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The Westchester Ballet Company will be putting on performances of \u201cThe Nutcracker.\u201d<\/p>\n
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\t\t Search our comprehensive guide to things to do in the Bronx<\/a> for more local events \u2014 or submit your own<\/a>!<\/p>\n It\u2019s a Winter Wonderland\n<\/p>\n Friday, Dec. 12, 4:30-7 p.m.\n<\/p>\n Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center, 3225 Reservoir Oval E.\n<\/p>\n Free\n<\/p>\n It\u2019s a Winter Wonderland at Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center. Families and children are invited to join in some winter fun and bring in the season with icicles and snowflakes. Activities will include arts and crafts, winter games, a tree lighting and a special visit from Santa himself.<\/p>\n For more information, visit nycgovparks.org\/events\/2025\/12\/12\/its-a-winter-wonderland<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0\n<\/p>\n Breakfast with Santa at Applebee\u2019s Riverdale\n<\/p>\n Saturday, Dec. 13, 8-10 a.m.\n<\/p>\n Applebee\u2019s Grill + Bar Riverdale, 90 W. 225 St.\n<\/p>\n $17.85\n<\/p>\n Start the holiday season right and enjoy breakfast with Santa at Applebee\u2019s Riverdale<\/a>! Each ticket includes a photo with Santa, breakfast, goodies and more.<\/p>\n For more information, visit eventbrite.com\/e\/breakfast-with-santa-applebees-riverdale-tickets-1873736639729<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0\n<\/p>\n Westchester Ballet Company\u2019s \u201cThe Nutcracker\u201d\n<\/p>\n Sunday, Dec. 14, 12 p.m. and 4 p.m.\n<\/p>\n Lehman Center for the Performing Arts, 250 Bedford Park Blvd. W.\n<\/p>\n $20+\n<\/p>\n Experience Westchester Ballet Company\u2019s \u201cThe Nutcracker\u201d. With new choreography by WBC\u2019s next generation artistic talent, Sabrina Gail Lobner, performed by the Company\u2019s all youth, pre-professional ballet dancers, and featuring professional guest artists from around the world. This world-class production has become a cornerstone of the holiday season and a not-to-be-missed regional favorite, offering the only professional Nutcracker production of its kind in the Bronx at family-friendly prices.<\/p>\n For more information, visit thenutcrackerwestchesterballet.org\/<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0\n<\/p>\n Holiday Craft-Mason Jar\n<\/p>\n Monday, Dec. 15, 11:30 a.m. \u2013 1 p.m.\n<\/p>\n Westchester Square Library, 2521 Glebe Ave.\n<\/p>\n Free\n<\/p>\n This program is in person. Create art using mason jars for the holiday season. Registration is required. Limited to 10 participants. No large groups.\n<\/p>\n For more information, visit nypl.org\/events\/programs\/2025\/12\/15\/holiday-craft-mason-jar<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0\n<\/p>\n Beyond the Bronx Book Launch\n<\/p>\n Tuesday, Dec. 16, 6-9 p.m.\n<\/p>\n Sankofa Haus, 2422 Third Ave.\n<\/p>\n Free\n<\/p>\n Join us for the Beyond the Bronx Book Launch, where we\u2019ll celebrate stories that go beyond the familiar streets of the Bronx! It\u2019s going to be an evening of storytelling, real conversation and celebration. Come through, bring a friend, and be part of this moment.<\/p>\n For more information, visit eventbrite.com\/e\/beyond-the-bronx-book-launch-tickets-1972444461481<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0\n<\/p>\n Crotona Park Work Together Wednesday\n<\/p>\n Wednesday, Dec. 17, 10 a.m. \u2013 12 p.m.\n<\/p>\n Crotona Park Tennis House, 1700 Crotona Ave.\n<\/p>\n Free\n<\/p>\n Help the Crotona Park Gardener to remove weeds, litter and trash from the park entrance gardens and planted areas. Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing.<\/p>\n