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Kids' activities coming up in the area Dec. 18-24

Date published: 12/18/2008

TODAY

Gingerbread House Exhibit, Ferry Farm, 268 Kings Highway, Stafford County. The theme for this year's contest is "Historic Virginia Landmarks." Runs through Dec. 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Included with general admission. 540/370-0732, ferryfarm.org.

"The Polar Express: An IMAX 3-D Adventure," Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, 10th Street and Constitution Avenue N.W., Washington. A holiday tradition with an incredible sound system and a six-story-high screen. Runs through Jan. 4. Tickets and information: 202/633-4629, si.edu/imax.

TOMORROW

Family Double Feature, Wilderness Branch Library, 6421 Flat Run Road, Locust Grove. See the seasonal films "A Charlie Brown Christmas" and "Jack Frost." 3 p.m., refreshments provided, no registration required, free. 540/854-5310.

Santa Visit, Fredericksburg Area Museum, 907 Princess Anne St., downtown Fredericksburg. Santa will be there from 6 to 8 p.m. 540/371-3037.

Snow Bear, Empire Theatre, 114 W. Broad St., Richmond. Have your picture taken with Snow Bear and go to the lighthearted holiday show for all ages, "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever." Snow Bear will appear in the lobby 30 minutes before the show. 7 p.m., also runs tomorrow and Sunday 10 a.m.; tomorrow, 3 p.m.; and Sunday, 7 p.m. Tickets: $22/adults, $21/seniors and students, $17/12 years and younger. 804/344-8040, theatreivrichmond.org.

LiveSky: The Ringed Giant Planets. Find out about the rings around planets like Saturn at this interactive planetarium show. 6 p.m. Sky Watch: Join members of the Richmond Astronomical Society on the front lawn of the museum as they share their telescopes. 7 p.m. Both events are free at the Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W. Broad St., Richmond. 804/864-1400, smv.org.

SATURDAY

"A Little Princess," Riverside Dinner Theater, Falmouth. Runs various times Saturdays and weekdays through Jan. 10. $15. 540/370-4300, rsdinnertheater.com. Appearance by Santa at today's performance.

Breakfast with Santa, Old Country Buffet, 3940 Plank Road, Spotsylvania. Bring your camera for a free photo-op. 8-11 a.m. 540/786-5331.

Breakfast with Santa, Salem Fields Community Church, 11120 Gordon Road, Spotsylvania. See Santa arrive on a helicopter from the North Pole, pancakes and sausage, photo with a holiday character, games and crafts. 9-11 a.m. 540/786-6212.

Breakfast with Santa, Garden Kitchen, 404 Mill St., Occoquan. 9:30-11 a.m, $10/adults, $5/children ages 2-10, free/under 2. Reservations required. 703/499-8809.

Brunch with Santa, Amy's Cafe, 103 West Cambridge St., Stafford. Have your picture taken and eat with Santa. $15/person. Reservations: 540/373-3663.

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Date published: 12/18/2008