City Calendar: Holiday Events Planned in Rockville

UPDATED Nov. 21 ROCKVILLE, MD — December offers lots of opportunities to adopt a new annual tradition for the holidays with a visit to Rockville's F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre during December.

• Rockville Civic Ballet presents "The Nutcracker"

Saturdays, Dec. 3 and 10, at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Sundays, Dec. 4 and 11 at 2 p.m.
Under the direction of Eleanor Simpson, the Rockville Civic Ballet presents the holiday classic that has become a Rockville tradition. Join Clara on her magical journey.
Tickets: $17; $13, seniors (62-plus) and students.

• Hope Garden Children's Ballet presents "A Christmas Carol"

Saturday, Dec. 17 at 1:30 and 6 p.m.
This classic Charles Dickens tale, set in 19th century London, is crafted by artistic director and choreographer Fran Ichijo with exquisite dancing, costumes and set.
Tickets: $22; $19, youth/senior/military.

Rockville Concert Band presents "Winter Is Icumen In"
Sunday, Dec. 18 at 3 p.m.
Music ancient and modern depicting snow, ice, sleigh rides and fantasies, conducted by Music Director John Saint Amour.
No tickets required; $5 suggested donation.

Rockville Chorus Holiday Concert presents "Let it Snow!"
Sunday, Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m.
Sit back, relax and enjoy mostly snow-themed songs of the season from a 90-voice-strong chorus. Refreshments follow the show.
No tickets required; $5 suggested donation.

Buy tickets online or by phone or in person at the box office (240-314-8690).

The F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, Glenview Mansion and Croydon Creek Nature Center are all part of the Rockville Civic Center. For December events at the mansion, visit the city website and for Croydon Creek.

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