Brunch with Santa Sunday, December 17, 2006 Ritz Carlton Hotel - Pentagon City Rate: $80 Adults, $40 for Children ages three to 12 (complimentary for children under three) exclusive of tax and gratuity Brunch with Santa is a Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City holiday tradition not to be missed.  Whether you're six or 60 and regardless of whether you've been naughty or nice, Brunch with Santa promises to make this holiday season memorable for years to come.  Enjoy a delightful day listening to strolling carolers while anticipating the arrival of Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves, and that most famous of all reindeer, Rudolph.  The fabulous buffet features over 100 items tastefully prepared and artfully presented in the magnificantly decorated Ballroom. Children will enjoy a special pint-sized buffet catered to their tastes and an Arts and Crafts room, and will also receive a special stuffed toy. For reservations or additional information, please call (703) 412-2760. Please call early as seating is limited.  Reservations must be guaranteed with a credit card. All cancellations must be made three days prior to the event or a $25 cancellation fee will be applied	National Cathedral Christmas Concerts Handel's Messiah - Friday, December 8, 2006, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, December 10, 2006, 4 p.m. The Washington National Cathedral Choir and Baroque Orchestra perform the holiday classic, conducted by Cathedral Music Director Michael McCarthy. Internationally renowned soloists include Elizabeth Weigle, soprano; Yvette Smith, alto; Rufus Müller, tenor and William Sharp, bass. The Joy of Christmas - Friday, December 15, 2006 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, December 16, 2006 4 p.m.; Sunday, December 17, 2006 4 p.m. This festive holiday concert includes favorite Christmas carols by the Cathedral Choral Society, the Children's Chorus of Washington and Washington Symphonic Brass. Tickets: $20.-$60. Call (877) 537-2228
Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights Weekend A Christmas Light Display from Old Town Alexandria to Washington Harbour The Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights is a weekend of holiday fun in both Old Town Alexandria and Washington, DC. On December 2 & 3, 2006, dozens of festively decorated pleasure boats will light up the sky along the Potomac River during the Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights. The parade begins at Alexandria's waterfront and culminates at Washington Harbour in Georgetown. There will be collection boxes for Toys for Tots at each location. The Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights begins at the Alexandria marina behind the Torpedo Factory Art Center. Visitors can enjoy a holiday review featuring local school groups performing on the deck of the Chart House restaurant. Santa will arrive via boat to visit with children dockside at the gazebo and will be available for photos	Christmas at Mount Vernon Candlelight Tour Dates November 24 - December 10, 2006 - 5:00 p. m. - 8:00 p. m. FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY ONLY. November 24, 25 & 26, December 1, 2 & 3, December 8, 9 & 10 About Mount Vernon Candlelight Tours Martha Washington hosts an 18th-century Christmas with candlelit walks, fireside caroling, and festive décor during Mount Vernon by Candlelight. Visitors will be treated as holiday guests of the Washington family who, upon presenting their "letter of introduction," are greeted by Mrs. Washington in the Mansion's large dining room.
WASHINGTON SHAKESPEARE COMPANY Clark Street Playhouse 601 S. Clark St Arlington Tel: 703-418-4808 Founded in 1990, Washington Shakespeare Company (WSC) is a performing arts organization dedicated to producing primarily classic works, both time-tested and contemporary; emphasizing a provocative, bold, intimate approach; and training and showcasing the best emerging talent in the region, mentored by seasoned, professional theatre artists.	DISCOUNT THEATRE TICKETS are available at Ticketplace, now at 407 Seventh Street, Northwest, since moving from its booth at the Old Post Office Pavilion. Its posh new storefront home is the place to go for same-day and some advance HALF-PRICE TICKETS to performances at many of Washington’s theaters and concert halls — the Kennedy Center, Shakespeare Theatre, and George Mason’s Center for the Arts, for instance. Open from 11 to 6 Tuesday through Friday and 10 to 5 Saturday, Ticketplace is near the Archives/Navy Memorial and Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro stops.