Almost Here...

Feels like it has been forever since I've posted. Perhaps it's because this has been the LONGEST (but lots of fun, of course) week ever!! Work parties, playgroup parties, preschool parties, ornament exchanges, shopping, wrapping, etc., etc.!! Luckily the shopping's done and this Mommy is heading to the beach for a few days before the real craziness begins. It has been super fun so far watching all 3 children really "get" Christmas this year...both the real meaning, and the Santa stuff. Now that school's out, we hope you can enjoy even more on the Buzz list this week. Hope everyone has a very Merry Christmas!!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Don't forget about our Holiday 2011 page for ongoing events.

Monday, December 19

• Head to Sugaw Creek Recreation Center for the Christmas Creek Holiday Celebration at 11am. More info...

• Looking for something for the kids to do while you finish up your shopping? Check out Painting With A Twist's Holiday Kids Camps this week Monday-Thursday, and next week Tuesday-Thursday. For ages 6(or7) to 17. More info...

• Now through Saturday, check out The Ice Palace at Northlake Mall. More info...

• Charlotte Bobcats vs. Atlanta Hawks More info...

Tuesday, December 20

• Check out Holiday Family Storytime today at 11:30 at Imaginon. More info...

• The last installment of the Neighborhood Theatre's A Cinematic Christmas beginning at 5:30pm. Perfect for the whole family and FREE!!! More info...

• Hanukkah begins tonight, and to celebrate the first night, South Park Mall hosts a Menorah Lighting at 5pm in Circle Court. More info...

• Charlotte Checkers vs. Oklahoma City Barons More info...

Wednesday, December 21

• Ages 6 to 12 are invited to experience Christmas around the world at Passport to Christmas at the JAARS center in Waxhaw. 8:30am-12:30pm. More info...
• Don't miss the Musical Petting Zoo today 12:30-2pm at Imaginon. More info... 
• Bundle up for a sunset hike during On a Winter's Solstice this afternoon at 4pm at the Latta Plantation Nature Center. More info... 

Thursday, December  22

• Enjoy Brunch with Santa this morning at 10am at the Tom Sykes Recreation Center. Space is limited. More info... 
• Get out and gt some fresh air at the Nature Discovery Hike & Scavenger Hunt this morning at the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 10am. More info...
• A must for all families with Santa-loving children. Check out Portable North Pole to have a special message sent to your child! More info...

Friday, December  23

•  As part of Carolina Christmas at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, you can enjoy Drive-In Movie Night with How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Tomorrow night, too.
  More info... 
• Head to Concord Mills and check out Santa's Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops. Fun goes through tomorrow. More info...

Saturday, December  24

• Let the kids use some of their Christmas Eve excitement to make Holiday Ornaments at Lakeshore Learning for FREE! 11am-3pm. More info...
• Looking for a Christmas Eve Church Service? Check out this list from our news partner, The Charlotte Observer. More info... 
• Carolina Panthers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers More info...

Sunday, December  25 - Merry Christmas!!

• No interest in cooking for Christmas this year? Check out Open Table to see where you can make a reservation. More info...
• After your holiday meal, burn some of those calories by ice skating at WBT Holiday on Ice. Open tonight 5-10pm. More info...

Save the Date:

December 27 Belk Bowl 2011 More info...
February 1-5 Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus More info...
February 11 CMOMs Consignment Sale More info...
March 24 Harlem Globetrotters More info...
March 30-April 1 Sesame Street LIVE: Elmo's Super Heroes More info...
April 5 Fresh Beat Band Live (Durham) More info...