'A Charlie Brown Christmas'
The Dallas Children’s Theater will perform "A Charlie Brown Christmas," based on the television special, adapted for the stage by Eric Schaeffer. This live show will feature Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang.
- Dec. 16-Dec. 23, showtimes vary
- $43-$75
- Baker Theater, 5938 Skillman St., Dallas
- www.dct.org/plays
Influenced by Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, Dallas-based entertainer Ricki Derek will perform Christmas tunes at the Granada Theatre.
- Dec. 16, 7 p.m.
- $25-$30
- 3524 Greenville Ave., Dallas
- www.prekindle.com/event/18426-a-merry-little-christmas-show-with-ricki-derek-dallas
Attendees to the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden workshop will create a holiday wreath using a mix of natural pine, dried botanicals and decorative baubles. Local nursery Native Gardeners will provide the tools and supplies along with guidance and design inspiration. Mulled wine and light appetizers will also be provided.
- Dec. 16, noon-2 p.m.
- $79-$89
- 8525 Garland Road, Dallas
- www.dallasarboretum.org/event/holiday-wreath-with-native-gardeners
Gourmet preservation expert Donna Collins, known as the Jelly Queen, will share her three favorite holiday preserved treats. Each attendee will receive a 2-ounce jar and the recipe for cranberry champagne jam, tart cherry habanero jelly and lemon curd.
- Dec. 18, 2-4 p.m.
- $69-$79
- Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas
- www.dallasarboretum.org/event/preserving-traditions-with-the-jelly-queen
