Holiday Happiness
With everything going on during the holiday season, it’s hard enough to narrow down the events you’ll want to bring the family to. Tri-Village Magazine has picked out a few events you’re not going to want to miss this year.
Drama: Elves and the Shoemaker
Nov. 7-Dec. 19, Mondays, 6-7 p.m. – Amelita Mirolo Barn, 4395 Carriage Hill Ln.
This drama class for children ages 5-9 tells the story of a hardworking and honest shoemaker trying to make ends meet. A group of helpful elves come to help lighten the load. www.uaoh.net
Drama: Scrooge, Old Skinflint
Nov. 7-Dec. 19, Mondays, 7-8 p.m. – Amelita Mirolo Barn, 4395 Carriage Hill Ln.
This drama class for children ages 9-15 tells the classic holiday story of the coldhearted Ebenezer Scrooge and the three ghosts who help him change his ways. www.uaoh.net
DIY Thanksgiving Craft
Nov. 23, Anytime before 3 p.m. – Tremont Road Branch, 2800 Tremont Rd.
Drop in and let the kids make their own Thanksgiving craft while supplies last. www.ualibrary.com
Breakfast with Santa
Dec. 3, 6-8:30 p.m. – Amelita Mirolo Barn, 4395 Carriage Hill Ln.
Come eat breakfast with Santa. It’s a friendly environment for kids and family. The event is free, but reservations are required. Additional reservation information is available in online. www.uaoh.net
Winter Festival & Tree Light Ceremony
Dec. 3, 6-8:30 p.m. – Mallway Park, 2096 Upper Arlington Ave.
Join Upper Arlington for a festive evening to celebrate the start of the holiday season, complete with caroling, carriage rides, ice sculpting demonstrations and more. There will also be live reindeer and a bonfire with s’mores. www.uaoh.net
Home for the Holidays
Home for the Holidays
Dec. 4, 4-6 p.m. – Miller Park Branch, 1901 Arlington Ave.
Kick off the season with the Upper Arlington Public Library. Caroling with Brian Griffin, cookies and drinks, and a craft are just a few options at this kid-friendly annual holiday event. www.ualibrary.org
Christmas in the Park
Dec. 4-8, 5:30 p.m. – Thompson Park, 4250 Mountview Rd.
Santa is back at the park this year to spread holiday cheer, meet with children and listen to their Christmas wishes. Registration for the event opens Nov. 13, and is required to attend the event. Plan to arrive at the north shelter about 20 minutes before your scheduled visit with Santa. www.uaca.org
Tremont Center Christmas Event
Dec. 20, 6-8 p.m. – Tremont Center
Cookies, hot chocolate and free sleigh rides are just some of the perks of celebrating Christmas with the Tremont Center merchants. www.uaoh.net
Holiday Horseback Riding
Dec. 28-30, 12:30-3 p.m. – Liberty Farm, 2620 Fisher Rd.
Learn about horseback riding in a fun, safe and educational environment. Participants will receive instructional riding lessons along with horsemanship and handling skills. www.uaoh.net
New Year’s Party: Bingo, Pizza & Movie
Dec. 29, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Upper Arlington Senior Center, 1945 Ridgeview Rd.
Say goodbye to 2016 and hello to the New Year. Members attending the event will play bingo games for prizes, dine on Tommy’s Pizza and enjoy a movie. www.uaoh.net
Ray Bruster is a contributing writer. Feedback welcome at hbealer@cityscenecolumbus.com.