CALENDAR
December Calendar
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WEEKLY HAPPENINGS
SUNDAYS
BARRE CLASS. 10 a.m. Strengthen, tone and stretch your way into the week. Tickets: $10. Grandover Resort & Spa, 1000 Club Road, Greensboro. Info: grandoverresort.com.
TUESDAYS
PELVIC HEALTH YOGA. 8:30–9:30 a.m. This Vinyasa-style flow class works toward lengthening and strengthening the pelvic floor and surrounding muscles. Free, registration required and donations accepted. Triad Pelvic Health, 5574 Garden Village Way, Greensboro. Info: triadpelvichealth.com/classes.
WEDNESDAY
WINE WEDNESDAY. 5–8 p.m. Sip wine, munch pizza and enjoy the soothing sounds of live jazz. Free. Double Oaks, 204 N. Mendenhall St. Greensboro. Info: double-oaks.com/wine-wednesday.
LIVE MUSIC. 6–9 p.m. Evan Olson and Jessica Mashburn of AM rOdeO play covers and original music. Free. Print Works Bistro. 702 Green Valley Road, Greensboro. Info:
printworksbistro.com/gallery/music.
THURSDAY
JAZZ AT THE O.HENRY. 6–9 p.m. Sip vintage craft cocktails and snack on tapas while the O.Henry Trio performs with a different jazz vocalist each week. Free. O.Henry Hotel Social Lobby, 624 Green Valley Road, Greensboro. Info: ohenryhotel.com/o-henry-jazz.
WALK THIS WAY. 6 p.m. Put on your sneakers for a 2–4 mile social stroll or jog with the Downtown Greenway Run & Walk Club, which is open to all ages and abilities. Free. LoFi Park, 500 N. Eugene St., Greensboro. Info:
downtowngreenway.org/events.
THURSDAY & SATURDAYS
KARAOKE & COCKTAILS. 8 p.m. until midnight, Thursdays; 9 p.m. until midnight, Saturdays. Courtney Chandler hosts a night of sipping and singing. Free. 19 & Timber Bar at Grandover Resort & Spa, 1000 Club Road, Greensboro. Info: grandoverresort.com.
FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS
LIVE MUSIC. 7–10 p.m. Enjoy drinks in the 1808 Lobby Bar while soaking up live music provided by local artists. Free. Grandover Resort & Spa, 1000 Club Road, Greensboro. Info: grandoverresort.com.
SATURDAYS
YOGA. 9:30 a.m. Don’t stay in bed when you could namaste in the spa studio. Tickets: $10. Grandover Resort & Spa, 1000 Club Road, Greensboro. Info: grandoverresort.com.
WATER AEROBICS. 10:30 a.m. Make a splash while getting a heart-pumping workout at an indoor pool. Tickets: $10. Grandover Resort & Spa, 1000 Club Road, Greensboro. Info: grandoverresort.com.
BLACKSMITH DEMONSTRATION. 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Watch a costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. Free. Historical Park at High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., High Point. Info: highpointmuseum.org.
DECEMBER EVENTS
DECEMBER 01–31
PEPPERMINT ALLEY. Any time. Stroll through a selfie-lover’s candy cane dream for festive photo opps. Free. Alley adjacent to Boxcar Bar + Arcade, 120 W. Lewis St., Greensboro. Info: downtowngreensboro.org/downtown-in-december.
FIELDS & FEATHERS. 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Discover photos and artifacts at a new exhibition, Fields & Feathers: Hunting at Deep River Lodge, 1895-1935. Open through January 2024. Free. High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., High Point. Info: highpointmuseum.org.
DECEMBER 01–27
MOMENTS SOWN. Peruse the solo exhibition of Crystal Edie Miller, whose collection features soft coastal colors and bold abstract choices on canvas. Revolution Mill’s Central Gallery, 1150 Revolution Mill Drive, Greensboro. Info: crystaleadiemiller.com.
DECEMBER 01–03, 06–23, 26–31
WINTER WONDERLIGHTS. 5:30–10 p.m. Greensboro Science Center’s holiday light display opens for the season. Tickets: $16+; under 3, free. Greensboro Science Center, 4301 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro. Info: greensboroscience.org/
winterwonderlights.
DECEMBER 01–04, 06–11, 13–18, 20–24, 26–31
PIEDMONT WINTERFEST. Times vary. Glide, twirl or stumble your way across the ice rink with friends and family at its new location. Tickets: $15. LeBauer Park, 200 N. Davie St., Greensboro. Info: piedmontwinterfest.com.
DECEMBER 01–03
DISNEY ON ICE. Times vary. Glide through a magical journey with Mickie, Minnie and friends through modern and classic tales. Tickets: $20+. Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd., Greensboro. Info: greensborocoliseum.com/events.
CHRISTMAS WITH C. S. LEWIS. Times vary. Travel back in time to 1962 with a troupe of actors reenacting C.S. Lewis hosting a group of writers at his home just outside of Oxford, England. Tickets: $64. Odeon Theatre at the Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd., Greensboro. Info:
greensborocoliseum.com/events.
DECEMBER 01–02
THEATER SHOWCASE. 7:30 p.m. UNCG B.F.A. acting and musical theater students present a series of American contemporary scenes. Free, reservations required. Pam and David Sprinkle Theatre, 402 Tate St., Greensboro. Info: vpa.uncg.edu/theatre/performances-and-events/productions.
DECEMBER 01
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. 5:30–9 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment and food vendor treats as you await the community tree lighting scheduled for 6:56 p.m. Free. Center City Park, 200 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Info: downtowngreensboro.org/downtown-in-december.
TROUBADOURS. 6:30–9 p.m. Enjoy a night of festive music during the annual Troubadours’ Christmas Concert, which benefits Room at the Inn, an organization that provides housing and programming to single, pregnant women and single mothers. Free, suggested $10 donation. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., Greensboro. Info: roominn.org/events.
HANDMADE MARKET. 5–9 p.m. Ceramics, textiles, jewelry and more products created by Forge makers will be available for purchase. Free. Transform Greensboro, 111 Lewis St., Greensboro. Info: forgegreensboro.org.
DECEMBER 02–31
WINTER SHOW. GreenHill Center for NC Art’s annual Winter Show returns featuring North Carolina artists’ works for purchase and viewing. Tickets: Dec. 2 Collector’s Choice opening gala, $100+; Dec. 3 on, free. Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St., Greensboro. Info: greenhillnc.org/winter-show-2023.
DECEMBER 02–03
THE NUTCRACKER. Times vary. The Dance Center of Greensboro presents its telling of the classic holiday story. Tickets: $25. High Point Theatre, 220 E. Commerce Ave., High Point. Info: highpointtheatre.com/events.
IN THE GARDEN WITH SANTA. Noon–4 p.m. Evergreen is one of Santa’s favorite colors, so why not get a family or pet photo taken with the big guy among the greens during the Greensboro Council of Garden Clubs’ annual event? Plants, gardening gloves and pecans will also be available for purchase. $20. 222-4 Swing Road, Greensboro. Info: emailgcgclubs@triad.twcbc.com.
DECEMBER 02–16
SEAGROVE OPEN HOUSE. Weekends only, visit various Seagrove area potters to shop and enjoy special events during the three weekends leading up to Christmas. Free. Seagrove area. Info: discoverseagrove.com/events-all.
DECEMBER 02 & 16
CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT. 5–9 p.m. Costumed guides lead visitors through a Victorian Christmas evening, complete with decorations, carols and poems. Körner’s Folly, 413 S. Main St., Kernersville. Info: kornersfolly.org/visit/event-calendar.
DECEMBER 02
CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT. 5–9 p.m. Costumed guides lead visitors through a Victorian Christmas evening, complete with decorations, carols and poems. Körner’s Folly, 413 S. Main St., Kernersville. Info: kornersfolly.org/visit/event-calendar.
DECEMBER 02
HOLIDAY PARADE. Noon–2 p.m. A parade featuring holiday and character balloons floats through Downtown Greensboro. Free. Church, Market and Greene Streets, Greensboro. Info: downtowngreensboro.org/downtown-in-december.
POLAR EXPRESS. 9 a.m. Enjoy free popcorn, a festive singalong and a screening of the children’s holiday classic film. Free. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., Greensboro. Info:
carolinatheatre.com/events.
CHORAL CONCERT. 7:30 p.m. Triad Pride Men’s and Women’s Choruses celebrate the Silver and Light of the season with a repertoire of holiday tunes. Tickets: $20+. Congregational Church, 400 W. Radiance Drive, Greensboro. Info, including High Point and Winston-Salem performances:
triadprideperformingarts.org.
NIGHT BEFORE. 4 p.m. Enjoy a special-guest performance of the Greensboro Youth Chorus as they join Bel Canto Company in a retelling of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Free. Van Dyke Performance Space at the Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St., Greensboro. Info:
choralartscollective.com/events.
WRAPPED IN BRASS. 3:00 p.m. The North Carolina Brass Band plays hits of the holidays. Tickets: $5+. UNCG Auditorium, 408 Tate St., Greensboro. Info: ncbrassband.org.
OPEN HOUSE & MARKET. Noon–6 p.m. Enjoy live music, food trucks, demonstrations, family-friendly activities, class sign-up specials and guided tours while perusing handmade wares crafted by local artisans. Free, proceeds of Forge-made ornaments benefit the organization. Forge Greensboro, 219 W. Lewis St., Greensboro. Info: forgegreensboro.org.
DECEMBER 03
MADE 4 THE HOLIDAYS. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Shop a juried marketplace of local artisans. Greensboro Farmers Curb Market, 501 Yanceyville St., Greensboro. Info: facebook.com/gsofarmersmkt.
LESSONS AND CAROLS. 7–8:45 p.m. Greensboro College presents its annual festival, including a candlelit Advent service. Free. The Hannah Brown Finch Memorial Chapel, College Place, Greensboro. Info: greensboro.edu/academics/arts/
performance-calendar.
COMMUNITY SINGALONG. 4 p.m. Free. Gather at This CommUnity Sings to share in heartfelt renditions of holiday classics. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., Greensboro. Info: carolinatheatre.com/events.
DECEMBER 05–31
GINGERBREAD DISPLAY. Before the cookies crumble, walk through a neighborhood of gingerbread houses to view and vote on creations designed and built by local teams, organizations and individuals, with all proceeds going to the Salvation Army. Free to view, vote by making a kettle donation. Grandover Resort & Spa Lobby, 1000 Club Road, Greensboro. Info:facebook.com/events/
1372713553347395.
DECEMBER 06, 13, 20
FAMILY NIGHT. 5–7 p.m. Enjoy an art-driven evening with family and friends in the studios. Free. GreenHill Center for NC Art, 200 N. Davie St., Greensboro. Info: greenhillnc.org/events.
DECEMBER 06
READING THE WORLD. 7–8 p.m. Discover contemporary authors’ works in translation, such as this month’s selection, Spilt Milk. Free. Scuppernong Books, 304 S. Elm St., Greensboro. Info: scuppernongbooks.com/event.
DECEMBER 07–10, 14–17
A LOCAL CAROL. New York Times bestselling author and Winston-Salem native Charlie Lovett premieres his stage adaptation of A Christmas Carol. Tickets: $13.50+. Reynolds Place, 251 N. Spruce St., Winston-Salem. Info: ltofws.org.
DECEMBER 07–10
NUTCRACKER. Times vary. UNCSA students dance the classic holiday ballet. Tickets: $31+. Steven Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Info: uncsa.edu/performances/index.aspx.
DECEMBER 07
LAUREN DAIGLE. 7:30 p.m. The Grammy-winning Christian-pop singer delivers an evening of moving and powerful vocals. Tickets: $38.50+. Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd., Greensboro. Info: greensborocoliseum.com/events.
BOOZE & VINYL CHRISTMAS. 6–8:30 p.m. Greensboro Bound and the Greensboro Public Library host André Darlington for a night of “Merry Music-and-Drink Pairings to Celebrate the Season!” Tickets: $40. Double Oaks, 204 N. Mendenhall St. Greensboro. Info: greensborobound.com/events.
DECEMBER 08–17
IMMERSIVE HOLIDAY BAR. Little Brother Brewing transforms into “Little Saint Nick,” an immersive holiday pop-up experience featuring floor-to-ceiling holiday decorations, themed cocktails, snacks and beer. Tickets: $20, ages 21+ only. Little Brother Brewing, 106 W. Elm St., Greensboro. Info:
littlebrotherbrew.com/saintnick.
DECEMBER 08–10
A CHRISTMAS CAROL: THE MUSICAL. Times vary. High Point Community Theatre presents a musical retelling of Charles Dickens’ holiday classic. Tickets: $22+. High Point Theatre, 220 E. Commerce Ave., High Point. Info: highpointtheatre.com/events.
DECEMBER 08 & 10
HARMONIOUS HOLIDAYS. 8 p.m., 4 p.m. The Choral Arts Collective featuring three local choirs brings glad tidings through song. Tickets: $5+. Christ United Methodist Church, 410 N. Holden Road. Info: choralartscollective.com/events.
DECEMBER 09–10, 16–17
NUTCRACKER. Times vary. The Greensboro Ballet presents its annual production of the classic holiday ballet. Tickets: $20+. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., Greensboro. Info:
greensboroballet.org/the-nutcracker.
DECEMBER 09–10
TEA WITH CLARA. Times vary. Complete your Greensboro Ballet Nutcracker experience by sipping tea or punch, munching on treats, grabbing a goody bag and posing for pics with the one-and-only Clara. Tickets: $30. Renaissance Room at the Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., Greensboro. Info: greensboroballet.org/tea-with-clara.
DECEMBER 09
JINGLE JOG. 1 p.m. Run in the annual 5K or shorter fun run through Downtown Greensboro. Start at 117 W. Lewis St., Greensboro. Info: runsignup.com/Race/NC/
Greensboro/DowntownJingleJog5K.
SANTACON BAR CRAWL. 3–9 p.m. Dress in a festive costume or ugly sweater to bar hop through downtown. Tickets $15+. Boxcar Bar + Arcade, 120 W. Lewis St., Greensboro. Info: tickettailor.com/events/
otisandwawa/816673/r/dgi.
CONCERT BAND. 7:30 p.m. Greensboro Concert Band performs a world premiere as well as works by Gershwin and Grainger. Free, donations accepted. Dana Auditorium at Guilford College, 710 Levi Coffin Drive, Greensboro. Info:
creativegreensboro.com.
CONCERT FOR THE KIDS. 7 p.m. Celebrated country artist Chris Young performs with Conner Smith to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Tickets: $25+. Piedmont Hall, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd., Greensboro. Info: greensborocoliseum.com/events.
DECEMBER 10
BRAKE FOR ANTIQUES. 2–4 p.m. Live music by Gary Woodar, light refreshments and selfies with Santa evoke a merry antique market shopping experience. Free. Antique Market Place, 6428 Burnt Poplar Road, Greensboro. Info: triadantiques.com.
DECEMBER 11–14, 18–22
HOLIDAY MOVIES. Times vary. From classics including White Christman and It’s a Wonderful Life to not-so-old hits such as Elf and Die Hard, enjoy an array of holiday films. Tickets: $8. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., Greensboro. Info: carolinatheatre.com/events.
DECEMBER 11
GOSPEL HOLIDAY FEST. 7 p.m. Two of Southern Gospel’s most popular groups, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound and The Hoppers bring holiday music to life while former pastor-comedian Mickey Bell serves as emcee. Tickets: $30+. High Point Theatre, 220 E. Commerce Ave., High Point. Info:
highpointtheatre.com/events.
DECEMBER 13
BEJEWELED. 6–8 p.m. The Shop at GreenHill showcases jewelry from its studio of artists. Free. GreenHill Center for NC Art, 200 N. Davie St., Greensboro. Info: greenhillnc.org.
DECEMBER 14–15
AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS. 7:30 p.m. Witness a miracle as a crippled shepherd offers his crutch to the three wise men as a present to the Christ child in Gian Carlo Menotti’s opera — in English. Tickets: $12+. UNCG Auditorium 408 Tate St., Greensboro. Info: carolinatheatre.com/events.
DECEMBER 15–17
HIGH POINT BALLET. Times vary. Enjoy The Nutcracker or the designed-for-kids version, The Land of the Sweets. Tickets: $25+. High Point Theatre, 220 E. Commerce Ave., High Point. Info: highpointtheatre.com/events.
DECEMBER 15–16
ELF IN CONCERT. Times vary. Watch the comedic holiday film as the Greensboro Symphony plays the score. Tickets: $50+. Steven Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Info:
greensborosymphony.org/events/list.
DECEMBER 15
JAZZY SOUL CHRISTMAS. 7 p.m. Vocalist Rhonda Thomas belts out tunes while Kyle Turner plays saxophone and Ivey Ghee serves as emcee. Tickets: $42+. Historical Magnolia House, 442 Gorrell St., Greensboro. Info: thehistoricmagnoliahouse.org/upcoming-events-greensboro-nc.
DECEMBER 16
THE CHRISTMAS SHOES. 1:30 & 6 p.m. Royal Expressions School of Dance presents its annual holiday ballet featuring favorite seasonal tunes and a timely message about the gift of love, laughter and family. Tickets: $12.75+. Dana Auditorium, 710 Levi Coffin Drive, Greensboro. Info: tinyurl.com/reboxoffice.
RUNNING OF THE BALLS. 6 p.m. “The Greatest 5K(ish) in the History of the World” runs or walks beneath the glittering globes illuminating Sunset Hills. Registration: $55; youth, $26. Start at the intersection of Rolling Road and the Sunset Hills Greenway, Greensboro. Info: therunningoftheballs.com.
WILL MCBRIDE GROUP. 7:30 p.m. Two bands, the Will McBride Group and Tea Cup Gin, take the stage for a night of blues, rock, funk and jazz. Tickets: $18. In the Crown at the Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., Greensboro. Info: carolinatheatre.com/events.
KEVIN GATES. 8 p.m. Catch he inimitable rapper known for his impactful lyrics and beats. Tickets: $41.50. Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd., Greensboro. Info:
greensborocoliseum.com/events.
DECEMBER 17
CHRISTMAS IN THE CROWN. 7 p.m. Cap off your Christmas season with the swing, playfulness and humor of Chad Eby and Ariel Pocock. Tickets: $15. In the Crown at the Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., Greensboro. Info: carolinatheatre.com/events.
DECEMBER 18
ROMANCE BOOK CLUB. 7–8 p.m. Forget Hallmark movies — snuggle up with The Matzah Ball before joining the discussion. Free. Scuppernong Books, 304 S. Elm St., Greensboro. Info:
scuppernongbooks.com/event.
DECEMBER 21–22
HOLIDAY JAM. 8:30 p.m. Hobex and The Finns perform two different sets each night, featuring a cast of guests. Tickets: $20+. Flat Iron, 221 Summit Ave., Greensboro. Info: flatirongso.com/events.
DECEMBER 23
SAM FRIBUSH ORGAN TRIO. 9 p.m. Catch a soulful and funky holiday music show unlike any other. Tickets: $15+. Flat Iron, 221 Summit Ave., Greensboro. Info: flatirongso.com/events.
DECEMBER 29
DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS. 8 p.m. Miz Cracker and your favorite queens perform in America’s longest-running drag show. Tickets: $80+. Steven Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Info: tangercenter.com/events.
DECEMBER 31
CRESCENDO INTO MIDNIGHT. Stay overnight to celebrate New Year’s Eve with a jazz escape featuring champagne and truffles, a three-course meal, live music from the Steve Haines Quintet, a midnight toast and more luxuries to ring in 2024. Grandover Resort & Spa, 1000 Club Road, Greensboro. Info: facebook.com/events/
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