November 26 thru December 26: Charles Dickens’ story was created to inspire a spirit of charity toward those less fortunate. This Helen Hayes Awards–recommended original production of this classic story has become an annual holiday tradition, delighting patrons of all ages. FSa 8pm, SaSu 2pm, Classic Theatre of Maryland, Annapolis, $68 w/discounts, RSVP: classictheatremaryland.org.
Celebrate the season with an adventurous musical trip around the world. Sultans of String’s Christmas Caravan delivers an exuberant performance featuring originals, world-music inspired classics, and seasonal favorites to warm your heart on a cold winter’s night. 8pm, Maryland Hall, Annapolis, $79-$119 w/discounts, RSVP: annapolissymphony.org.
Bring an unwrapped new toy for Toys for Tots; prizes awarded for best outfits. 8pm, Pirates Cove Restaurant, Galesville: piratescovemd.com.
The Annapolis Chorale performs Handel’s Messiah with the Chamber Orchestra in this beloved holiday tradition. FSa 8pm, Su 3pm, St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, Church Circle, Annapolis, $40, RSVP: liveartsmd.org.
November 20 thru December 23 Experience the magic and capture the spirit of the holiday season with a visit to Santa’s Cottage where you will meet Saint Nick himself and take home a photo for the whole family to treasure. On Saturdays, have cookies with Mrs. Claus (1-3pm). Tuesdays, get pet photos with Santa (5-8pm). […]
Shop local artists and vendors such as My Fancy Finds, the Nicki Palermo Group, Swamp Witch Metals, Chesapeake Paddle Sports, Kim’s Crystals, Leila’s Treats, Seint Makeup, It’s Essential Candles & Lotion, plus enjoy hot cocoa bombs, holiday tumblers, artwork, jewelry and crafts; plus guest passes to try the gym, membership and personal training specials. […]
Learn how to make a fire poker out of simple bars of steel in this workshop (ages 15+). 9am-1pm, Jefferson Patterson Park, St. Leonard, $40 w/discounts, RSVP: jefpat.maryland.gov.
Historic Sotterley presents a market of local food and products plus a fly-in visit from Santa (11:30am). 9am-1pm, Airport Terminal building, 44200 Airport Rd., California: Sotterley.org.
Music by Sally Sappington. 10am, The Big Bean, Severna Park: thebigbean.com.
Join a ranger and learn to track different species of animals in the upland forests of Maryland; dress for weather and mud. 10-11am, South River Farm Park, Edgewater, RSVP: [email protected].
Children (ages 4-10) listen to Santa read classic holiday books, plus enjoy free hot chocolate from Starbucks; families are encouraged to bring a book to donate to the center’s Little Free Library. 10-11am, Bowie Town Center, free: bowietowncenter.com.
Elementary school students improve skills by reading to canine tutors. 10am-noon, Edgewater Library, RSVP: aacpl.net.
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