November 30 “Night Before Christmas Carol”. Performance by renown Dickens scholar, David Zum Brunner, who portrays 17 characters, as well as Charles Dickens.

Midwest Genealogy Center, 3400 S. Lee’s Summit Road

10 a.m.

Free, reservations required.

816-252-7228.

December 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13 Christmas Production by Children’s Performing Theater “God Bless Us Every One”

Sermon Center, 201 N. Dodgion

7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays.

$5 adults, $4 seniors, 12 and under $3.

816-325-7370.

December 5 Laura Ingalls Wilder Remembers Christmases Past

Laura Ingalls Wilder is one of the most beloved people of the American past. Join us for

this special program featuring actress Nancy Eppert, in her memorable portrayal of this

fascinating woman and childhood memories of Christmas on the plains.

National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific

11 a.m.

$7.00 for adults, $5.00 for students 6-17 includes museum admission and wagon ride.

Advance reservations requested to 816-325-7575 or http://www.frontiertrailsmuseum.org

December 5, 12, 19, 26 “Holly Follies”

Puppeteer: Kraig Kensinger – Get in the Holiday spirit with music and happy puppets!

Puppetry Arts Institute, 11025 E. Winner Road, Independence, MO 64052

Show times: 11:00 am & 2:00pm

$5 per person includes museum admission and a finger puppet.

816-833-9777 or http://www.hazelle.org

December 17 “The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller”. Created by Chip Davis, Manheim Steamroller’s signature sound is where classical and modern-day rock, acoustic and electronic music meet. Celebrate the spirit of the season with the “18th century rock band” that has become one of the most popular and best selling acts of the last 30 years.

Independence Events Center, 19100 E. Valley View Parkway

8:00 p.m.

Tickets range from $22 to $65 (plus handling and service fees)

816-795-7577 http://www.independenceeventscenter.com.

December 18 “A Charlie Daniels Band Christmas”. Don’t miss the Charlie Daniels Band, as they perform selections from their new Christmas CD, including O Come All Ye Faithful, Joy to the World, The Christmas Song and Silent Night.

Independence Events Center, 19100 E. Valley View Parkway

7:30 p.m.

Tickets range from $30 to $50 (plus handling and service fees)

816-795-7577www.independenceeventscenter.com