Directed by Carrie Nath, this original work compiled by the Cast and Carrie Nath will allow the students to create a crazy, wacky, high energy ensemble generated piece in the style of Commedia del' Arte-including ALL technical aspects from scenery to costuming, to lighting, and staging! Don't Miss it! For Tickets contact the Kentucky Center at 584-7777. Or www.kentuckycenter.org Visit www.waldentheatre.org for specific dates and times!

A celebration reminiscent of the year 1820 comes alive under the warm glow of candles. The house shines warmly as the illustrious Clark and Croghan families greet their guests. Mantles and stairs are draped with all manner fresh fruits and greens. In the second floor ballroom, live music and dancing await visitors. Free Refreshments available in the auditorium as well as a Holiday Book Sale with lovely gift books available to purchase.

A celebration reminiscent of the year 1820 comes alive under the glow of candles. The house shines warmly as the illustrious Clark and Croghan families greet their guests. Mantels and stairs are draped with fresh greens and fruits of all varieties. Out in the kitchen, the cook directs the preparation of the dinner, while carpenters in the woodshop finish repairs to farm tools. This wonderful family event takes you back to an earlier time as you tour Locust Grove under the glow of candlelight.

Tennis stars Andy Roddick (ranked #6 in the world) and Serena Williams (2008 US Open Champion) will team up on-court for one exciting and fun-filled evening of athleticism and entertainment. Joining Roddick and Williams are up-and-coming stars John Isner and Caroline Wozniacki. Rock-n-Racquets benefits the Andy Roddick Foundation, which provides children in need with quality education and other resources.

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The Oldham County Parks and Recreation invites everybody to join us in support of the Oldham County Teddy Bear Tree at Wendell Moore Park.

Bring your lil' rockers to the Hard Rock Cafe on Saturday, December 13 for Breakfast with Santa! You'll be treated to reserved seating at this buffet-style breakfast, but the biggest treat will be dining with the big man himself! Every child gets a holiday Hard Rock goodie bag and their photo with Santa in a keepsake Breakfast with Santa photo holder! For all ages. Breakfast starts at 9am. Call the cafe for details at 502.568.2202.

Known as the largest gun show in the country, National Gun Day features 2,100 tables of antique, modern and civil war guns and accessories.

Whether you are looking for that perfect gift or wanting to enjoy some holiday cheer, the Ali Center will offer a weekend of sales, cider, door prize drawings, and FREE musical entertainment by local performers December 13-14. Take advantage of great deals in the retail store with 10% off of your total purchase on everything from apparel, jewelry, and handmade crafts to books, collectibles, DVDs, and more. Jarfi’s Café (located inside the center) is open for lunch and will offer FREE pear cider. Plus, Magic Pictures will offer a special promotion for souvenir photos.

Join us for a “Stitch-In” to make baby caps for Save the Children’s Knit One, Save One campaign. Knit One, Save One is a grassroots effort launched by Save the Children and the Warm Up America Foundation to help protect the 4 million newborns who die each year in the first month of life in the developing world. Event participants will join knitters and crocheters around the USA in making a baby cap and writing a personal note to the next President urging him to lead the way to save millions of babies globally.

Get professional portraits of your furry friend with Santa during the Kentucky Humane Society's 21st annual PICTURE YOUR PETS WITH SANTA on December 6 & 7 and 13 & 14. Taking place at 12 area Feeders Supply stores, the holiday fundraiser's hours are Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. Same day photo service is available! Photos are offered in various packages, starting at only $12. Personalized gift items, including ornaments, mugs and key chains, featuring your pet's photo also are available.

The Carnegie Center for Art and History in New Albany, IN offers a free family art workshop from 10 am-12 pm the second Saturday of each month. At our December 13 workshop, we will be making woolly sheep ornaments using fuzzy fabric, black felt and beads, ribbon, and jingle bells. Pre-registration is required (812-944-7336). Recommended ages 2-12. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please arrive no later than 11:30.

Buy locally this holiday season! Delicious edible holiday gifts and locally made crafts at reasonable prices. We'll also be serving a gourmet lunch from 11-3 for only $8. Hey vendors - booths are still available!

Presenter Deborah Lord Campisano will teach beginners how to start the process of researching and documenting family history. During the morning program, participants will learn proper techniques for basic research. The afternoon program will build upon the lessons from Part I, and will present information on resources, repositories, and helpful tips.

Join Santa Claus, his elves and some costumed friends at the Louisville Zoo on December 13-14 and 20-21 for some warm cocoa, juice and donuts. There will be cookie decorating for guests age 3 and older, holiday sing-a-longs, a photo with Santa and special visits from Zoo animals like Mistletoe the reindeer.  This special-ticketed event, sponsored by MomsLikeMe.com, also includes all-day Zoo admission. Session times from which to choose are 9 a.m., 11

· Saturday, December 13th • 12:00 - 2:30 pm • Mac McBride - Sullivan University-Lexington • $45.00 • “A Creole Christmas” Celebrate Christmas this year with a Creole inspired menu. Chef Mac with take to the bayou and show us how to create these delights! Menu: Egg Nog with Old Forester • Lightly Fried Crayfish Tails with Cajun Honey • Crispy Boudain Balls with Maple Mustard Creole Sauce • Quick Red Beans and Rice • Granny’s Cornbread Dressing • Andouille Grits Souffle • Deep Fried Turkey with Tasso Gravy • Miniature Sweet Potato Tarts

Learn cartooning techniques and create a one panel political cartoon about your family with artist Ted Nathanson. Family Studios bring art alive through fun and unique activities. Free with $5 admission to Art Sparks.

Printmaker Mary Lou Hess and painter Carol Tobe present a gallery talk on their exhibit "View/Review." Free and open to the public.

Printmaker Mary Lou Hess and painter Carol Tobe present a gallery talk on their exhibit "View/Review." Free and open to the public.

Experience American holiday customs from Lincoln’s time by learning a period dance, playing antebellum party games, and sampling the tastes of the season as you rediscover a classic holiday poem. Dancing from 2-3 p.m. For children ages 5 to 10 and their families. Free. Contact Erica Harvey for more information.

Sit a spell and story-tell about one of Appalachia’s favorite heroes in this performance based on Anne Shelby’s retelling of a holiday Jack tale. Free with museum admission. Contact Greg Hardison for more information. This theatre performance will be shown again at 3:30 p.m.

The Kentucky Technology in Genealogy Users Group (KTIG) meets monthly following the close of each “Second Saturday” Family-History Workshop. Each meeting features a program designed to help support family-history researchers’ use and understanding of technology as it applies to genealogy. There is no charge to attend the KTIG program, and all interested persons are invited to participate. Contact the KHS Reference Desk at 502-564-1792 ext. 4460 or Refdesk@ky.gov.

Louisville Carmichael's favorite artist Julius Friedman stops by to sign copies of the stunning catalog of his work, Images and Ideas.  In 256 full-color images, the book, designed by Julius himself, catalogs the career of one of America's most prolific and versatile artists, photographers and graphic designers of the modern era.

FINAL YEAR—DON'T MISS OUT! With quick-change artistry and quicksilver dialogue, two actors portray the zany citizens of quirky Tuna, Texas for the final year of this ten-gallon evening of laughs and holiday cheer, in an irreverent comedy for adults. Sponsored by Texas Roadhouse

Lorraine Hansberry’s legendary American drama about the power of hopes, dreams and family across generations in the 1950s. The fiercely moving, groundbreaking story celebrates 50 years as a major American masterpiece.

1 day only! Saturday, December 13th 6-9pm 20 artists - All art work $20 Mellwood Arts and Entertainment Center 1860 Mellwood Ave Louisville, KY Featuring artwork from: Ron Jasin Scott Scarboro Karen Welch Mary Yates Natasha Sud Ashley Brossart Shandy Goodlett Damon Thompson Jill Morgan Mickie & Michael Winters Jeaneen Barnhart Michelle Amos Skull Alley John Cobb Laurel Fleury David Mckellep

MAEC presents $20 Art Show at the Pigment Gallery 1 day only! Saturday, December 13th 6-9pm 20 artists - All art work $20 Featuring artwork from: Ron Jasin Scott Scarboro Karen Welch Mary Yates Natasha Sud Ashley Brossart Shandy Goodlett Damon Thompson Jill Morgan Mickie & Michael Winters Jeaneen Barnhart Michelle Amos Skull Alley John Cobb Laurel Fleury David Mckellep Squallis Puppeteers Suanne Edds & Gary Bell Jeremy Dixon Katie Burke Suzanne Martino Cricket & Andrea Lori Brown Margaret Semrau

Saturday, December 13th @ the Keswick Democratic Club 1127 Logan Street Slithering Beast "Minight Royalty CD release show" new songs available @ www.myspace.com/slitheringbeast with special guests Mansions State Champion Ribbonpigeon $5 ALL AGES, BEER SERVED WITH id

FINAL YEAR—DON'T MISS OUT! With quick-change artistry and quicksilver dialogue, two actors portray the zany citizens of quirky Tuna, Texas for the final year of this ten-gallon evening of laughs and holiday cheer, in an irreverent comedy for adults. Sponsored by Texas Roadhouse

Lorraine Hansberry’s legendary American drama about the power of hopes, dreams and family across generations in the 1950s. The fiercely moving, groundbreaking story celebrates 50 years as a major American masterpiece.

13th annual Christmas concert at this location Nativity carols of this holy season

The Historic Hoosier Theater located on Ferry Street in downtown Vevay (IN) will present the classic old-fashioned radio play “Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus” on Dec. 12 & 13. Behold Virginia O’Hanlon’s response to her inquiry to The Sun’s newspaper editor: Dear Editor-I am 8years old. Some of my little friends say, “There is no Santa Claus.” Papa says, “If you see it in The Sun, it’s so.” Please tell me the truth, is there a Santa Claus?

There are many ways you may know Jon Reep. It could be from NBC's "Last Comic Standing", or Comedy Central's "Premium Blend" or the half-hour special "Comedy Central Presents: Jon Reep". You might recognize him from TBS's "Pit Stop Comedy", NBC's "Late Friday", or the ABC Sitcom "Rodney" as Officer Gerald Bob the dim-witted cop.

Join us for a Christmas Bazaar on Dec. 13 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. featuring over 25 vendors! Jewelry, wreaths, candles, candies, embroidered blankets and clothing, holiday decor, and more!! Bring your friends and family and enjoy a festive holiday atmosphere!!!

David Shiner-New Paintings by Louisville, KY artist. David Shiner creates abstract fields of color that almost seem to pulse with delicate shifts in light and color. His works create a calm, meditative peace that allows the viewer an opportunity for introspection of both themselves as well as the work of which they are gazing at.

Victorian London’s most celebrated detective needs your help to fi nd out “whodunit”! Clues and “red herrings” are all around as you make your way through this interactive, family friendly and wildly entertaining murder-mystery thriller! Along the way, you will even meet a real live character from the story while trying to solve the mystery!

Animalopolis, showing in the IMAX Theatre November 14, 2008 – January 4, 2009 Whether going nose to nose with hippos as they graze upon nature’s massive salad bar, or eye to eye with dancing bears, discover how nature provides humor and wonder everywhere. Watch cheetahs race like Ferraris, bears that run their own fishing school, an opera-singing lion, and a sea of crabs that hold a town hostage! Designed for children ages 4 to 10, ANIMALOPOLIS contains numerous short animal stories, using humorous poetic narration to delight children and adults.

The Light Before Christmas, showing in the IMAX Theatre November 14, 2008 – January 4, 2009 After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas Eve, two children find themselves as characters in the classic tale “The Night Before Christmas,” as they experience the wonder and delight of Santa visiting their home. This stunning stop-motion animated film features lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen with a musical score of beloved Christmas classics.

The Frazier hosts Liberty on the Border: A Civil War Exhibit September 27, 2008 through January 19, 2009 as part of the Lincoln Bicentennial.