 or 336-909-2263, or see www.HistoricDowntownMocksville.com.
Kids
CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL OF GIVING AND LIGHT: 4 p.m., Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road. Holiday music and theater for children ages 4-12 accompanied by an adult. Those who would like to take part in an optional art activity should arrive by 3:30. Free. Call 336-758-5150 or see www.reynoldahouse.org.
SCIWORKS HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE: 4-8 p.m., SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road. Live music by the Winston-Salem Suzuki Guitar Ensemble and the Twin City Tuba Band, planetarium shows, craft stations and holiday treats to eat and drink. Free. Call 336-767-6730.
YOUTH GINGER-COOKIE-HOUSE WORKSHOP: 4-5 p.m., Griffith Playhouse, 218 Rockford St., Mount Airy. Registration required. Fee, including all materials: $5. Call 336-786-7998.
SATURDAY, DEC. 13
Film
SAVE ME: 6 p.m., ACE Theatre Complex, UNC School of the Arts. Part of the OUT at the Movies gay and lesbian film series. Proceeds benefit the Adam Foundation and the School of Filmmaking of UNCSA. Admission $5. Call 336-918-0902.
Holiday happenings
A CHRISTMAS MEMORY: A one-woman play based on a short story by Truman Capote; 5 p.m., Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road. Starring Robin Voiers. Admission $12, $8 for members and students. Call 336-758-5150.
Gardening
ORCHID DISPLAY AND SALE: 9 a.m., Reynolda Gardens, Reynolda Village. Co-sponsored by the Triad Orchid Society. Free. Call 336-758-3485.
History
AUTHOR MOLLY GROGAN RAWLS: Noon until 2 p.m., Visit Winston-Salem, 200 Brookstown Ave. Rawls will sign copies of her new book, Winston-Salem. Free. See www.arcadiapublishing.com.
Fundraisers
CHRISTMAS RIDE FOR VETS: 9 a.m., American Legion Post 55, 111 Miller St. Motorcycle riders and their passengers will ride to the Veterans Administration Hospital in Salisbury to visit with the patients there and deliver gifts. There is a fee of $15 a rider, $5 a passenger. There will be a rider-equipment auction, door prizes and more. Call Ken Lewis at 336-471-9683 or Rick Hall at 336-918-8516.
A NIGHT WITH THE KING: 5:30 p.m., Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1075 Shalimar Drive. An evening of Christian comedy, choirs and music to benefit the building fund of The Academy of Excellence Christian School. Admission $10. Call 336-722-2396.
Kids
STORY TIME AND A MEET & GREET WITH CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG: 11 a.m., Children's Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St. Admission $7, free for members. Call 336-723-9111 or see www.ChildrensMuseumofWS.org.
SUNDAY, DEC. 14
Music
WINSTON-SALEM COMMUNITY BAND: 5:30 p.m., Fries Moravian Church, 251 N. Hawthorne Road. Free. Call 336-993-2325 or 336-727-2505.
PIEDMONT CHAMBER SINGERS CANDLELIGHT CONCERTS: 6 and 7 p.m., 1788 Gemeinhaus, Historic Bethabara Park, 2147 Bethabara Road. Free. Call 336-722-4022.
Holiday happenings
HISTORIC WEST END HOLIDAY TOUR: Noon until 5 p.m., beginning at the Bahnson House, 702 W. Fifth St. A self-guided tour of 10 properties. Tickets are $15, $12 in advance. See www.PreserveHistoricForsyth.org/westendtour.htm.
HOLIDAY TEA: 4:30-6 p.m., Yancey House Restaurant, west of Yanceyville. Three-course afternoon tea. Reservations required. Admission $23. Call 336-694-4225 or see www.yanceyvillage.com.
Dance
DALIANA & TROUPE BELLYSIMA'S HOLIDAY HAFLA BELLY DANCE SPECTACULAR: 3 p.m., Odeon Theatre, Greensboro Coliseum Complex, Greensboro. Admission $15. Call 336-373-7474.
Pets
PET UNIVERSITY: 1 and 3 p.m., Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 5570 Sturmer Park Circle. Classes for humans only on understanding cat and dog behaviors. The cat session will meet from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The dog session will meet from 3 to 5 p.m. and focus on teaching basic obedience commands. Shelter pets will be used for demonstrations. Presented by the Morykwas Fur*Ever Friends Adoption & Outreach Center. Registration required. Free. Call 336-659-4927 or send e-mail to petuniversity@aol.com.
Kids
HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD: 2-5 p.m., Children's Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St. Displays, crafts, stories and more in honor of Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas and more. Admission $7, free for members. Call 336-723-9111 or see www.ChildrensMuseumofWS.org.
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