Holiday Events

[ CALENDAR ] COMPILED BY ERIC REZSNYAK AND ALYSA STRYKER

Ongoing

[ EXHIBIT ] Festival of Trees Through December 6. More than 100 holiday items on display. Granger Homestead, 295 N. Main St, Canandaigua. Mon-Wed 1-5 p.m., Thu-Fri 1-7 p.m., Sat-Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m., closed on Thanksgiving Day. $1-$5. grangerhomestead.org.

[ EXHIBIT ] Holiday Wreath Display and Auction Through November 29. George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. Tue-Wed 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thu 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 1-5 p.m. $4-$10. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ EXHIBIT ] "Sweet Creations" Gingerbread House Display Through December 16. More than 65 stylized gingerbread houses by local artists. George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. Tue-Wed 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thu 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 1-5 p.m. $4-$10. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ EXHIBIT ] Tabletop Tree Display and Auction Through December 18. Fifteen tabletop trees on display, all up for silent auction. George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. Tue-Wed 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thu 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 1-5 p.m. $4-$10. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

Wednesday, November 18

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Thanksgiving Dinner Flint Street Community Center, 271 Flint St. 5-7 p.m. 428-7001, cityofrochester.gov.

Thursday, November 19

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Thanksgiving Dinner Avenue D Community Center, 200 Avenue D. 6-8 p.m. 428-7934, cityofrochester.gov.

Thursday, November 19-Sunday, November 22

[ STAGE ] "Liberty Invasion" New all-ages musical comedy by Phyllis Kasdin and Annette Stolberg. Jewish Community Center, 1200 Edgewood Ave. Thu 7:30 p.m., Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $15-$18. 461-2000, jccrochester.org.

Thursday, November 19-Friday, December 27

[ STAGE ] "A Christmas Story" The popular stage adaptation of the classic holiday movie returns. Geva Theatre Center, 75 Woodbury Blvd. $28-$65. 232-GEVA. For a full schedule of show times and more information visit gevatheatre.org.

Friday, November 20

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Rochester Roots Harvest Dinner Local food, plus presentations throughout the evening. Downtown Presbyterian Church, 121 N. Fitzhugh St. 5:30 p.m. 232-1463.

Friday, November 20-Sunday, November 22

[ SHOPPING ] Finger Lakes Holiday Shopping Spree Wine and food, souvenirs, ornaments, more. Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. Fri 1-5 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Continues December 4. $35-$50. 800-684-5217, cayugawinetrail.com.

[ SHOPPING ] Holiday Bazaar Arts and Crafts Sale Original art and unique crafts. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. Fri 5-9 p.m., Sat 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 11a.m.-4 p.m. $4-$7. 271-1880, rmsc.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Deck the Halls Weekend Seneca Lake wine trail with food tastings. Continues December 4-6. Fri 1-5 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $36-$70. Senecalakewine.com.

[ STAGE ] "White Christmas" Neighborhood Acting Company brings to life the Irving Berlin musical. Wayne Central High School, Route 350 South, Ontario Center. Fri-Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $8-$10. neighborhoodactingcompany.org.

Saturday, November 21

[ OUTDOORS ] Turkey Trot 5K Cross-Country Race/Walk Greater Rochester Track Club. LeRoy Cross-Country Course, Bunnell Park, Summit Street, LeRoy. 9 a.m. $15-$20. grtconline.org.

[ SHOPPING ] Holiday Cookie and Gift Market Proceeds benefit St. John's Nursery School. Mendon Fire House, 101 Mendon-Iona Rd, Mendon. 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. 624-1940, sjns.net.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Winter Wonderland Wine Tasting Wine and food pairings, tasting lessons, games, entertainment; fundraiser for Black Sheep Theatre Coalition. Village Gate Suite D313, 274 N Goodman St. 7:30 p.m. $20. 414-3927, blacksheeptheatre.org.

[ STAGE ] The ManShee Chronicles Thanksgiving improv show with the theme "Dysfunction with all the Trimmings." Blackfriars Theatre, 795 E Main St. 10:30 p.m. $8. 454-1260, mansheefunny.com.

Saturday, November 21-Sunday, January 3

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] "Holiday Songs and Skies with Mr. Jack Frost" Family laser-light show with holiday songs, tours of the winter sky, and more. Strasenburgh Planetarium, 657 East Ave. $8-$10. For a full list of show times call 271-4320 or visit rmsc.org.

Sunday, November 22

[ MUSIC ] Holiday Musicales: Sine Nomine Flute Choir George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 3-4 p.m. Included with museum admission. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ SHOPPING ] Rochester Collectible and Vintage Toy Show Toys from the 1800s to the present. Fair and Expo Center, 2695 E. Henrietta Rd. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $5. 334-4000, fairandexpocenter.org.

Tuesday, November 24

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Thanksgiving Dinner Campbell St Community Center,524 Campbell St. 6-8 p.m. 428-7860, cityofrochester.gov.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Thanksgiving Dinner South Ave Community Center, 999 South Ave. 6-8 p.m. cityofrochester.gov.

Wednesday, November 25

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Thanksgiving Event Adams Street Community Center, 85 Adams St. 4-6 p.m. 428-7266, cityofrochester.gov.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Thanksgiving Event Gardiner Recreation Center, 75 Grover St. 4-6 p.m. 428-7827, cityofrochester.gov.

Thursday, November 26

[ OUTDOORS ] Webster Turkey Trot 4.4- or 2.5-mile race. Webster Park, Parkview Lodge, Holt Road. 10 a.m. yellowjacketracing.com.

Friday, November 27

[ MUSIC ] Skycoasters Turkey Bash Local party band throws its annual Thanksgiving, 80's themed soiree. Riverside Convention Center, 123 E Main St. 7 p.m.-12:30 a.m. $10-$15. skycoasters.com.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Santa's Arrival & Tree Lighting Ceremony Celebrate Santa's arrival with a tree-lighting ceremony, plus live entertainment. South Main Street, Canandaigua. 1-5 p.m. Free. downtowncanandaigua.com.

Friday, November 27-Saturday, November 28

[ DANCE ] Thanksgiving Festival Weekend-long festival of music and dancing. Salem United Church of Christ, 60 Bittner St. $12-$39. rochestercontra.com.

[ SHOPPING ] Holiday Open House Deals on various glass and bead items, plus live glassblowing and bead-making demonstrations. Continues December 5. More Fire Glass Studio, 80 Rockwood Place. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 242-0450, morefireglass.com.

[ STAGE ] Geva Comedy Improv Thanksgiving Shows Geva Theatre Center, 75 Woodbury Blvd. 10:30 p.m., $7. 232-1366, gevatheatre.org/onstage/improv.

Friday, November 27-Sunday, November 29

[ SHOPPING ] Holiday Pet Photos Photographer poses your pets with Santa or holiday decorations. Continues December 5. Lollypop Farm , 99 Victor Rd, Fairport; Pet Saver Superstore, 1596 W. Ridge Rd, Greece. Fri 11 a.m. -4 p.m. Sat-Sun 9 a.m.-4 p.m. lollypop.org.

[ SHOPPING ] Holiday Festival of Crafts Rochester Folk Art Guild exhibition with hand-made craft items. Harley School, 1981 Clover St. Fri-Sat 10 p.m.-5 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $2. rfag.org.

[ SHOPPING ] Holiday Sale Friends of Montezuma Wetlands Complex fundraiser. The Lodge Gift Shop, Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge, 3395 Route 20 E, Seneca Falls. Fri-Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 315-568-9629.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Holiday Winery Tours Learn about the wine-making process and the history of the vineyard. Continues December 26. Casa Larga Vineyards, 2287 Turk Hill Rd, Fairport. 1 & 3 p.m. Free. 223-4210, casalarga.com.

[ STAGE/MUSIC ] Rochester City Ballet/Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra: "The Nutcracker" The holiday classic featuring music by the RPO and Bach's Children's Chorus, and guest ballet performers. Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, 26 Gibbs St. 2 & 7 p.m. $15-$62. 454-2100, rpo.org.

Saturday, November 28

[ OUTDOORS ] Turkey Run 5-mile race by Genesee Valley Harrier Running Club. Camp Eastman, Lakeshore Boulevard, Irondequoit. 9 a.m. 729-4759. gvh.net.

[ SHOPPING ] Holiday Sale Find gifts from Tibet, Nepal and India. White Lotus Society, 11 S. Goodman St. 442-5853, whitelotusdharma.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Santa Train Classic train ride with Santa; continues through December 20. Depart from 530 West Ave, Medina. Noon, 2 p.m., & 4 p.m. $13. railroadmuseum.net.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Santa Train Scenic railway between Shortsville and Canandaigua. Each ride lasts one hour. Lehigh Valley Railroad Historical Society. Departs at10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 4 p.m.$12.315-209-1029, fingerlakesscenicrailway.com.

[ STAGE ] Unleashed! Improv comedy. Jewish Community Center, 1200 Edgewood Ave. 7:30 p.m. $5-$8. 461-2000, jccrochester.org.

Saturday, November 28-Sunday, November 29

[ SHOPPING ] Second Storie Indie Market Artists and crafters from Northeast and beyond. Visual Studies Workshop Auditorium, 31 Prince St. Sat 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 309-5371, secondstorie.net.

Sunday, November 29

[ MUSIC ] Holiday Musicales: Joe Blackburn (organ) George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 3-4 p.m. Included with museum admission. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ STAGE/MUSIC ] Ithaca Ballet/Finger Lakes Symphony Orchestra Smith Opera House, 82 Seneca St, Geneva. 3 p.m. $8-$17. 866-355-LIVE, thesmith.org.

Tuesday, December 1

[ MUSIC ] Mannheim Steamroller The wildly popular "18th century rock band" brings its annual Christmas tour to the Auditorium Theatre, 875 E Main St. 7:30 p.m. $34.50-$61.50. rbtl.org.

[ SHOPPING ] Candlelight Night Shopping, treats, candles. Historic village/Erie Canal shopping district, Pittsford. 4-9 p.m. Free. 248-6280, townofpittsford.org.

Wednesday, December 2

[ MUSIC ] Live From Hochstein: Holiday Music for Horns w/Eastman Horn Choir. Hochstein School of Music & Dance, 50 N Plymouth Ave. 12:10-12:50 p.m. Free. 454-4596, hochstein.org.

Wednesday, December 2-Sunday, December 6

[ STAGE ] Garth Fagan Dance World-renowned dance troupe performs its annual winter show, including original pieces featuring the Ying Quartet. Nazareth Arts Center, 4245 East Ave. Wed 7:30 p.m., Thu-Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 & 8 p.m., Sun 2 & 7:30 p.m. $30-$55. 389-2170, garthfagandance.org.

Thursday, December 3

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Park Avenue Holiday Open House Holiday music, horse-drawn wagon rides, hot roasted chestnuts, holiday characters with candy cane treats. Park Avenue, from Culver to Alexander. 5-9 p.m. park-avenue.org.

Friday, December 4

[ MUSIC ] Rochester Boys Choir "Welcome Yule!" concert, with additional choral groups. Asbury First United Methodist Church, 1050 East Ave. 7:30 p.m. $6-$10. rochesterboyschoir.org.

Friday, December 4-Saturday, December 5

[ MUSIC ] Rochester Gay Men's Chorus "Make the Season Bright," songs that celebrate the many seasonal holidays, plus Rochester in winter. Hochstein Performance Hall, 50 N. Plymouth Ave. 8 p.m. $6-$15. 423-0650, thergmc.org.

[ SHOPPING ] Geneseo Farm Toy Show Biggest farm toy show in the East with 140 dealers. Geneseo Central School, 4050 Avon Rd, Geneseo. Auction Fri 7 p.m., show Sat 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 243-3882. geneseo.edu/harke/show.htm.

[ SHOPPING ] Vintage Jewelry Trunk Show Exhibition and sale of the Carole Tanenbaum Vintage Collection of costume jewelry. George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 1-4 p.m. Included with museum admission. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Candlelight Christmas Morgan Manning House, 151 Main St, Brockport. Fri 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $2. 637-5300.

Friday, December 4-Sunday, December 6

[ SHOPPING ] Finger Lakes Holiday Shopping Spree Wine and food, souvenirs, ornaments, more. Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. Fri 1-5 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Continues December 4. $35-$50. 800-684-5217, cayugawinetrail.com.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Deck the Halls Weekend Seneca Lake wine trail with food tastings. Fri 1-5 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $36-$70. Senecalakewine.com.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Yuletide in the Country Reenactments, sing-alongs, instrumental music, gingerbread house display, and more old-fashioned 18th century fun. Holiday buffet available for additional cost (reservations required.) Continues December 11. Genesee Valley Country Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Rd, Mumford. Friday tours begin at 4:45 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday tours begin at 1:45 p.m. $12-$22. 538-6822, gcv.org.

[ STAGE ] Big Wigs: Holiday Hams Drag divas Aggy Dune and Kasha Davis present their fabulous holiday show. Golden Ponds Party House, 500 Long Pond Rd. 7 p.m. buffet, 8 p.m. show $32/includes dinner. thebigwigsshow.com.

Saturday, December 5

[ MUSIC ] Madrigalia "Light of the World," old and new repertoire focusing on the many sources of life, both spiritual and physical. First Congregational Church, 58 N Main St, Canandaigua. 7:30 p.m. $10-$12. 394-2184, madrigalia.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Corn Hill Holiday Tour Self-guided tour of the Corn Hill neighborhood. 9 a.m.-noon & 4 p.m. $18. landmarksociety.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Edgerton Train Tours Check out the model train room at the Edgerton Community Center, 41 Backus St. Continues December 12. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. 428-6769, cityofrochester.gov.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Gary the Happy Pirate Meet the local children's entertainer and donate a gift to the Pirate Toy Fund. Strong National Museum of Play, 1 Manhattan Sq. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Included in museum admission. 263-2700, museumofplay.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Holiday Breakfast with Santa Visits with Santa, children's entertainment, special gifts. Shannon Hall at Eastside Community Center, 14 N. Van Buren St, Batavia. 8:30 a.m. bataviaparks.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Liberty Pole Lighting & Family Holiday Party Kick-off of the downtown Rochester holiday celebration. East Ave & Main St. 3-8:30 p.m. cityofrochester.gov.

Saturday, December 5-Sunday, December 6

[ MUSIC ] 18th Annual Hochstein School Performathon Various Hochstein students, ensembles, and faculty perform nonstop. Eastview Mall, Victor. Sat 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Sun noon-5 p.m. 454-4596, hochstein.org.

[ MUSIC ] Roberts Wesleyan College Christmas Gala Selections from Handel's "Messiah" performed by faculty, students, and alumni, plus traditional seasonal music. Roberts Wesleyan Cultural Life Center, 2301 Westside Dr. Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 3 p.m. $8. 594-6008, theatermgr.roberts.edu.

[ SHOPPING ] Holiday Open House Deals on various glass and bead items, plus live glassblowing and bead-making demonstrations. More Fire Glass Studio, 80 Rockwood Place. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 242-0450, morefireglass.com.

[ SHOPPING ] Holiday Pet Photos Lollypop Farm , 99 Victor Rd, Fairport; Pet Saver Superstore, 1596 W. Ridge Rd, Greece. Fri 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sat-Sun 9 a.m.-4 p.m. lollypop.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Breakfast with Santa Rocky Coasts Underwater Gallery, Seneca Park Zoo, 2222 St Paul St. Continues December 12. One-hour seatings at 8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m. & 11 a.m. $7-$15 (free 2 and under). Reservations required: 336-7217. senecaparkzoo.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Holiday Trolley Rides Holiday-themed trolley rides plus model rail roads. Continues December 12. New York Museum of Transportation , 6393 E. River Rd, Rush. Sat 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $4-$5. nymtmuseum.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Holiday Wines & Pines Wines, gourmet foods. Westside Wineries of Keuka Lake. Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun noon- 5 p.m. westside-wineries.com.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] North Pole Express Train Wear your PJs and ride through the countryside. Continues December 12. Noon & 2:30 p.m. $13. Reservations required: 492-3100, arcadeandatticarr.com.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] RIT Model Railroad Club Tiger Tracks Public Train Show Vendors selling model trains, memorabilia, and more. RIT Gordon Field House. Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m. ritmrc.org/tigertracks.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Santa Train Depart from Northside Service Center, 165 Park Ave, Brockport. Noon, 2 p.m., & 4 p.m. $10. railroadmuseum.net.

[ STAGE ] "The Nutcracker" Performed by Studio For the Performing Arts. Smith Opera House, 82 Seneca St, Geneva. Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $5-$15. 866-355-LIVE, thesmith.org.

Saturday, December 5-Saturday, December 19

[ STAGE ] "The Santaland Diaries" One-man adult comedy based on the holiday works of Davis Sedaris. Blackfriars Theatre, 795 E Main St. $15-$25. 454-1260. For showtimes and more information visit blackfriars.org.

Sunday, December 6

[ FILM ] Family Holiday Films: "Raggedy Ann and Andy: A Musical Adventure" Dryden Theatre at the George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 2 p.m. $5-$7. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ MUSIC ] Brockport College-Community Chorus "Songs of the Season," featuring holiday music throughout the years. St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 14 State St. 7:30 p.m. $5. brockport.edu/finearts.

[ MUSIC ] Finger Lakes Concert Band Holiday Concert Featuring two new works by conductor Brian Story, plus additional holiday pieces. Canandaigua Middle School, 215 Granger St, Canandaigua. 3 p.m. $5. 454-4596, hochstein.org.

[ MUSIC ] Genesee Symphony Orchestra presents its "Home for the Holidays" concert with works by Tchaikovsky, Faure, and Anderson, plus select carols. City Church, Batavia. 4 p.m. geneseesymphony.com.

[ MUSIC ] Holiday Musicales: Amadeus Choral Youth Singers George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 3-4 p.m. Included with museum admission. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ MUSIC ] Rochester Boys Choir Holiday concert. Park Ridge Free Methodist Church, 10 Straub Rd. 7 p.m. rochesterboyschoir.org.

[ MUSIC ] Rochester Chamber Orchestra Performs Handel's "Mesiah" with Rochester Classical Idol Winner Jacqueline Noparstak and other vocal guests. Hochstein Performance Hall, 50 N Plymouth Ave. 7 p.m. $10-$20. 443-9778, rochesterchamberorchestra.org.

[ SHOPPING ] Holidays At The Market Art, crafts, decorations, and holiday food. Continues December 13. Public Market, 280 N. Union St.9 a.m.-3 p.m. cityofrochester.gov.

[ SHOPPING ] Toy Show Toy show with more than 150 exhibitors. Village Gate Square, 274 N. Goodman St. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. villagegatesquare.com.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Brunch with Santa Italian-American Community Center, 150 Frank DiMino Way.11 a.m. $6-$10 (4 and under free). Reservations required: 594-8882.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Christmas Tree Lighting & Candlelight Walk Village of Brockport. 5 p.m. 637-5300.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Merry Perry Home Tour Tour of homes, reception with holiday treats. Reception at the Masonic Temple on Main Street in Perry. 1-4 p.m. $12-$15. 507-0211.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Pancake Breakfasts with Santa Claus and St. Nicholas Catered breakfast and stories. Continued December 13. George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 10 a.m. $15-$20. Reservations required: 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ STAGE ] Yahweh Ballet Faith-based ballet company presents "Savior," an original piece retelling the story of the birth of Jesus Christ. Finney Auditorium, 2070 Five Mile Line Rd, Penfield. 5 p.m. $6-$8. yahwehballet.org.

Monday, December 7

[ STAGE ] Magic in the Making Go behind the scenes of Ralphie's house from "A Christmas Story," meet the craftsmen who run the scene and costume shops at Geva, and more. Geva Theatre, 75 Woodbury Blvd. 6-8 p.m. Free. 232-1366, gevatheatre.org.

Tuesday, December 8-Thursday, December 10

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Cookies and Caroling Special evening events for members of the museum. Strong National Museum of Play, 1 Manhattan Sq. 263-2700, museumofplay.org.

Tuesday, December 8-Sunday, December 13

[ STAGE ] "Cirque Dreams: Holidaze" Holiday spectacle featuring music, acrobatics, dancing, and more. Auditorium Theatre, 875 E Main St. 7:30 p.m. $27.50-$52.50. For dates and times check rbtl.org.

Wednesday, December 9

[ MUSIC ] Live From Hochstein: A Cup of Good Cheer w/Madrigalia. Hochstein School of Music & Dance, 50 N Plymouth Ave. 12:10-12:50 p.m. Free. 454-4596, hochstein.org.

Thursday, December 10

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Holiday Homecoming Celebration Holiday decorations, gingerbread exhibition, crafts. George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 5-8 p.m. Included with museum admission. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

Friday, December 11

[ MUSIC ] Eastman Holiday Sing Eastman School of Music Main Hall, 26 Gibbs St. Noon-2 p.m. Free. 274-1000, esm.rochester.edu.

[ MUSIC ] Eastman Repertory Singers/Women's Chorus Program includes "Snowforms" by Schafer, "Velvet Shoes" by Thomson, and more. St. Mary's Catholic Church. 8-10 p.m. Free. 274-1000, esm.rochester.edu.

[ STAGE ] Annual Hochstein Dance Gala Variety of dance styles choreographed by Hochstein faculty. Hochstein School of Music & Dance, 50 N Plymouth Ave. 7:30 p.m. Free. 454-4596, hochstein.org.

Friday, December 11-Saturday, December 12

[ STAGE ] Bush Mango Drum and Dance presents holiday performance "Joy! A Solstice Celebration." Bush Mango Community Center, 34 Elton St. 7:30 p.m. $12-$18. 234-3960, bushmango.org.

Friday, December 11-Sunday, December 13

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Yuletide in the Country Reenactments, sing-alongs, instrumental music, gingerbread house display, and more old-fashioned 18th century fun. Holiday buffet available for additional cost (reservations required.) Continues December 18. Genesee Valley Country Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Rd, Mumford. Friday tours begin at 4:45 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday tours begin at 1:45 p.m. $12-$22. 538-6822, gcv.org.

Saturday, December 12

[ MUSIC ] Brighton Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert Featuring Christmas songs from many lands, Haydn's "Christmas Symphony No. 26," Allentoff's "Chanukah Romance," and more. Eastview Mall, Route 96, Victor. 2:30 p.m. Free. 248-0680, brightonsymphony.org.

[ MUSIC ] Dallas Brass Holiday The nationally known seven-member brass band takes on a variety of holiday classics. Wadsworth Auditorium, SUNY Geneseo. 8 p.m. $6-$16. Geneseo.edu/limelightandaccents.

[ MUSIC ] Eileen Ivers Celtic Christmas Smith Opera House, 82 Seneca St, Geneva. 8 p.m. $15. 866-355-LIVE, thesmith.org.

[ MUSIC ] Holiday Concert of Voices With the Hochstein Little Singers, Hochstein Youth Singers, Hochstein Singer, and Hochstein Chorale. Hochstein School of Music & Dance, 50 N Plymouth Ave. 3 p.m. Free. 454-4596, hochstein.org.

[ MUSIC ] Rochester Boys Choir Holiday concert and silent auction. Christ Episcopal Church, 141 East Ave. 3 p.m. $5. rochesterboyschoir.org.

[ MUSIC ] Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra: A Classical Christmas With conductor Christopher Seaman and Rochester Oratorio Society, performing excerpts from Bach's "Christmas Oratorio," Vaughan Williams' "Hodie," and Handel's "Messiah." Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, 26 Gibbs St. 8 p.m. $15-$60. 454-2100, rpo.org.

[ MUSIC ] Rochester Women's Community Chorus "Spirit of the Season" winter concert. Downtown United Presbyterian Church, 121 N Fitzhugh St. 7:30 p.m. $7-$12. therwcc.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Breakfast with Santa Webster Community Center, 530 Webster Ave. 10 a.m.-noon. 428-7828.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Christmas in Mount Morris Main Street, Mount Morris. 6-9 p.m. Free. 658-3132.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Edgerton Train Tours Check out the model train room at the Edgerton Community Center, 41 Backus St. Continues December 19. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. 428-6769, cityofrochester.gov.

[ STAGE ] Unleashed! Improv comedy. Jewish Community Center, 1200 Edgewood Ave. 7:30 p.m. $5-$8. 461-2000, jccrochester.org.

Saturday, December 12-Sunday, December 13

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Breakfast with Santa Rocky Coasts Underwater Gallery, Seneca Park Zoo, 2222 St Paul St. Continues December 19. One-hour seatings at 8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m. & 11 a.m. $7-$15 (free 2 and under). Reservations required: 336-7217. senecaparkzoo.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Holiday Trolley Rides Holiday-themed trolley rides plus model rail roads. Continues December 19. New York Museum of Transportation , 6393 E. River Rd, Rush. Sat 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $4-$5. nymtmuseum.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] North Pole Express Train Wear your PJs and ride through the countryside. Continues December 19. Noon & 2:30 p.m. $13. Reservations required: 492-3100, arcadeandatticarr.com.

[ STAGE ] "Cinderella" By the Rochester Children's Theatre. Continues December 19. Nazareth Arts Center, 4245 East Ave. Sat 2 & 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $20-$25. 389-2170, rochesterchildrenstheatre.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Happy Holidays at Strong Presentations of "The Mitten"; holiday crafts. Continues December 19. Strong National Museum of Play, 1 Manhattan Sq. Included in museum admission. 263-2700, museumofplay.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Santa Train See November 28 listing. Depart from 530 West Ave, Medina. Noon, 2 p.m., & 4 p.m. $13. railroadmuseum.net.

Saturday, December 12-Saturday, January 2

[ STAGE ] "Welcome to the Neighborhood" World premiere of a comedy by Hank Kimmel . Jewish Community Center, 1200 Edgewood Ave. $16-$22. 461-2000. For a complete list of showtimes and more information, visit jccrochester.org.

Sunday, December 13

[ FILM ] Family Holiday Films: "Small Soldiers" Dryden Theatre at the George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 2 p.m. $5-$7. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ MUSIC ] Hochstein Spotlight on Faculty: Christmas at Granger Homestead w/Laura Schweibacher, voice, and Lisa Raposa, piano. Granger Homestead, 295 N Main St, Canandaigua. 3 p.m. Free. 454-4596, hochstein.org.

[ MUSIC ] Holiday Musicales: Kathy Wilkins George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 3-4 p.m. Included with museum admission. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ MUSIC ] RPO OrKIDStra: "The Snowman" Classic British animated film screened with live score by the RPO, plus a sing-along and more. Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, 26 Gibbs St. 2 p.m. $10-$15. 454-2100, rpo.org.

[ SHOPPING ] Holidays At The Market Art, crafts, decorations, and holiday food. Continues December 20. Public Market, 280 N. Union St.9 a.m.-3 p.m. cityofrochester.gov.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Cinderella's Enchanted Holiday Party Holiday treats with Cinderella and friends, plus photo ops with glass slipper and pumpkin coach. Fundraiser for Rochester Children's Theatre, Golisano Children's Hospital, Better Day Buddies. Nazareth Arts Center, 4245 East Ave. 3:30 p.m. $10-$12. 389-2170, rochesterchildrenstheatre.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Horse-Drawn Ride with Santa Horse rides, bowling, pictures with Santa. Letchworth Pines, Portageville. 12:30-4:30 p.m. $5, 1 adult gets in free, additional adult $5. letchworthpines.com.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Pancake Breakfasts with Santa Claus and St. Nicholas Catered breakfast and stories. George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 10 a.m. $15-$20. Reservations required: 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

Monday, December 14

[ MUSIC ] Gregory Kunde Chorale/Rochester Boys Choir: "Lessons and Carols" Concert celebrates the Festival of Lessons and Carols, featuring readings, choral, and congregational singing. St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 43 Gebhardt Rd, Penfield. 7:30 p.m. Free. 377-7568.

[ MUSIC ] Hochstein Chorale Holiday Concert Hochstein School of Music & Dance, 50 N Plymouth Ave. 7:30 p.m. Free. 454-4596, hochstein.org.

[ MUSIC ] Penfield Symphony Orchestra "Holiday Delights," featuring music by Schubert, Bizet, Wendel, and more. Browncroft Community Church, 2530 Browncroft Blvd. 7:30 p.m. $12-$24. 872-0774, penfieldsymphony.org.

Tuesday, December 15

[ MUSIC ] Winter Solstice Concert With Alan Seale, vocals, Bill Lewis, pianist, Sonam Targee, world musician, Michael Van Munster, percussion, and Able Rae, storyteller. First Universality Church 150 S Clinton Ave. 7:30 p.m. Free. 325-5092, 473-9793.

Wednesday, December 16

[ MUSIC ] Brighton Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert Featuring Christmas songs from many lands, Haydn's "Christmas Symphony No. 26," Allentoff's "Chanukah Romance," and more. St. John's Home, 150 Highland Ave. 7:30 p.m. Free. 248-0680, brightonsymphony.org.

[ MUSIC ] Country Christmas with John Berry "Return to Bethlehem 2009" Tour. Main Street Armory, 900 E Main St. 6:30 p.m. $20. rochestermainstreetarmory.com.

Thursday, December 17

[ DANCE ] Moscow Ballet's "Great Russian Nutcracker" The world-renowned ensemble brings the holiday classic to the Auditorium Theatre, 875 E Main St. 8 p.m. $27.50-$67.50. rbtl.org.

[ MUSIC ] Abilene Holiday Blast Fred Costello and friends play a mix of blues, funk, jazz, and holiday favorites. Abilene Bar and Lounge, 153 Liberty Pole Way. 8 p.m. Free. Abilenebarandlounge.com.

[ MUSIC ] Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra: Gala Holiday Pops Rochester Rotary Night Conductor Jeff Tyzik, guest conductor Bob Duffy, tenor Doug LaBrecque, and Festival High School Chorale. Benefits Rochester Rotary charitable programs. Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, 26 Gibbs St. 7:30 p.m. $45. 454-2100, rpo.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Holiday Dinner Party South Ave Community Center, 999 South Ave. 5:30-7:30 p.m. 428-6015, cityofrochester.gov.

Friday, December 18

[ MUSIC ] Genesee Valley Orchestra & Chorus Performs Handel's "Messiah" under the direction of Raffaele Ponti. Continues December 20. St. John of Rochester, Fairport. 8 p.m. 223-9006, gvoc.org.

[ MUSIC ] Madrigalia See listing for Saturday, December 5. Downtown United Presbyterian Church, 121 N Fitzhugh St. 8 p.m. 234-4283, madrigalia.org.

[ MUSIC ] Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra: Gala Holiday Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik, guest tenor Doug LaBrecque, and Festival High School Chorale. Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, 26 Gibbs St. 8 p.m. $18-$64. 454-2100, rpo.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Christmas Party Gardiner Community Center, 75 Grover St. 4-6 p.m. 428-7827, cityofrochester.gov.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Supper With Santa Adams Street Community Center,85 Adams St. 6-8 p.m., 428-7456.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Youth Council Holiday Dance Avenue D Community Center,200 Avenue D. 7-9 p.m. 428-7934, cityofrochester.gov.

Friday, December 18-Saturday, December 19

[ STAGE ] Geva Comedy Improv Geva Theatre Center, 75 Woodbury Blvd. 10:30 p.m., $7. 232-1366, gevatheatre.org/onstage/improv.

Friday, December 18-Sunday, December 20

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Yuletide in the Country Reenactments, sing-alongs, instrumental music, gingerbread house display, and more old-fashioned 18th century fun. Holiday buffet available for additional cost (reservations required.) Genesee Valley Country Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Rd, Mumford. Friday tours begin at 4:45 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday tours begin at 1:45 p.m. $12-$22. 538-6822, gcv.org.

[ STAGE ] "Madeline's Christmas" Children's show adapting the classic holiday story. MCC Theater, 1000 E Henrietta Rd. Fri 7 p.m., Sat 10 a.m., 2 & 7 p.m., Sun 2 & 7 p.m. $15. Tickets available at Wegmans.

Saturday, December 19

[ FILM ] Little Buddies: "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." Little Theatre, 240 East Ave. 10 a.m. thelittle.org.

[ MUSIC ] Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra: Gala Holiday Pops See listing for Friday, December 18. Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, 26 Gibbs St. 2 & 8 p.m. $18-$64. 454-2100, rpo.org.

[ MUSIC ] Tuba Christmas. Open to all tuba and euphonium players and fans. Hochstein School of Music & Dance, 50 N Plymouth Ave. Registration 1 p.m., start time 3 p.m. $5 to participate, free to watch. 244-4015, rochestertubachristmas.com

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Breakfast With Santa Edgerton Community Center,41 Backus St. 10 a.m. - noon. Cityofrochester.gov.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Christmas Gala Christmas celebration with champagne, food, music. The evening will honor judges of Italian ancestry who serve the community at a federal, state, county level. Rochester Riverside Convention Center, 123 E Main St. 6 p.m. iaccrochester.org.

Saturday, December 19-Sunday, December 20

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Breakfast with Santa Rocky Coasts Underwater Gallery, Seneca Park Zoo, 2222 St Paul St. One-hour seatings at 8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m. & 11 a.m. $7-$15 (free 2 and under). Reservations required: 336-7217. senecaparkzoo.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Holiday Trolley Rides Holiday-themed trolley rides plus model rail roads. New York Museum of Transportation , 6393 E. River Rd, Rush. Sat 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $4-$5. nymtmuseum.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Edgerton Train Tours Check out the model train room at the Edgerton Community Center, 41 Backus St. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. 428-6769, cityofrochester.gov.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] North Pole Express Train Wear your PJs and ride through the countryside. Noon & 2:30 p.m. $13. Reservations required: 492-3100, arcadeandatticarr.com.

[ STAGE ] "The Nutcracker" Presented by Flower City Ballet. East Bloomfield High School. Sat 2 p.m., Sun 4 p.m. $8-$15. 325-2114, flowercityballet.com.

[ STAGE ] "Cinderella" By the Rochester Children's Theatre. Nazareth Arts Center, 4245 East Ave. 2 p.m. $20-$25. 389-2170, rochesterchildrenstheatre.org.

[ FILM ] "Meet Me in St. Louis" Dryden Theatre at the George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 8 p.m. $5-$7. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ FILM ] "Rochester on Film" Rare films from the vaults detailing Rochester history, including some holiday-season films. Dryden Theatre at the George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 1 p.m. Included with museum admission. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Happy Holidays at Strong Presentations of "The Mitten"; holiday crafts. Strong National Museum of Play, 1 Manhattan Sq. Included in museum admission. 263-2700, museumofplay.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Santa Train See November 28 listing. Depart from 530 West Ave, Medina. Noon, 2 p.m., & 4 p.m. $13. railroadmuseum.net.

Sunday, December 20

[ FILM ] Family Holiday Films: "Babes in Toyland" Dryden Theatre at the George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 2 p.m. $5-$7. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ MUSIC ] Christmas at the Memorial Art Gallery Featuring Eastman School of Music's David Higgs, organ, and Joel Opalach, voice, and other guests. MAG, 500 University Ave. 5:30 p.m. $7-$10. 276-8700, mag.rochester.edu.

[ MUSIC ] Christmas Concert and Carol Sing. St. Anne Church, 1600 Mt. Hope Ave. 3 p.m. Free. 508-965-0117.

[ MUSIC ] Genesee Valley Orchestra & Chorus Performs Handel's "Messiah" under the direction of Raffaele Ponti. Pinnacle Lutheran Church, Henrietta. 4 p.m. 223-9006, gvoc.org.

[ MUSIC ] Holiday Musicales: Lyric Academy of Music George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 3-4 p.m. Included with museum admission. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ MUSIC ] Jim Brickman The pop-pianist brings his annual Christmas tour to the Auditorium Theatre, 875 E Main St. 7 p.m. $29.50-$49.50. rbtl.org.

[ MUSIC ] Madrigalia See listing for Saturday, December 5. Downtown United Presbyterian Church, 121 N Fitzhugh St. 4 p.m. 234-4283, madrigalia.org.

[ MUSIC ] Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra: Gala Holiday Pops See listing for Friday, December 18. Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, 26 Gibbs St. 2 p.m. $18-$64. 454-2100, rpo.org.

[ SHOPPING ] Holidays At The Market Art, crafts, decorations, and holiday food. Public Market, 280 N. Union St.9 a.m.-3 p.m. cityofrochester.gov.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] NCJW Brunch Chanukah Party Summit at Brighton, 4000 Summit Circle Dr.10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. jewishrochester.org

[ STAGE ] "The Night Before Christmas" By the RMSC Players. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 2 & 3 p.m. Free w/museum admission. 271-4320, rmsc.org

Tuesday, December 22

[ MUSIC ] Kenny Rogers The legendary country crooner brings his Christmas tour to the Auditorium Theatre, 875 E Main St. 7:30 p.m. $52-$72. rbtl.org.

Wednesday, December 23

[ FILM ] "It's a Wonderful Life" Dryden Theatre at the George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 8 p.m. $5-$7. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

Saturday, December 26

[ STAGE ] Unleashed! Improv comedy. Jewish Community Center, 1200 Edgewood Ave. 7:30 p.m. $5-$8. 461-2000, jccrochester.org.

Saturday, December 26-Tuesday, December 29

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Holiday Science & Technology Days. Hands-on activities with scientists, naturalists, and engineers. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 11a.m.-4 p.m. (Sun noon-4 p.m.) Free with museum admission. 271-1880, rmsc.org.

Saturday, December 26-Thursday, December 31

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Holiday Winery Tours Learn about the wine-making process and the history of the vineyard. Casa Larga Vineyards, 2287 Turk Hill Rd, Fairport. 1 & 3 p.m. Free. 223-4210, casalarga.com.

Sunday, December 27

[ MUSIC ] Holiday Musicales: Joe Blackburn (organ) George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 3-4 p.m. Included with museum admission. 271-3361, eastmanhouse.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Kwanzaa Family Day Art activities, music and dance performances. Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Ave. Noon-5 p.m. Free. mag.rochester.edu.

Tuesday, December 29

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Kwanzaa: African American Celebration of Family, Community, and Culture Presented by the Kwazaa Coalition. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 5:30 p.m. 271-1880, rmsc.org.

Thursday, December 31

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] 175th Anniversary New Year's Eve Celebration Family activities, live entertainment. Convention Center and Main Street Bridge between South Avenue and Exchange Blvd. 8-10 p.m. cityofrochester.gov.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] Henrietta New Years Celebration Dome Center, 2695 E Henrietta Rd. 6-10 p.m. $4. fairandexpocenter.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] New Year's Eve Bingo Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd, Henrietta. 2-3 p.m. 359-7092, hpl.org.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] New Year's Eve Party Dinner buffet, live music. Italian American Community Center, 150 Frank DiMino Way . 6:30 p.m. $20-$68. 594-8882, iaccrochester.org/events.htm.

[ SPECIAL EVENT ] New Year's Rockin' Bingo Fairport Public Library, 1 Village Landing, Fairport. 2 p.m. Registration required: 223-9091.

[ STAGE ] "Joey and Maria's New Year's Eve Comedy Wedding." Dinner theater. Rochester Riverside Convention Center, 123 E Main St. 8 p.m. $74.95. joeyandmaria.com.

[ STAGE ] "The Musical of Musicals: The Musical" Uproarious comedy telling one story through the prism of five of the great 20th century musical-theater creators. Blackfriars Theatre, 795 E Main St. 7 & 10 p.m. $40, include dessert reception. 454-1260, blackfriars.org.

[ STAGE ] Geva Comedy Improv Geva Theatre Center, 75 Woodbury Blvd. 7:30 & 10:30 p.m., $7. 232-1366, gevatheatre.org/onstage/improv.

[ STAGE ] The Capitol Steps Performances by the renowned political comedy/music troupe. Nazareth Arts Center, 4245 East Ave. Performances at 6:30 & 10 p.m. $45-$75. 389-2170, naz.edu/artscenter.

[ STAGE ] Unleashed! Improv comedy. Jewish Community Center, 1200 Edgewood Ave. 9 p.m. $5-$8. 461-2000, jccrochester.org.