Need to get out of the office? The Arts Council of Southwest Indiana offers lunchtime performances of instrumental\, vocal\, jazz\, opera\, and dance. Wednesdays noon-1 p.m. Free.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111010T160000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111231T220000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/all-creatures-great-and-small-the-animalier-of-antoine-louis-barye URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/all-creatures-great-and-small-the-animalier-of-antoine-louis-barye SUMMARY:All Creatures Great and Small\: The Animalier of Antoine-Louis Barye DESCRIPTION:Located in the museum&rsquo\;s Alcove Gallery\, a unique\, private Evansville collection of Antonie-Louis Barye&rsquo\;s artwork is on exhibit. He became the first of a group of 19th century French sculptors called &ldquo\;Les Animaliers.&rdquo\; Before these artists\, animals were not the central theme in pieces but rather portrayed as decorative features. Against that tradition\, Barye&rsquo\;s miniatures of animals were criticized and ignored until mid-century. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays&ndash\;Fridays\, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays\, noon-5 p.m. Sundays. Free.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111106T160000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120226T220000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/evansville-on-the-ohio URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/evansville-on-the-ohio SUMMARY:Evansville on the Ohio DESCRIPTION:Steamboat transportation has allowed Evansville to prosper through consumer trade\, but the waters of the Ohio River have created disaster through major flooding that occurred in 1884\, 1913\, and most memorably\, the flood of 1937 &mdash\; the largest natural disaster in the city&rsquo\;s history. Artwork in the &ldquo\;Evansville on the Ohio&rdquo\; exhibition will celebrate the 200th anniversary of the first steamboat to travel on western waterways\, and mark the 75th anniversary of the 1937 flood. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Fri.\, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays\, noon-5 p.m. Sundays. Free.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111112T160000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111231T160000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/32nd-annual-victorian-christmas URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/32nd-annual-victorian-christmas SUMMARY:32nd annual Victorian Christmas DESCRIPTION:The Victorian Christmas continues in its 32nd year with tours that begin in the carriage house of the Reitz Home Museum. All proceeds are used to update and streamline the heating ventilation and air conditioning systems. The idea is to give the city&rsquo\;s only home museum lower energy costs. 11 a.m. Tues.-Sat\, 1 p.m. Sun. $7.50 adults\, $2.50 students\, $1.50 children under 12.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111116T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111208T200000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/christmas-show URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/christmas-show SUMMARY:Christmas Show DESCRIPTION:For shoppers burned out on big-box stores\, this festively decorated art gallery offers an alternative. UE students\, faculty members\, and artists from the broader community will sell their fine art and handmade crafts throughout the gift-giving season. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday\, noon-3 p.m. Saturday. Free admission.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111119T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120101T010000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/river-country-defining-a-sense-of-place URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/river-country-defining-a-sense-of-place SUMMARY:River Country\: Defining a Sense of Place DESCRIPTION:The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art features an exhibition that explores the history and cultural traditions of the Ohio River region of northwest Kentucky. A nationally prominent juror determines the exhibition. Museum open 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday-Friday\, 1-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Free.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111119T210000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111225T000000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/new-harmony-art-antique-stroll URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/new-harmony-art-antique-stroll SUMMARY: New Harmony Art & Antique Stroll DESCRIPTION:The New Harmony Art &\; Antique Stroll will open with a reception on Nov. 19. The Stroll will feature many local artists including University of Southern Indiana ceramics alumni and Lenny Dowhie&rsquo\;s piece [From the Ground Up]. Since 1978\, Dowhie has taught USI students. Free. 4-7 p.m.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111119T210000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111225T000000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/home-is-where-the-heart-is URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/home-is-where-the-heart-is SUMMARY:Home Is Where the heART Is DESCRIPTION:This exhibition is a showcase of touching pieces about home\, family\, and love. The opening is paired with the New Harmony Art &\; Antiques Stroll\, a town-wide open house of art galleries\, antique shops\, and downtown businesses. Free. 4-7 p.m.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111120T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120304T220000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/eastwestnorth-a-collaboration URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/eastwestnorth-a-collaboration SUMMARY:East/West/North\: A Collaboration DESCRIPTION:With more than 40 members of the art faculties from local campuses\, the University of Evansville (East Side)\, the University of Southern Indiana (West Side)\, and Ivy Tech Community College (North Side) unite to display current work in this 25th annual collaborative exhibition. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays&ndash\;Fridays\, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays\, noon-5 p.m. Sundays. Free.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111125T220000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120102T020000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/ritzy%E2%80%99s-fantasy-of-lights URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/ritzy%E2%80%99s-fantasy-of-lights SUMMARY:Ritzy’s Fantasy of Lights DESCRIPTION:The annual drive-through winter light show brightens Evansville&rsquo\;s Gavin Park every Thanksgiving and into the New Year. All net proceeds fund physical\, occupational\, and speech therapy sessions at the Easter Seals Rehabilitation Center\, an organization serving Tri-State children and adults with disabilities. 5-9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday\, 5-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday. $7-$25.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111125T220000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120103T020000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/winter-wonderland URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/winter-wonderland SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland DESCRIPTION:The Winter Wonderland Festival includes an enormous Christmas tree at the entrance of an outdoor skating rink overlooking the Ohio River. The massive 20-by-40 cinema air screen offers holiday films throughout the evening. 5-9 p.m. $5.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111125T223000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120102T020000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/christmas-at-panther-creek URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/christmas-at-panther-creek SUMMARY:Christmas at Panther Creek DESCRIPTION:An evening drive through Panther Creek Park&rsquo\;s Christmas light festival showcases more than 25\,000 lights. Opened in 1992\, the park boasts numerous features\, and this season\, festive lights adorn them\: a fire tower\, a swinging bridge\, and two gazebos.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111129T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111224T020000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/winter-carnival-of-lights URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/winter-carnival-of-lights SUMMARY:Winter Carnival of Lights DESCRIPTION:The Vanderburgh 4-H Center&rsquo\;s Winter Carnival offers a drive-through lane with more than 100\,000 Christmas lights. Santa makes a trip to the antiques building at the 4-H Center each weekend. Light display hours are 6-9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday\, until 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday (Santa present until 9 p.m. each weekend evening). Free.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111201T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111201T170000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/think-outside-the-lunch-box-faculty-speaker-series URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/think-outside-the-lunch-box-faculty-speaker-series SUMMARY:Think Outside the Lunch Box Faculty Speaker Series DESCRIPTION:This lunchtime series was created in 2010 to share the expertise of UE faculty members on current events and hot topics. From political elections to public health issues\, the focus varies each month. Free.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111202T003000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111205T003000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/42nd-annual-madrigal-feaste URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/42nd-annual-madrigal-feaste SUMMARY:42nd Annual Madrigal Feaste DESCRIPTION:As USI's oldest living tradition\, the annual madrigal continues its legacy for the 42nd year. The reenactment of a 15th-century royal feast showcases members of the USI Chamber Choir\, with selections of old English and Irish madrigals\, folk songs\, and holiday chorals. \;7\:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday\, 1 p.m. Sunday. $32 for adults\; $28 for children\, seniors\, and students.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111202T141500Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111204T000000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/owensboro-dance-theatre%E2%80%99s-the-nutcracker URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/owensboro-dance-theatre%E2%80%99s-the-nutcracker SUMMARY:Owensboro Dance Theatre’s The Nutcracker DESCRIPTION:With a sold-out record the past three years\, the Owensboro Dance Theatre&rsquo\;s rendition of The Nutcracker should be another solid turnout. The unique version of Tchaikovsky&rsquo\;s classic tale wows with elaborate new theatrical sets\, special effect lighting\, new costumes\, and glistening snowflakes. 9\:15 and 11\:30 a.m. Friday\, 7 p.m. Saturday. $13.25 - $28.50.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111202T153000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111202T163000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/tiny-tot%E2%80%99s-holiday-ornaments URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/tiny-tot%E2%80%99s-holiday-ornaments SUMMARY:Tiny Tot’s Holiday Ornaments DESCRIPTION:For the little ones\, seeing their artwork &mdash\; which they made just for mom and dad &mdash\; hanging on the fridge is a thrill. Just in time for Christmas decorating\, tots ages 3-5 have a chance to create another special piece to display\, giving their household Christmas tree a personal\, youthful touch. $7.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111202T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111203T230000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/emtrac-express URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/emtrac-express SUMMARY: EMTRAC Express DESCRIPTION:The Evansville Museum&rsquo\;s Transportation Center presents a cozy evening for all children to dress in pajamas\, snack on cocoa and cookies\, and curl up in the museum&rsquo\;s club car while listening to a reading of Chris Van Allsburg&rsquo\;s [The Polar Express]. The children&rsquo\;s book has won awards such as [The New York Times&rsquo\;] Best Illustrated Children&rsquo\;s Books and the [The Boston Globe&rsquo\;s] Horn Book Award and became an animated film in 2004. $20 for members\, $25 non-members\, free for children under 2 years old.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111202T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111203T230000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/christmas-at-germania URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/christmas-at-germania SUMMARY:Christmas at Germania DESCRIPTION:\;In a community with rich German roots\, this holiday celebration preserves history with a traditional German meal prepared by Germania Mannerchor&rsquo\;s chefs and entertainment by the men&rsquo\;s and women&rsquo\;s choirs. $27.50.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111203T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111211T200000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/the-childrens-nutcracker URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/the-childrens-nutcracker SUMMARY:The Children's Nutcracker DESCRIPTION:It&rsquo\;s been told time and time again by performers all across the world\, but the Children&rsquo\;s Center for Dance Education gives a young perspective to the timeless tale of The Nutcracker\, a story of a German girl who dreams of a nutcracker prince and an epic battle between a mouse king. 7 p.m. on Dec. 2 and 9\, 2 p.m. on Dec. 3 and 10\, and 3 p.m. on Dec. 4 and 11. $10.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111203T010000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111218T190000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/it%E2%80%99s-a-wonderful-life-the-radio-play URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/it%E2%80%99s-a-wonderful-life-the-radio-play SUMMARY:It’s a Wonderful Life\: The Radio Play DESCRIPTION:The Civic Theatre transforms into a 1940s radio music hall with actors playing multiple roles and foley artists creating sound effects in this live radio play adaptation of the classic Frank Capra film. In the 1946 movie\, an angel helps a compassionate but despairingly frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he never existed. 8 p.m. (2 p.m. on Dec. 11 and 18). $12-$18
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111203T130000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111204T144500Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/breakfast-with-santa URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/breakfast-with-santa SUMMARY:Breakfast with Santa DESCRIPTION:For another year\, Santa comes to town &mdash\; and the zoo. Before getting to the milk and cookies\, he starts the day with a hot buffet breakfast with guests in the Rainforest Grill. Children receive treat bags\, create holiday crafts\, take photos with Santa\, and get a close look at some extra special animals. 8-9\:15 a.m. and 9\:45-11 a.m. Saturday\, 9\:45-11 a.m. Sunday. $5-$12.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111203T130000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111204T140000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/christmas-in-new-harmony URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/christmas-in-new-harmony SUMMARY:Christmas in New Harmony DESCRIPTION:With choral groups\, window displays\, and holiday dé\;cor throughout the streets\, Historic New Harmony welcomes Santa for a Christmas celebration. The two-day event includes shops filled with antiques and art as well as a holiday parade. 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday\; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Free.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111203T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111204T180000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/holiday-decorating-with-brenda-pelz URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/holiday-decorating-with-brenda-pelz SUMMARY:Holiday Decorating with Brenda Pelz DESCRIPTION:Brenda Pelz\, a longtime local home stager from Evansville\, will host a free two-day event to help get your holiday dé\;cor in order. She&rsquo\;ll give specific ideas on modernizing\, changing\, or just simply decluttering the holiday dé\;cor at your house. She asks that guests bring a few digital photos of holiday dé\;cor\, either decorated or from boxes. 1-4 p.m. both days. Free.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111204T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111204T190000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/peppermint-pops URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/peppermint-pops SUMMARY:Peppermint Pops DESCRIPTION:The Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra presents its annual holiday concert under the direction of Maestro Alfred Savia. This year&rsquo\;s featured vocals and sounds include classic American baritone Daniel Narducci\, the Evansville Philharmonic Chorus\, and the Evansville Horn Choir. 7 p.m. Saturday\; 2 p.m. Sunday. $15 and up.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111204T003000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111204T190000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/ballet-indiana-the-nutcracker URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/ballet-indiana-the-nutcracker SUMMARY:Ballet Indiana\: The Nutcracker DESCRIPTION:Ballet Indiana\, the Tri-State's newest nonprofit performing company dedicated to classical ballet\, presents its second annual performance of a classic holiday ballet. Choreographed by Keith J. Martin\, a former principal dancer with England's Royal Ballet\, the production features professional guest artists from the Saint Louis Ballet in the roles of the Cavalier and Sugar Plum Fairy. 7\:30 p.m. Saturday\, 2 p.m. Sunday. $15 adults\, $8 children\, $40 family pack (two adults and two children).
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111204T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111204T230000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/santa-clothes-club-telethon URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/santa-clothes-club-telethon SUMMARY:Santa Clothes Club Telethon DESCRIPTION:Each year around Christmas time\, leaders of the Santa Clothes Club has one thing in mind\: fundraising. Their goal is to raise up to $250\,000 in order to clothe as many as 2\,500 needy children in the Tri-State. This year\, producers at NEWS 25 dedicate the entire day of broadcasting to the annual Santa Clothes Club Telethon. Noon-6 p.m. Donations requested.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111205T003000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111205T003000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/jamey-aebersold-and-jazz-quartet URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/jamey-aebersold-and-jazz-quartet SUMMARY:Jamey Aebersold and Jazz Quartet DESCRIPTION:As a part of the Jasper Arts Center&rsquo\;s backstage series\, Jamey Aebersold and his jazz quartet give a live performance with their instrumental companions including the sax\, drums\, bass\, and piano. For more than 40 years\, Jamey Aebersold has been associated with the best of jazz education\, and he won the 2007 Indiana Governor&rsquo\;s Arts Award for his efforts as an arts educator. $12-$20.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111205T003000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111205T003000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/first-tuesday-concert-series-holiday-pops URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/first-tuesday-concert-series-holiday-pops SUMMARY:First Tuesday Concert Series\: Holiday Pops DESCRIPTION:With holiday favorites\, this seasonal performance shows off the collaborative talents of University of Evansville musicians including the Harlaxton Quintet\, 130 combined choir members\, the wind ensemble\, and UE faculty performers. Free.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111207T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111207T150000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/green-christmas URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/green-christmas SUMMARY:Green Christmas DESCRIPTION:Have yourself a green little Christmas. That&rsquo\;s what the Audubon Museum promotes this season. Here\, participants use old light bulbs\, glass jars\, tin cans\, and newspapers\, all recycled material\, to make beautiful holiday dé\;cor. Reduce\, reuse\, and recycle. All materials are provided. Free.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111208T160000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T230000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/holiday-art-sale-at-the-gallery URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/holiday-art-sale-at-the-gallery SUMMARY:Holiday Art Sale at the Gallery DESCRIPTION:From Thursday through Saturday\, local artists including Twila Black\, Jay Hamlin\, Nikki Pritchett\, and Fred Reaves\, will present their artwork at this holiday art sale. Hosted by the Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana\, this three-day event also will feature Dr. Donald Pitzer's new book\, New Harmony Then and Now. Free. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday\, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday\, and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday.
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YWCA has been serving the Evansville community for 100 years. As one of their many services\, their annual holiday luncheon includes a delicious lunch and showcases holiday gifts created from scratch by local merchants. $40-$65.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111209T160000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T140000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/%E2%80%9Cjoy-to-the-world%E2%80%9D-%E2%80%94-the-9th-annual-creche-exhibit URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/%E2%80%9Cjoy-to-the-world%E2%80%9D-%E2%80%94-the-9th-annual-creche-exhibit SUMMARY:“Joy to the World” — the 9th annual Crèche Exhibit DESCRIPTION:Take a holiday drive through the fifth annual Nativity Exhibit with about 500 nativity scenes. The nativity scenes come from all over the world. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday\, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday. Free.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T000000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/a-christmas-spectacular URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/a-christmas-spectacular SUMMARY:A Christmas Spectacular DESCRIPTION:Is it possible to make Christmas more spectacular? That&rsquo\;s the aim of Doyle Lawson &\; Quicksilver\, a gospel band with numerous awards. It&rsquo\;s an evening that encourages the entire family&rsquo\;s attendance. $19-$22.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T140000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T140000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/jingle-bell-run-5k URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/jingle-bell-run-5k SUMMARY: Jingle Bell Run 5K DESCRIPTION:As the nation&rsquo\;s leading cause of disability\, arthritis affects millions. In support\, the Arthritis Foundation&rsquo\;s local chapter puts on a 5K run/walk to raise money for research and advocacy. The event also encourages a holiday spirit\: Participants wear jingle bells on shoes and themed costumes. $5-$22
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T153000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T230000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/midwest-gingerbread-house-competition-and-holiday-showcase URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/midwest-gingerbread-house-competition-and-holiday-showcase SUMMARY:Midwest Gingerbread House Competition and Holiday Showcase DESCRIPTION:Come watch as professionals\, amateurs and youth all compete in different divisions to help raise funds and awareness of the homeless in our area. Live holiday music\, amazing shopping booths\, a silent auction\, a gingerbread workshop for little ones and pictures with Santa will make it a great time for families! This is a new fundraiser to benefit Aurora\, Building Sweet Hope for the Homeless.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T153000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T170000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/santa%E2%80%99s-at-the-park URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/santa%E2%80%99s-at-the-park SUMMARY:Santa’s at the Park DESCRIPTION:Children ages 3-7 and their families share the holiday activities\: doing arts and crafts\, storytelling\, eating treats\, and visiting Santa. Pre-registration required. $7.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111211T180000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/skate-with-santa URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/skate-with-santa SUMMARY:Skate with Santa DESCRIPTION:Skating alongside Santa inside the two-sheet National Hockey League ice rink is just one attraction at this second annual event. Take your picture with the white-bearded man to benefit the Vanderburgh Humane Society and the Evansville Rescue Mission\, or come out for a chance to win some great raffle prizes. 1-3\:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. $7 for children\; $9 for adults\; $10 additional fee for pictures.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T210000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111211T140000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/christmas-at-crossroads URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/christmas-at-crossroads SUMMARY:Christmas at Crossroads DESCRIPTION:Crossroads Christian Church presents timeless classics and popular contemporary music from the church&rsquo\;s 200-member choir and 60-piece orchestra. 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday\; 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sunday. Free.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111211T003000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111211T003000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/evansville-philharmonic-chorus-handel%E2%80%99s-messiah URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/evansville-philharmonic-chorus-handel%E2%80%99s-messiah SUMMARY:Evansville Philharmonic Chorus\: Handel’s Messiah DESCRIPTION:Under the direction of Dennis Malfatti\, the Evansville Philharmonic Chorus performs Handel&rsquo\;s Messiah with the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra. The traditional song features the triumphant "\;Hallelujah Chorus\,"\; originally performed in Dublin\, Ireland\, in 1742. $25-$30.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111211T010000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111211T010000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/jim-brickman%E2%80%99s-%E2%80%9Ca-christmas-celebration%E2%80%9D URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/jim-brickman%E2%80%99s-%E2%80%9Ca-christmas-celebration%E2%80%9D SUMMARY:Jim Brickman’s “A Christmas Celebration” DESCRIPTION:For those seeking to escape the stresses of the holiday season\, Jim Brickman &mdash\; a two-time\, Grammy-nominated\, platinum-selling artist &mdash\; brings a musical celebration to Evansville. With help from singers Ben Uteche\, Anne Cochran\, and violinist Tracey Silverman\, Brickman dazzles on the piano and with his vibrant vocals. $27-$67.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111211T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111211T200000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/children%E2%80%99s-nutcracker URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/children%E2%80%99s-nutcracker SUMMARY:Children’s Nutcracker DESCRIPTION:It&rsquo\;s been told time and time again by performers all across the world\, but the Children&rsquo\;s Center for Dance Education gives a young perspective to the timeless tale of The Nutcracker\, a story of a German girl who dreams of a nutcracker prince and an epic battle between a mouse king. $10.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111211T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111211T200000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/a-very-merry-holiday-pops URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/a-very-merry-holiday-pops SUMMARY:A Very Merry Holiday Pops DESCRIPTION:Headed by directors Diane Earle of the Owensboro Symphony Chorus\, Julie White of the Kentucky Youth chorale\, and conductor Tom Stites of the Owensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra\, the Holiday Pops concert reverberates the center&rsquo\;s walls with the help of a full-audience sing-along. $10.50-$40.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111215T003000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111215T003000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/south-pacific URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/south-pacific SUMMARY:South Pacific DESCRIPTION:On a tropical island during World War II\, love for two couples is tested against war and personal prejudice. Based on the 2008 Tony Award-winning production\, South Pacific brings romance through storytelling and beloved songs including &ldquo\;Some Enchanted Evening\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;I&rsquo\;m Gonna Wash that Man Right Outa My Hair\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;This Nearly Was Mine&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;There is Nothin&rsquo\; Like a Dame.&rdquo\; $22-$42.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111216T003000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111216T003000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/a-christmas-carol URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/a-christmas-carol SUMMARY:A Christmas Carol DESCRIPTION:Charles Dickens&rsquo\; A Christmas Carol has been adapted to film more than 200 times. His novel originally was published on Dec. 17\, 1843\, and went on to become one of Dickens&rsquo\; most famous works. A theatrical version at the Henderson Fine Arts Center take viewers on a journey to Victorian England during the cold winter. There\, Ebenezer Scrooge learns the true meaning of Christmas. $18-28.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111217T003000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111217T003000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/amy-grant-and-vince-gill%E2%80%99s-12-days-of-christmas-tour URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/amy-grant-and-vince-gill%E2%80%99s-12-days-of-christmas-tour SUMMARY:Amy Grant and Vince Gill’s 12 Days of Christmas Tour DESCRIPTION:This Christmas tour has special meaning for the husband and wife singers. They met performing holiday music. Gill credits Amy for this show&rsquo\;s concept\, but it needs both voices to take the holiday classics to the next level. $45-$80.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111217T020000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111217T020000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/deviator URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/deviator SUMMARY:Deviator DESCRIPTION:Travis Kirschner\, Troy Coots\, and Dereck Dew bring their progressive rock sound to Evansville with a couple local acts including Vulpes. Deviator\, their three-man Kansas City-based band\, is taking the stage at Bullocks Tavern for a 21 and up concert. $5.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111217T140000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111218T140000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/evansville-gun-knife-show URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/evansville-gun-knife-show SUMMARY:Evansville Gun & Knife Show DESCRIPTION:Enforcing local\, state\, and federal laws\, the Central Indiana gun show offers a safe haven for gun enthusiasts all over the state. Items on display\: pistols\, rifles\, shotguns\, ammunition\, knives\, and military collectibles. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday\, until 3 p.m. Sunday. $5 adults\, kids under 12 free. Table rental $35.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111218T003000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111218T003000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/evansville-ballet-presents-the-nutcracker URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/evansville-ballet-presents-the-nutcracker SUMMARY:Evansville Ballet presents The Nutcracker DESCRIPTION:With the guidance of artistic director Mark Bush and conductor Alfred Savia\, Evansville Ballet&rsquo\;s production of The Nutcracker returns to the stage. This time\, the dancers are accompanied by the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra. Bush&rsquo\;s production has been called a &ldquo\;visual feast for the eyes.&rdquo\; 2 p.m. and 7\:30 p.m. $20-$40.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T195935Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111218T190000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111218T190000Z UID:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/magic-cares-2011 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.evansvilleliving.com/event/magic-cares-2011 SUMMARY:Magic Cares 2011 DESCRIPTION:This fifth annual family holiday tradition features local magician Don Baggett and other entertainers from throughout the Midwest. Baggett\, featured on the cover of our March/April 2011 issue (&ldquo\;Join the Fun&rdquo\;)\, got his first gig as a magician in a nursing home when he was 16. He now performs 250 shows a year. Proceeds from the event go to Vanderburgh County CASA\, an organization of court-appointed special advocates who ensure a safe home for abused and neglected children. $7-$10.
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