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Stageworks Northwest Theatre will present a Christmas play for kids (featuring festive holiday scenes) that is set to offer an engaging performance for local families during the holiday season.

Kelso students chose their favorite locally sourced meal in an annual contest — supported by a state grant — that will be served in their school lunch menu.

Downtowners Holiday Arts Market

11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. — The Roxy Theater — Free entry — Discover unique holiday gifts from local artists before the annual Cowlitz PUD Holiday Parade.

Handcrafted Holiday Bazaar

9 AM – 3 PM — McClelland Arts Center — Free entry — Explore a variety of local handmade crafts and gifts just in time for the holidays.

O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy

7:30 PM — Columbia Theatre Association for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a whimsical holiday comedy filled with British humor and heart.

Ballet Victoria - The Nutcracker

7:30-9 p.m. — Columbia Theatre Association for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical journey of Clara in this enchanting ballet performance of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker.

Breakfast with Santa

8:30 or 10:45 a.m. — Grant's @ the Monticello Hotel — $9 per person — Enjoy a festive morning with Santa while indulging in a delightful breakfast.

Holiday Film: Arthur Christmas

2:00 – 3:45 PM — Columbia Theatre Association for the Performing Arts — $5.00 — Celebrate the holidays with a heartwarming animated film about Santa's clumsy son on a mission.