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The nation's most beloved spectacle, the Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, returned for the 87th year of magic on Thursday, Nov. 28 (9 a.m.-noon) throughout the country on NBC. We'll be posting videos from the parade as they pop up, check out the first video featuring 'Sixteen Going on Seventeen' from THE SOUND OF MUSIC, introduced by star Carrie Underwood!

The nation's most beloved spectacle, the Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, returned for the 87th year of magic on Thursday, Nov. 28 (9 a.m.-noon) throughout the country on NBC. We'll be posting videos from the parade as they pop up, check out the first video featuring the cast of Pippin including Matthew James Thomas, Patina Miller and more!

East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District (EPABID) and Passyunk Avenue Revitalization Corporation (PARC) kick off the holiday's with the annual Tree Lighting Party at the Singing Fountain (Tasker and EPA) on Thursday, December 5, 2013, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.

William Peace University, a private four-year university located in downtown Raleigh, has announced that it will host the fourth annual Children's Holiday Story Hour on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Main Building, located at 15 E. Peace St. Joined by Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, children are invited to listen to two holiday stories read by Debra M. Townsley, Ph.D., president of William Peace University, as well as have their photo taken and receive a surprise gift from Santa Claus himself. Refreshments will be served in the university's Main Parlor, where guests will enjoy carols sung by William Peace University Singers.

Starting Dec. 5, you're invited to celebrate the holidays with a heart-warming story from an era gone by in the all-new "Christmas 1954" musical revue. Performances take place at the ArtsQuest Center's Musikfest Cafe, 101 Founders Way, Dec. 5-7 and 12-15, with tickets ($57) on sale now at www.artsquest.org and 610-332-3378.

Kentwood Players is delighted to present our next Kentwood Kids production, 'Mr. Potcher's Holiday,' a family musical comedy with book and lyrics by Bob Silberg, music by Barbara Klaskin Silberg. Performances will take place on Saturdays, November 30, December 7 and 14 at 11:00am and 2:00pm at the Westchester Playhouse.

The weather is getting crisper and the trees are almost bare, which means the holidays are upon us. The Young People's Chorus of New York City (YPC) and its Artistic Director/Founder Francisco J. Nuñez are once again spreading the joy of the season with holiday concerts, as well as joint performances with violinist Joshua Bell at The Greene Space at WQXR/WNYC and on his new Sony CD 'Musical Gifts from Joshua Bell and Friends.'

The Crown Center has released their calendar events from December 2013 to December 2014.

Today, November 27 from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM, the holiday season will officially begin as hundreds of Houston children celebrate at the 26th annual Wortham Theater Center Tree Lighting Ceremony - a joyous festival held in the Grand Foyer of Wortham Theater Center downtown. This event is FREE and open to the public.

The CW will air the two-hour movie "Planes, Trains and Automobiles" tonight, November 27,2013 (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

Popular concert performer, recording artist and Broadway star Liz Callaway celebrates the holiday season on a new EP titled MERRY & BRIGHT, now available for purchase and digital download from iTunes and Amazon.

The holidays are here, and families looking for a cool new way to enjoy it, just might want to check out the Storybook Theater production of Frosty the Snowman, A New Musical. This new adaptation of the beloved William Francis holiday classic is being produced by Broadway Series South and features a local cast of talented actors

Liberty Hall Museum's much-anticipated Christmas tour, From St. Nicholas to Santa Claus, begins this Friday, kicking off a spate of exciting holiday programming and events at the museum, the home of New Jersey's first elected governor, William Livingston. A celebration of five distinct Christmas traditions and eras in history, From St. Nicholas to Santa Claus focuses on the Dutch tradition of St. Nicholas (c. 1774), the English tradition of Twelfth Night (c. 1800), 'The Night Before Christmas' (c. 1848), a Victorian Christmas (c. 1899), and a WWII Christmas (c. 1942). Beginning Friday, November 29th, tours will be available Monday through Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is $6.00 for children, college students and seniors; $8.00 for Kean University alumni; and $10.00 for adults. There is no cost for children under the age of three.

Shop Local at Gulfport's First Friday Art Walk on December 6! While shopping for that perfect gift, visitors can meet and purchase the works of talented independent artisans, craftsmen, authors and entertainers, stretched over a half-mile up and down scenic Beach Boulevard, on Friday, December 6, from 6:00 pmto10:00 pm. Live musicians appear at several venues throughout the waterfront district. While browsing the art and craft booths, don't miss Gulfport's unique shops, boutiques and galleries and enjoy dinner at one of over a dozen fine restaurants within the area. There is no admission fee for visitors and complimentary parking is available nearby with courtesy trolley rides available from off-site parking areas. Gulfport events are pet and family friendly. Experience a dining, shopping and cultural experience unlike any other. The event is located near the surrounding area of 3129 Beach Blvd. S., Gulfport, FL 33707. For More information, follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/GulfportArtWalk, visit us at www.GulfportMA.com or call 727-322-5217.

Tony nominated Brad Oscar talks about replacing Nathan Lane, working with Susan Stroman and appearing the the new musical BIG FISH

Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), which recently launched its first full season in its new state-of-the-art theatre in Warwick, is proud to present the musical adaptation of the popular holiday favorite, Miracle on 34th Street. The New England Premiere, with additional underwriting provided by Radisson Hotel Providence Airport, will run at Ocean State Theatre from December 4 - 29.

Below, get a first listen to the full track listing for 'Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album Volume 4'

The Cosbys, the Bradys, the Simpsons or more recently, the Dunphys every family is different. Pet parents know that each household has its own unique characteristics, enjoys different activities and has their own holiday traditions. Since 80 percent of pet parents consider their fur-child a part of the family, family pets often reflect the family's personality. So whether you are travelers like the Partridge family or more traditional like the Cleavers, Petco has the perfect pet gift to care for your four-legged bundle of joy's physical, mental, social and emotional health this holiday.

The nation's most beloved spectacle, the Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, returns for the 87th year of magic on Thursday, Nov. 28 (9 a.m.-noon) throughout the country on NBC.