Photo by Benjamin Hager
Dec. 15 Jog’r Egg Nog’r run
Lace-up for a crisp run around the lake. The 5k and 15k begin at 9 a.m. near Peavy and Van Dyke with a view of the downtown skyline and finish downhill at Norbuck Park. A post-race glass of eggnog might make for a perfect victory toast. Sign up Dec. 12-14 at RunOn! at 5400 E. Mockingbird or on race day at 8 a.m.
Norbuck Park, 200 N. Buckner, whiterockracing.com, $25 5k, $40 15k
Nov. 28-Dec. 15 ‘A Holiday Memory’
This One Thirty Productions performance is based on Truman Capote’s short stories about his childhood in Depression-era Alabama. All performances start at 1:30 p.m.
Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E. Lawther, 214.670.8749, dallasculture.org/bathhouseculturecenter, $10-$14
Through Dec. 22 ‘Jingle Bells, Batman Smells!’
The Dallas Children’s Theater brings back first-grader Junie B. Jones. Join the “merry mayhem” with Junie and her friends during the holiday season in this Linda Blase production based on Barbara Park’s beloved books.
Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman, 214.978.0110, dct.org, $14-$40
Through Dec. 23 ‘Nutcracker’ puppets
This twist on “The Nutcracker” will tell the classic holiday story through puppetry in an intimate studio theater setting. The Kathy Burks Theatre of Puppetry Arts is helping stage what the Dallas Children’s Theater guarantees will be a sell-out performance.
Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman, 214.740.0051, dct.org, $14-$40
Through Dec. 31 Chihuly and Arboretum holiday
Due to its popularity, the Chihuly glass exhibit was extended through the end of the month. Chihuly Nights will run through Dec. 30. The Arboretum will also host George Dvorsky and the Harrington family’s collections of nativity scenes, compiled over decades, which feature sets from around the world. This month, visitors can also see the DeGolyer Mansion decorated in 1940s-era holiday cheer.
Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland, 214.515.6500, dallasarboretum.org, $9-$20
Dec. 6-7 Holiday in the Highlands
The 34th annual home tour, organized by the Lake Highlands Women’s League, kicks off with a market Thursday 1-4 p.m and Friday 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Call to purchase lunch tickets, $15. The tour takes place 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday. Proceeds benefit neighborhood students and community projects.
Highland Oaks Church of Christ, 10805 Walnut Hill, 214.348.8718, lhwl.org, $10 tour advance tickets, $15 at the door
Dec. 8 Shoreline spruce-up
Show up at 8 a.m. for a continental breakfast and to pick up supplies, then head out to help keep the lake clean.
For the Love of the Lake, 1152 N. Buckner, 214.660.1100, whiterocklake.org, free
Dec. 8 Holiday farmer’s market
Find food and gifts at the holiday “everything” market from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
The Green Spot Market and Fuels, 702 N. Buckner, whiterocklocalmarket.com, free
Dec. 9 Dallas Marathon
Formerly the Dallas White Rock Marathon, the MetroPCS Dallas Marathon and Half Marathon begins this year on Main. The full run makes its way through Uptown, across Lakewood, around the east side of the lake and back toward the Dallas Convention Center. If you don’t run, consider volunteering or providing much-needed sideline cheering.
MetroPCS Dallas Marathon, 972.498.1136, dallasmarathon.com, $125-$275 registration, $25 mayor’s race 5k
Dec. 15 Tasty treats
Take a break from shopping to stock up on baked goods at the 10 a.m.-7 p.m. sale on the center’s first level near Macy’s and on the second level near NorthPark Cafés. Local premier chefs and caterers will offer gourmet cakes, cookies, pies and other sweet treats. Proceeds benefit the North Texas Food Bank’s Cooking Matters and Share Our Strength, a campaign to ensure all kids receive nutritious, affordable foods.
NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central, 214.363.7441, northparkcenter.com, free
