A printed list of holiday events will run in The State on Thursdays.

TODAY

COMMUNITY SHRED DAY: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. today at Shred360, 431 Western Lane, Irmo. Accepting office quality paper products, no metals, plastics or hazardous materials. Limit five boxes or bags. Shred360 is also teaming up with the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. Accepting new, unwrapped toys and cash donations at the event. (803) 309-3909

HISTORIC COLUMBIA FOUNDATION HOUSE TOURS: The Robert Mills House, Hampton-Preston Mansion and the Mann-Simons Site will be decorated for the holidays and tours will be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-4 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 30 (except Dec. 25). $6; children, $3. (803) 252-7742; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

MAIN STREET ICE: Ice skating rink at Boyd Plaza, Main and Hampton streets. Regular hours are 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 1-9 p.m. Sundays through Jan. 6 (closed Christmas Day). $10; age 12 and younger, $8. Special senior and military discounts will be offered; includes skate rentals. (803) 545-3100

PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA: 5-8 tonight at Pupcakes, 625 Harden St. Pupcakes will donate the proceeds from professional sitting fees of $15 per photo session with pets and their owners to PAALS (Palmetto Animal Assisted Life Services). Ten percent of all sales from 5-8 p.m. will also be donated to PAALS. Service dog candidates will be at the event celebrating some of their recent birthdays. To schedule an appointment, call (803) 461-0326.

LIGHTS BEFORE CHRISTMAS: 6-9 nightly through Dec. 30 at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden (closed Dec. 24-25). Santa’s Village, giant snow globe, Music in Motion, Jingle Bell Bonfire and snow. $10; ages 3-12, $8 (advance tickets, $8 and $6); one free visit with Riverbanks membership card and picture ID; guest passes not accepted. Parking on the zoo side only. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org

HOLIDAY LIGHTS ON THE RIVER: 6-10 nightly through Dec. 31 at Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. Drive-through lights display features Dazzling Dancing Forest, Victorian Village with carolers, hayrides and boardwalk stroll. $10 per car, 15-passenger vans, $20; buses, $35. (803) 772-3903; http://www.icrc.net

(ALMOST) LIVE FROM THE 92nd STREET Y: Lecture by former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, 8 tonight at the Jewish Community Center, 306 Flora Drive. Suitable for age 16 and older. $8 in advance; $10 at the door. (803) 787-2023

THURSDAY

KENSINGTON MANSION TOURS: Guided, holiday-themed tours will be held Thursdays-Saturdays through Jan. 12. Times are 9:30 and 11 a.m., 1 and 2:30 p.m. Adult tickets are $5.50; seniors, $4.50, children, $2.50. Groups of 10 or more are asked to make a reservation. (803) 968-4129

HISTORIC COLUMBIA FOUNDATION HOUSE TOURS: The Robert Mills House, Hampton-Preston Mansion and the Mann-Simons Site will be decorated for the holidays and tours will be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-4 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 30 (except Dec. 25). $6; children, $3. (803) 252-7742; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

MAIN STREET ICE: Ice skating rink at Boyd Plaza, Main and Hampton streets. Regular hours are 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 1-9 p.m. Sundays through Jan. 6 (closed Christmas Day). $10; age 12 and younger, $8. Special senior and military discounts will be offered; includes skate rentals. (803) 545-3100

FOREST ACRES’ SWEET SEASONS: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday on the rooftop of Richland Mall, Beltline Boulevard and Forest Drive. Photos with Santa, face painting, magician, free desserts, beer, wine and fare from local restaurants will be available for sale, door prizes, music by Carillon Carolers, Island Close By, 7 p.m. tree lighting.

ALL-PRO DADS NIGHT OUT: 5:30 p.m. Thursday at New Providence Elementary School, 1118 Old Cherokee Road, Lexington. Fathers and children will be treated to corn dogs, iced tea, caramel corn and chips. A movie suitable for elementary-school children will be screened. The event is sponsored by the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department and Lexington 1. West Lexington Resident Deputy Miles Rawl is coordinating, (803) 785-9896.

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY DROP-IN: 6-8 p.m. Thursday in the squad room at the Lexington County Law Enforcement Complex, 421 Gibson Road, Lexington. Refreshments will be served and Santa will be in attendance. Accepting non-perishable food items and new, unwrapped toys for the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department Holiday Food and Toy Drive.

FIRST THURSDAYS ON MAIN MINGLE & JINGLE: 6-9 pm. Thursday, downtown Columbia. Monthly art crawl and streetfest takes on a holiday theme with crafters, food, entertainment and merchants’ special deals. (803) 988-1065; http://firstthursdaysonmain.com

“A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS”: 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday; and 3 p.m. Sunday at Columbia Children’s Theatre, Richland Mall, second floor, 3400 Forest Drive. Tickets are $10; $2 of the price will support Epworth Children’s Home and Pets Inc. http://www.columbiachildrenstheatre.com

COLUMBIA CHRISTMAS PAGEANT: Thursday through Sunday at First Baptist Church, 1306 Hampton St. Performances at 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 2 and 5 p.m. Saturday and 4 p.m. Sunday. Free, but tickets are required. (803) 217-3250; http://www.columbiachristmaspageant.com

“A CHRISTMAS CAROL”: Sumter Little Theatre production, Thursday through Dec. 9 and Dec. 13-16 at 14 Mood Ave., Sumter. Performances at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, 3 p.m. on Sundays. $15; students, seniors and military, $12. (803) 775-2150

FRIDAY

KENSINGTON MANSION TOURS: Guided, holiday-themed tours will be held Thursdays-Saturdays through Jan. 12. Times are 9:30 and 11 a.m., 1 and 2:30 p.m. Adult tickets are $5.50; seniors, $4.50, children, $2.50. Groups of 10 or more are asked to make a reservation. (803) 968-4129

HISTORIC COLUMBIA FOUNDATION HOUSE TOURS: The Robert Mills House, Hampton-Preston Mansion and the Mann-Simons Site will be decorated for the holidays and tours will be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-4 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 30 (except Dec. 25). $6; children, $3. (803) 252-7742; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

MAIN STREET ICE: Ice skating rink at Boyd Plaza, Main and Hampton streets. Regular hours are 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 1-9 p.m. Sundays through Jan. 6 (closed Christmas Day). $10; age 12 and younger, $8. Special senior and military discounts will be offered; includes skate rentals. (803) 545-3100

CARILLON CAROLERS: 4-7 p.m. Friday at Columbiana Centre, 100 Columbiana Circle.

HOLIDAY BALL: 6 p.m. Friday at Greenview Park, 5700 David St. Sponsored by the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department, the semi-formal event is for age 50 and older. Tickets are $12 and include dinner, live music, dancing and more. Seating is limited. (803) 545-3100

HOLIDAY LIGHTS ON THE RIVER: 6-10 nightly through Dec. 31 at Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. Drive-through lights display features Dazzling Dancing Forest, Victorian Village with carolers, hayrides and boardwalk stroll. $10 per car, 15-passenger vans, $20; buses, $35. (803) 772-3903; http://www.icrc.net

LIGHTS BEFORE CHRISTMAS: 6-9 nightly through Dec. 30 at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden (closed Dec. 24-25). Santa’s Village, giant snow globe, Music in Motion, Jingle Bell Bonfire and snow. $10; ages 3-12, $8 (advance tickets, $8 and $6); one free visit with Riverbanks membership card and picture ID; guest passes not accepted. Parking on the zoo side only. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org

SANTA VISITS LUGOFF: 6:30-9 p.m. Friday at Lugoff-Elgin High School, U.S. 1. Refreshments, stockings filled with goodies for the kids, photos with Santa (take your own or let the professionals do it). (803) 438-2553

“A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS”: 7 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday; and 3 p.m. Sunday at Columbia Children’s Theatre, Richland Mall, second floor, 3400 Forest Drive. Tickets are $10; $2 of the price will support Epworth Children’s Home and Pets Inc. http://www.columbiachildrenstheatre.com

“THIS MAN CALLED JESUS”: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Dec. 7 and 14; 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 8-16. Christmas drama at Lake Murray Baptist Church, 1001 U.S. 378 West, Lexington. Free. (803) 356-4304; http://www.thismancalledjesus.org

COLUMBIA CHRISTMAS PAGEANT: 7 p.m. Friday; 2 and 5 p.m. Saturday and 4 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church, 1306 Hampton St. Free, but tickets are required. (803) 217-3250; http://www.columbiachristmaspageant.com

“A CHRISTMAS CAROL”: Sumter Little Theatre production, Friday through Sunday and Dec. 13-16 at 14 Mood Ave., Sumter. Performances at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, 3 p.m. on Sundays. $15; students, seniors and military, $12. (803) 775-2150

SATURDAY

TRAIN RIDES WITH SANTA: 9:30, 11:30 a.m., 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Saturdays through Dec. 15 at the S.C. Railroad Museum, 110 Industrial Park Road, Winnsboro. First class, $20 (all tickets); coach, $12; children, $9; age 2 and younger, free. Don’t forget to bring your letters to Santa. (803) 712-4135; http://www.scrm.org

KENSINGTON MANSION TOURS: Guided, holiday-themed tours will be held Thursdays-Saturdays through Jan. 12. Times are 9:30 and 11 a.m., 1 and 2:30 p.m. Adult tickets are $5.50; seniors, $4.50, children, $2.50. Groups of 10 or more are asked to make a reservation. (803) 968-4129

HISTORIC COLUMBIA FOUNDATION HOUSE TOURS: The Robert Mills House, Hampton-Preston Mansion and the Mann-Simons Site will be decorated for the holidays and tours will be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-4 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 30 (except Dec. 25). $6; children, $3. (803) 252-7742; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

CALLIGRAPHY WORKSHOP: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at Tapp’s Art Center, 1644 Main St. $45; includes all materials, guides, practice papers, art supplies and a calligraphy pen to keep. Advance registration, (843) 482-0127 or email lawrence.natasha@gmail.com

CAPITAL CITY/LAKE MURRAY VISITORS CENTER HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and noon-3 p.m. Sunday at the Historic Lorick Plantation House, 2184 N. Lake Drive (S.C. 6), Columbia. Refreshments, book signings — Ollie Moye (“North to Prosperity”), Saturday and Sunday and Rachel Haynie (“Cornfield to Airfield: A History of Columbia Army Air Base”), Sunday. (803) 781-5940, ext. 2.

FAMILY DAY: 10 a.m.-noon Saturday at the Robert Mills House, 1616 Blanding St. Holiday crafts and activities for children. $6 for the first child, $3 for each additional child, HCF members, free. (803) 252-7742; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

FALL NATURE WALK: 10 a.m. Saturday at Sesquicentennial State Park, 9564 Two Notch Road. Hour-long casual stroll for age 5 and older. $5; seniors and age 15 and younger, $3. Adults must accompany children 15 and younger. Preregistration required, deadline is Friday. (803) 788-2706 or email sesqui@scprt.com

CITY OF COLUMBIA PARKS AND RECREATION ART CENTER: Holiday open house, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday at 1932 Calhoun St. Orginal works by City of Columbia art studio members will be available for sale through Dec. 24. Hours are 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays. (803) 545-3100

“A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS”: 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday; and 3 p.m. Sunday at Columbia Children’s Theatre, Richland Mall, second floor, 3400 Forest Drive. Tickets are $10; $2 of the price will support Epworth Children’s Home and Pets Inc. http://www.columbiachildrenstheatre.com

ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION: 11 a.m.-noon Saturday at the Carolina Children’s Garden, Clemson University Sandhill Research and Education Center, Clemson and Two Notch roads. Acorn puppet show, tree tour, tree planting and a holiday tree for the birds. Free.

CHOIR SHOWCASE: Local elementary school choruses will perform noon-4 p.m. Saturday in front of the Robert Mills House, 1616 Blanding St. Optional house tours, $1. (803) 252-7742; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

COLUMBIA CLASSIC CHEVY CLUB CRUISE-IN: Noon-4 p.m. Saturday at Woodberry Plaza, 3254 Augusta Road, West Columbia. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to be distributed to the needy by the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department.

CARILLON CAROLERS: 1-4 p.m. Saturday at Columbiana Centre, 100 Columbiana Circle.

PAINT WITH SANTA: 1-7 p.m. Saturday at Art Smart Academy, 7320 Broad River Road. Bring three non-perishable food items and paint one free ornament (don’t forget to bring kids’ letters to Santa). For $50, a group of four can enjoy lunch, paint four ornaments during a 90-minute session and pose for a picture with Santa; call for reservations. (803) 667-9912; http://www.artsmartacademy.com

COLUMBIA CHRISTMAS PAGEANT: 2 and 5 p.m. Saturday and 4 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church, 1306 Hampton St. Free, but tickets are required. (803) 217-3250; http://www.columbiachristmaspageant.com

“THIS MAN CALLED JESUS”: 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 16; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14. Christmas drama at Lake Murray Baptist Church, 1001 U.S. 378 West, Lexington. Free. (803) 356-4304; http://www.thismancalledjesus.org

CHRISTMAS AT KILLIAN PARK: 4:30-7 p.m. Saturday at 1424 Marthan Road, Blythewood. Food, arts and crafts, children’s activities and presents for all ages. Free. (803) 754-7980

LIGHTS OF LUGOFF CHRISTMAS PARADE: 6:30 p.m. Saturday. Parade will begin at the BP station, 742 U.S. 1, proceed down U.S. 1 South and turn right onto S.C. 34. Both lanes of U.S. 1 will be closed beginning at 6 p.m. Sponsored by the Lugoff Optimist Club. http://www.lightsoflugoff.com

SUNDAY

CAPITAL CITY/LAKE MURRAY VISITORS CENTER HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE: Noon-3 p.m. Sunday at the Historic Lorick Plantation House, 2184 N. Lake Drive (S.C. 6), Columbia. Refreshments, book signings — Ollie Moye (“North to Prosperity”), and Rachel Haynie (“Cornfield to Airfield: A History of Columbia Army Air Base”). (803) 781-5940, ext. 2.

HISTORIC COLUMBIA FOUNDATION HOUSE TOURS: The Robert Mills House, Hampton-Preston Mansion and the Mann-Simons Site will be decorated for the holidays and tours will be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-4 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 30 (except Dec. 25). $6; children, $3. (803) 252-7742; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

HOME WORKS CHRISTMAS VILLAGE: 1-4 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 23 at the Home Works warehouse, 2812 William H. Tuller Drive. Pictures with Santa, Starbucks coffee and candy canes. (803) 206-6974

COLONIAL CHRISTMAS IN CAMDEN: 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the Kershaw-Cornwallis House and Lower Grounds, Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site, 222 Broad St. Guided tours, colonial games, scavenger hunt, refreshments, gift shop discounts. $5; ages 6-12, $3; age 5 and younger, free. (803) 432-9841; http://www.historic-camden.net

ARSENAL HILL NEIGHBORHOOD WALKING TOUR: 2 p.m. Sunday; meet at the Palmetto Armory and Ironworks, 1800 Lincoln St.. Sponsored by the Historic Columbia Foundation, the tour will feature architecture and history of the Lace House, the Governor’s Mansion and Finlay Park. $6; age 17 and younger; HCF members, free. Call (803) 252-1770, ext. 24 or email reservations@historiccolumbia.org. Walk up registrations accepted.

LEXINGTON COUNTY MUSEUM CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE: 2-5 pm. Sunday at 231 Fox St., Lexington. Most of the 30 historic structures in the complex will be open and decorated for the season. Free, live music, refreshments. (803) 359-8369; http://www.lex-co.sc.gov/museum

“THIS MAN CALLED JESUS”: 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday and Dec. 15, 16; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14. Christmas drama at Lake Murray Baptist Church, 1001 U.S. 378 West, Lexington. Free. (803) 356-4304; http://www.thismancalledjesus.org

“A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS”: 3 p.m. Sunday at Columbia Children’s Theatre, Richland Mall, second floor, 3400 Forest Drive. Tickets are $10; $2 of the price will support Epworth Children’s Home and Pets Inc. http://www.columbiachildrenstheatre.com

BLYTHEWOOD CHRISTMAS PARADE: 3 p.m. Sunday beginning at Oakhurst Road and Main Street (near the fire station) and ending at Bethel-Hanberry Elementary School. Grand marshal will be Art Baker. Parade will feature marching bands, Scout troops, JROTC groups, dance groups, classic cars, equestrians and Santa (of course). (803) 712-3806

COLUMBIA CHRISTMAS PAGEANT: 4 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church, 1306 Hampton St. Free, but tickets are required. (803) 217-3250; http://www.columbiachristmaspageant.com

LIGHTS BEFORE CHRISTMAS: 6-9 nightly through Dec. 30 at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden (closed Dec. 24-25). Santa’s Village, giant snow globe, Music in Motion, Jingle Bell Bonfire and snow. $10; ages 3-12, $8 (advance tickets, $8 and $6); one free visit with Riverbanks membership card and picture ID; guest passes not accepted. Parking on the zoo side only. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org

HOLIDAY LIGHTS ON THE RIVER: 6-10 nightly through Dec. 31 at Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. Drive-through lights display features Dazzling Dancing Forest, Victorian Village with carolers, hayrides and boardwalk stroll. $10 per car, 15-passenger vans, $20; buses, $35. (803) 772-3903; http://www.icrc.net

MONDAY

MAIN STREET ICE: Ice skating rink at Boyd Plaza, Main and Hampton streets. Regular hours are 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 1-9 p.m. Sundays through Jan. 6 (closed Christmas Day). $10; age 12 and younger, $8. Special senior and military discounts will be offered; includes skate rentals. (803) 545-3100

HOLIDAY LIGHTS ON THE RIVER: 6-10 nightly through Dec. 31 at Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. Drive-through lights display features Dazzling Dancing Forest, Victorian Village with carolers, hayrides and boardwalk stroll. $10 per car, 15-passenger vans, $20; buses, $35. (803) 772-3903; http://www.icrc.net

LIGHTS BEFORE CHRISTMAS: 6-9 nightly through Dec. 30 at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden (closed Dec. 24-25). Santa’s Village, giant snow globe, Music in Motion, Jingle Bell Bonfire and snow. $10; ages 3-12, $8 (advance tickets, $8 and $6); one free visit with Riverbanks membership card and picture ID; guest passes not accepted. Parking on the zoo side only. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org

TUESDAY

HISTORIC COLUMBIA FOUNDATION HOUSE TOURS: The Robert Mills House, Hampton-Preston Mansion and the Mann-Simons Site will be decorated for the holidays and tours will be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-4 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 30 (except Dec. 25). $6; children, $3. (803) 252-7742; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

MAIN STREET ICE: Ice skating rink at Boyd Plaza, Main and Hampton streets. Regular hours are 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 1-9 p.m. Sundays through Jan. 6 (closed Christmas Day). $10; age 12 and younger, $8. Special senior and military discounts will be offered; includes skate rentals. (803) 545-3100

HOLIDAY LIGHTS ON THE RIVER: 6-10 nightly through Dec. 31 at Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. Drive-through lights display features Dazzling Dancing Forest, Victorian Village with carolers, hayrides and boardwalk stroll. $10 per car, 15-passenger vans, $20; buses, $35. (803) 772-3903; http://www.icrc.net

LIGHTS BEFORE CHRISTMAS: 6-9 nightly through Dec. 30 at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden (closed Dec. 24-25). Santa’s Village, giant snow globe, Music in Motion, Jingle Bell Bonfire and snow. $10; ages 3-12, $8 (advance tickets, $8 and $6); one free visit with Riverbanks membership card and picture ID; guest passes not accepted. Parking on the zoo side only. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org

CONGAREE NEW HORIZONS BAND: Christmas concert, 7 p.m. Tuesday at the USC Band and Dance Building, 324 Sumter St. http://www.congareeband.com

UPCOMING EVENTS

LUNCH AND LEARN: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Dec. 13 at the Capital Senior Center, 1650 Park Circle (Maxcy Gregg Park). Christina DeRienzo, education coordinator for the Palmetto Poison Control Center will discuss drug interactions and medication management. Free and open to the public. Bring a bag lunch, beverage and dessert will be provided. Call (803) 779-1971 to reserve a spot.

ERNIE HAASE & SIGNATURE SOUND CHRISTMAS CONCERT: 7 p.m. Dec. 13 at First Baptist of Lexington, 415 Barr Road, Lexington. $25-$30. (803) 957-0686; http://www.fblex.org

CARILLON CAROLERS: 3-6 p.m. Dec. 14 at Columbiana Centre, 100 Columbiana Circle.

LIVE NATIVITY AND CHRISTMAS PUPPET SHOW: 6 p.m. Dec. 14 and 15 in the parking lot at Sandhill Heights Baptist Church, 2992 Bowen St., Elgin. Outdoor event, bring blankets and dress for the weather. (803) 600-2086

NIGHTS OF WONDER: 6-10 p.m. Dec. 14-23 at Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. Red-Nose Express Hayride, Saluda Shoals Choo-Choo, Winter Wonder Ride (downhill tubing without the snow), holiday crafts, marshmallow roast and visit with Santa. Part of the park’s Holiday Lights on the River, which runs through Dec. 31, admission is $10 per car; 15-passenger vans, $20; buses, $35. (803) 772-3903; http://www.icrc.net

COLUMBIA CHORAL SOCIETY WINTER CONCERT: 7:30 pm. Dec. 14 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 1529 Assembly St. $12; seniors, $10; students, $5. http://www.columbiachoralsociety.org

“BAH, HUMBUG! SCROOGE’S CHRISTMAS CAROL”: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14 and 15; 3 p.m. Dec. 15 and 16 at Town Theatre, 1012 Sumter St. Tickets for Town Theatre’s Youth Group production are $10, general admission. Free photos with Santa at the Dec. 16 performance. (803) 799-2510; http://www.towntheatre.com

“THIS MAN CALLED JESUS”: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14, 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. Dec. 15 and 16. Christmas drama at Lake Murray Baptist Church, 1001 U.S. 378 West, Lexington. Free. (803) 356-4304; http://www.thismancalledjesus.org

CRAFTY FEAST: Independent craft fair, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 15 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St. Crafts, music, food, drink, kids’ crafts and shopping. Admission, $2; free for age 12 and younger. (803) 348-8861; http://www.craftyfeast.com

CARILLON CAROLERS: 1-4 p.m. Dec. 15 at Columbiana Centre, 100 Columbiana Circle.

BOYKIN CHRISTMAS PARADE: 2 p.m. Dec. 16. There’s always something different at the crossroads. Looking for an adventurous couple who want to be married during the parade. A gospel concert will follow at the historic Swift Creek Baptist Church. For information about floats (entry deadline is Monday), call (803) 432-5714 or email rw_belger@bellsouth.com

CANDLELIGHT TOURS AND CARRIAGE RIDES: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Dec. 20-21. Guided tours of the Robert Mills House and Hampton-Preston Mansion, $6; children, $3. Carriage rides through the Robert Mills Historic District, $5. (803) 252-7742; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

SANDLAPPER SINGERS: “Silver Bells, Golden Harps, Brass Magic,” 7 p.m. Dec. 20, Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College, 7300 College St., Irmo. Guests will be Palmetto Brass, Southern Bronze Handbell ensemble and the Young Sandlapper Singers. $20; military, $18; students, $10. (803) 381-5481; http://www.sandlappersingers.org

$20; military, $18; students, $10. (803) 381-5481; http://www.sandlappersingers.org

CARILLON CAROLERS: 1-4 p.m. Dec. 21 at Columbiana Centre, 100 Columbiana Circle.

CARILLON CAROLERS: 2-5 p.m. Dec. 22 at Columbiana Centre, 100 Columbiana Circle.

BREAKFAST WITH VICTORIAN SANTA: 8-11 a.m. Dec. 23. Start off the day with a continental breakfast at the Historic Columbia Foundation’s Carriage House, 1616 Blanding St. Then tour the decorated halls of the Hampton-Preston Mansion, make a holiday craft and pose for a picture with Santa Claus. Reservations required. $10; ages 4-12, $5; HCF members, $8/$3; free for all children age 3 and younger. (803) 252-7742; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

CARILLON CAROLERS: 2-5 p.m. Dec. 23 at Columbiana Centre, 100 Columbiana Circle.