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Holiday happenings in Houston, surrounding areas
10:49 AM CST on Monday, December 11, 2006
From Santa sightings, to sharing your good fortune, to being dazzled by awesome lights and scenes, there's something for everyone this Holiday season.
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We've complied a list of a few, yes, just a few of the things you can do around Houston and surrounding areas.
Seasons of Sharing
Through Jan. 7, 2007
The Children’s Museum of Houston’s Seasons of Sharing is the city’s only multicultural holiday exhibit, where dipa lamps, menorahs, Christmas lights, Lunar New Year lanterns, luminarias, kinaras and the crescent moon light the way.
Home for the Holidays
http://www.oldtownspringtx.com
Through Dec. 31, 2006
Just north of Houston, Old Town Spring typifies the holiday spirit with brightly decorated streets and shops nestled in a collection of wonderful old houses. Carolers, street performers and beautiful artistry make this an event to attend.
The Gingerbread Man
Through Dec. 23, 2006
Express Children’s Theatre presents Kevin Reese’s “The Gingerbread Man” where Tyler and Corrie’s mom has made the best Gingerbread Man ever! He can sing, dance and play games. There’s just one problem, they can’t get him to stay still for a moment, not even for the families big holiday party. A delightful holiday musical production.
Yuletide at Bayou Bend
Through Dec. 31, 2006
Come with your family and visit Yuletide at Bayou Bend Collections and Gardens, with the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and learn about colonial America during the holidays.
The Ice Rink and Donoho’s Jewellers Winter Wonderland
http://www.towncenterholidays.com
Through Jan. 15, 2007
The Ice Rink at The Woodlands Town Center
Come and enjoy the largest outdoor ice skating rink in the Southwest-The Ice Rink at The Woodlands Town Center with an ice surface of 60’ x 128’. Before or after skating, take a stroll through Donoho’s Jewellers Winter Wonderland. Follow the carpeted pathways through this two-acre magical fantasyland featuring lighted storybook displays surrounding The Ice Rink.
The Lester and Sue Smith Gem Vault
Through Dec. 31, 2020
The “Smith Gem Vault,” a new permanent hall, opens at Houston Museum of Natural Science, highlighting the most coveted gems and jewels ever displayed.
Santa Photos
http://www.shopwestoaksmall.com
Through Dec. 24, 2006
Capture that majic moment with Santa this holiday season at West Oaks Mall. Our naturally bearded Santa is the real thing. No padding needed!
Festival of Lights
Through Jan. 6, 2007
Moody Gardens
Festival of Lights
Festive sights and sounds will fill Moody Gardens at the fifth annual Festival of Lights, which will kick off the holiday season with Santa Claus parachuting in to switch on the lights.
A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story of Christmas'
Through Dec. 27, 2006
The classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge and the three ghosts that haunt him on Christmas Eve is back at the Alley Theatre with the new version that was first introduced in 2005. With scenery designed by Tony Straiges, costumes by Alejo Vietti, lighting by Rui Rita, and original music by John Gromada, this is surely a performance to not miss.
Junior School Holiday Exhibition
Through Dec. 31, 2006
Junior School Holiday Exhibition. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
The Star of Bethlehem
Through Jan. 1, 2007
“The Star of Bethlehem,” a new show open at the Burke Baker Planetarium of the Houston Museum of Natural Science, is a digital star-field recreation of the critical moment in the Bible when a bright star appeared in the sky to guide the wise men to the birthplace of Jesus of Nazareth.
Jingle Jaunts
http://www.discoverhoustontours.com
Through Dec. 23, 2006
Jingle Jaunt, from Discover Houston Tours, is a walking and METRORail tour to admire holiday decorations in downtown. Only December 2, 8-9, 15-16-17, 22-23-24,25,26,27,28,29,30.
Santa vs. the Snowman
Through Dec. 24, 2006
Houston Museum of Natural Science
Santa vs the Snowman
Tradition is turned on its head in “Santa vs. the Snowman,” at the Wortham IMAX at Museum of Natural Science, as an innocent and lovable snowman discovers Santa’s Village.
The Nutcracker
Through Dec. 27, 2006
Flying cooks. Dancing dolls. A Christmas tree that grows to spectacular heights. From the moment the curtain rises, “The Nutcracker” dazzles and delights audiences of all ages. Join Clara on her magical journey to the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets. You’ll marvel at the crystalline beauty of Desmond Heeley’s sets. You’ll swoon to the Tchaikovsky score. “The Nutcracker” is a family tradition you don’t want to miss.
A Christmas Carol: Scrooge & Marley
http://www.crightonplayers.org
December 1-16, 2006
Famous the world over, the often bizarre and ultimately heart-warming story of Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim and the others needs no detailing here.
Battleship TEXAS Presents “Yuletide TEXAS”
December 1-31, 2006
See the ship decorated throughout the month of December with lights, ornaments and decorations in the spirit of the season just the way the crewmembers did while serving our country about this historic Navy vessel.
The Toys Take Over Christmas
December 2-24, 2006
Stages Repertory Theatre’s seasonal favorite “The Toys Take Over Christmas” follows the adventures of Sunny, a cheerful, inquisitive rag doll brought to life by the Toymaker, whose toyshop is filled with living toys. Sunny makes an astonishing discovery that divides the loyalties of her newfound friends and jeopardizes the Toymaker’s claim to be the “Greatest Toymaker in the World!”
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
December 7-31, 2006
The legendary high-kickers from New York, the Rockettes, will bring their holiday spirit to Houston when Theatre Under The Stars and Broadway Across America - Houston co-present The Radio City Christmas Spectacular!
Fiesta Guadalupana
December 12, 2006
MECA’s annual celebration for the Feast Day of Our Lady Guadalupe is based on a tradition that dates back to 16th century Mexico. Millions of Hispanics throughout the nation and the Americas gather on this day to honor La Virgen de Guadalupe. MECA’s Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts Concert Series presents Fiesta Guadalupana at 8 p.m., with exhibit contributions from Houston artists. This free concert is at MECA’s Dow School Campus, located in Houston’s Old Sixth Ward.
A Tuna Christmas
December 12-17, 2006
It wouldn’t be Christmas (or the holiday season) without Tuna! It’s the night before Christmas, and comedy is about to break loose in Tuna, Texas. Join the original Tuna stars in more roles than there are ingredients in a tuna casserole at The Grand 1894 Opera House for a laugh-out-loud performance of A Tuna Christmas.
Wonderland Offers Fun for Families
December 14, 2006
Family and community event featuring snow, snowmen contests, ice sculptures, children’s crafts and activities, musical entertainment, food, fire truck rides, climbing wall, pony rides, mechanical bull, live nativity and Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Christmas Made in Italy
December 15-16, 2006
Join Mercury Baroque at the Wortham Center for hushed voices, wide-eyed candlelit faces, a Latin midnight mass… then home over snowy Roman streets to panettone and red wine.
Campfire Christmas
December 15-16, 2006
George Ranch brings visitors a very special celebration every weekend in December this holiday season during “Campfire Christmas.” The evening will include a traditional Texas meal, wagon rides, caroling and campfires, and tours of the George Ranch homes.
HoustonChildren’s Chorus
http://www.houstonchildren.org
December 16, 2006
Houston children's Chorus
The Houston Children’s Chorus will present its 18th Annual Christmas Concert in the Stude Concert Hall at Rice University featuring sacred and secular music of the season. The Chorus, founded in 1989 by Stephen Roddy, is comprised of 200+ children in grades two through eight from schools throughout the greater Houston area.
Amasiko
December 16, 2006
Amasiko is an exciting Kwanzaa ballet that follows the adventures of Fana as he goes in search of his sister Sati after she disappears into a Baobab tree.
Campfire Christmas
December 22-23, 2006
George Ranch brings visitors a very special celebration every weekend in December this holiday season during “Campfire Christmas.” The evening will include a traditional Texas meal, wagon rides, caroling and campfires, and tours of the George Ranch homes.
Live Reindeer and Real Snow
http://www.marketstreet-thewoodlands.com
December 22-23, 2006
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Rudolph and friends invite everyone to Market Street as Wells Fargo presents two days of real snow and live reindeer in The Woodlands’ Central Park. Enjoy last minute shopping and experience a “White Christmas” with over 10,000 pounds of real snow sent straight from the North Pole.
Douletree NY Eve Murder Mystery
http://www.murdermysterytexas.com
December 31, 2006
Keith & Margo’s Murder Mystery Midnight Madness New Year’s Eve Celebration in Houston is Rated PG-13 with a difficulty level of Straightforward. Attire ranges from a Suit and Tie/Cocktail Hour Dress all the way up to Tuxedo and Evening Gown is appropriate.
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