Acorn Park (Corner of West Franklin
and 10th Avenue)
December 13 and 14: Santaland.
Not only will Santa be on site with his helpers (visitors can get a free photo
taken with the red-suited jolly fellow), but favorite characters such as
SpongeBob, Barney and the loveable Muppets from Sesame Street will be there too. Enjoy goodies and hot chocolate
from the Donut Bank and live music and songs. Event is from 3 to 6 p.m. each
evening.
Downtown Evansville –
812-424-2986
November 22: Downtown
Holiday Parade. This community tradition has entered its second decade of
ushering in the Holiday season with plenty of spirited music, marching bands,
colorful floats, clowns, dancers and much more. Included in the festivities are
the lighting of the City Christmas Tree and the much-anticipated arrival of
Santa Claus. Before the Parade, at the corner of Fourth and Main Streets, kids
can enjoy free arts and crafts, live entertainment and have their photos taken
with St. Nick. The parade route is scheduled to start at the Centre and journey
down Locust Street, turning on Second Street and then will continue up Main
Street in Downtown Evansville. The Parade begins at 3 p.m.
Downtown Newburgh,
Indiana – 812-853-2815
December 4 through 6: Newburgh
Celebrates Christmas. A weekend packed with plenty of spirit, events
include the arrival of Santa, the lighting of the town Christmas tree,
caroling, tours, and more items of interest to celebrate the season.
Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science
812-425-2406
Continuing through November 29: Exhibition: The Child Mummy – On display in the Old Gallery, this
exquisite item is a rare glimpse into the preservation methods of the ancients.
Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.
Sundays. Closed Mondays.
Evansville Public Library - Central 812-428-8200
Every Tuesday, Toddler time 10 a.m., Preschool time,
1:15pm
Every Wednesday: Beginning Recorder Class, 3:30 p.m.
Every Friday: Art Starts, 11 a.m., Teens Clay workshop,
3:45 p.m.
Evansville Public Library - North Park 812-428-8237
Every Monday: Pre-School Story Time, ages 3-5, 1 p.m.
Every Tuesday: Toddler Storytime, ages 2-3, 10 a.m.
Kids Create-a-drop-in Craft, 2:30 p.m.
Every Wednesday: Ready Baby, 9:30 a.m.
Evansville Public Library - Oaklyn 812-428-8234
Every Monday and Tuesday: Under Twos Storytime Storytime,
9:30 a.m.
Toddler Time, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Time, 11 a.m.
Garvin Park – (contact number –
812-437-2627)
November 26 through
January 3, 2010: Ritzy’s Fantasy of
Lights. A mile-long drive past dozens of animated Holiday light displays
await visitors to this, the largest annual winter light show in Indiana.
Proceeds go to benefit the Easter Seals of Southwest Indiana. Horse-drawn
carriage rides are available each night of the event as well.
Koch Family Children's Museum of Evansville (cMoe)
812-477-4339
November 22: It’s Easy Being Green. Through
storytelling and song, Susan Fowler takes guests on a journey from the simple
times of campfires and candles to modern lighting and the future of
illumination. Event held in the Freedom Gallery at 2 p.m.
November 28: Photography Exhibit. Nikki Davis,
author of All Children are Beautiful, celebrates diversity with guests
through hands-on activities and more. Davis’ photography will also be on
display at cMoe through November 30. Event is from 1 to 3 p.m.
November 29: Stories in Action. Favorite Holiday
tales are part of this fun happening, which includes music and crafts presented
by the able staff from cMoe. Begins in the Freedom Gallery at 2 p.m.
Mesker Park Zoo & Botanical Garden –
812-435-6143
December 5: Breakfast with Santa. The Zoo hosts
this special event, complete with crafts, photo opportunities and a jolly breakfast
with the main man from the North Pole. Call the number above and dial extension
406 to make reservations.
Roberts Stadium – 812-476-1383
November 26 through
29: 76th Annual Hadi Shrine
Circus. Showtimes for this Thanksgiving weekend tradition are Thanksgiving
Day at 2 and 7 p.m., November 27 and 28 at 9:30 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and a
final matinee at 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 29.
University of Southern Indiana Theatre –
812-464-8600
November 15, 18
through 22: A Christmas Carol.
A musical adaptation by director Lenny Leibowitz of one of the most
perfect tales ever written, this play will bring children of all ages to the
doorstep of the Holiday Season. Call for more information.
Wesselman Woods
Nature Preserve – 812-479-0771
December 12: Reindeer
Games with Santa. Kids can come and enjoy Holiday crafts and hands-on
activities along with a provided snack. Cost is $4 per person or $12 per
family. Registration for this event is required. Call for more information.