Thursday, December 4

Wonder of the World

What’s Happening: Take a wild ride over Niagara Falls in a barrel of laughs with David Lindsay-Abaire's Wonder of the World. Nothing will prepare you for the dirty little secret Cass discovers in her husband's sweater drawer. It's so shocking it short-circuits her view of life and sends her fleeing to the honeymoon capital of the world in a frantic search for the life she missed out on.

When: Thursday, December 4 – Sunday, December 21 – times vary

Where: Iowa Public Theater, Historical Building, 600 East Locust

Cost: $20

More Info: Theatre

Gift Wrap Station with the Heart Connection

What’s Happening: Please join us in helping the Heart Connections Children’s Cancer Program raise money with their annual gift wrap station.  Save time and effort – let someone else wrap your holiday cheer!  The money raised goes to support kids living with cancer through recreation, education and family.

When: Now through December 24 – Mall hours

Where: Valley West Mall, near the food court

Cost: nominal fee for a good cause

More Info: VWM and Heart

Triple Espresso

What’s Happening:  What did 3 guys do in 4 minutes that got them barred from show business for life & why would they do it again 25 years later? Explore these & other mysteries of show biz at the Triple Espresso Coffeehouse, where the once-promising comedy team of “Maxwell, Butternut & Bean” is back for a reluctant 25th anniversary reunion. NOTE: Only children 5 & up w/tickets will be allowed into the theater.

When:  November 19, 2008 – January 11, 2009; Times vary

Where:  Temple for Performing Arts, 1011 Locust, downtown Des Moines

Cost:  see website

More Info:  CC

Polar Express at Blank IMAX

What’s Happening: The perennial family favorite returns to the really BIG screen at the Blank IMAX Dome Theatre.  Grab your bell and ride along with Santa on a magical train.

When: Friday, November 28 – Sunday, January 4 – see website for times

Where: Science Center of Iowa, 401 W. Martin Luther King, Jr Pkwy

Cost: Prices vary

More Info: SCI

2008 Santa Express Trains

What’s Happening: Join us for an enchanting 75 minute ride aboard The Santa Express! Enjoy a ride from the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad depot to the "North Pole." Hear the story of "The Polar Express”. Hot chocolate/cookies will be served! Also, each child receives a silver bell. Be sure to arrive in your pajamas just like the boys & girls in the book!

When:  November 28 – December 13 - Various Days and Times - see website for details
Where:  Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad, 225 10th Street, Boone

Cost: $15 per person (ages 1 & up)

More Info:  800-626-0319 or  Scenic-Valley

Jolly Holiday Lights

What’s Happening:  Jolly Holiday Lights is a Des Moines tradition like no other. With 3.3 miles of wonderfully lit splendor, the event has become a magical centerpiece to many, a night of holiday light viewing. Santa's Wish Shop Open from 5:30-9pm.

When:  November 25, 2008 – January 1, 2009; 5:30-10pm

Where:  Waterworks Park, 2201 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines

Cost:  $9 per car/$45 per bus

More Info:  Wish

Outdoor Ice Skating

What’s Happening:  TIS THE SEASON - FOR ICE SKATING! Ice skating at the Brenton Skating Plaza offers days of figure eights, hot cocoa & unforgettable moments. The plaza will also be offering lessons, public skating, broomball leagues, adult hockey, lunch & learns, parties and events.

When:  November 21, 2008 – March 31, 2009; See website for open skates and other events daily!

Where: Brenton Plaza, 520 Robert D. Ray Drive, downtown Des Moines

Cost:  See website

More Info:  (515) 284-1000 or Brenton

Events

 

12/06/2008  Abante Furnishings
10 a.m.-2 p.m. – LITE & Tim LIVE!
NW 100th Street & Swanson Blvd
 
12/07/2008  LITE Night @ Jolly Holiday Lights!
Join Tim, Mary & Jay at this wonderful family event!
Water Works Park
 
12/13/2008  Brenton Skating Plaza
10 a.m.-Noon – LITE & Mary LIVE!
520 Robert D. Ray Drive