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
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.
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
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: ScienceCenter of Iowa, 401 W. Martin Luther King, Jr Pkwy
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 & ScenicValley Railroad, 225 10th Street, Boone
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:WaterworksPark, 2201 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines
What’s Happening:TIS THE SEASON - FOR ICE SKATING! Ice skating at the BrentonSkatingPlaza 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:BrentonPlaza, 520 Robert D. Ray Drive, downtown Des Moines
