Dec. 9 The Columbus Philharmonic Orchestra and Children’s Choir celebrate with “The Phil Brings It Home for the Holidays.” Enjoy favorites including “Let it Snow,” “Drummer Boy” and “Bugler’s Holiday.” Choose from an afternoon family-oriented concert or The Phil’s traditional evening concert. Time: 3 and 7 p.m. Tickets: starting at $10. Location: Columbus North High School auditorium. Information: 812-376-2638, ext. 110 or www.thecip.org The Trans-Siberian Orchestra presents the live debut of the band’s multi-platinum rock opera, “The Lost Christmas Eve.” Times: 3 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $44.45 to $82.90. Location: Bankers Life Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis. Information: www.bankerslifefieldhouse.com Dec. 16 The Concert Series at St. Paul Lutheran Church features a Christmas concert by Voce Choir & Orchestra. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: St. Paul Lutheran Church, 6045 E. State St. Information: 812-3766504 or www.stpaulcolumbus.org The First Presbyterian Music Series presents Lessons & Carols featuring the adult choir. Time: 9:30 a.m. Location: First Presbyterian Church, 512 Seventh St. Information: 812-372-3783 or www.fpccolumbus.org
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Dec. 22 The St. Bartholomew Concert Series presents Let There Be Light, featuring the St. Bartholomew and Fairlawn Presbyterian chancel choirs performing the “Ceremony of Candles” Advent and Christmas Dec. 5 cantata. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: St. TLC’s The Cake Boss Buddy Valastro Bartholomew Catholic comes to Old National Centre. Church, 1306 27th St. Time: 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $24.75 to $85. Information: 812-379Location: Old National Centre, 502 N. New 9353, ext. 237 or www. Jersey St., Indianapolis. Information: saintbartholomew.org www.livenation.com
Dec. 15 Gingerbread has been a holiday tradition in Bartholomew County for almost 200 years. Explore the background of this great holiday treat, make a bag of mix to take home and decorate a cookie. Time: 11 a.m. Location: Bartholomew County History Center, 524 Third St. Information: www.bartholomew history.org
january Jan. 4 Old National Bank’s First Friday for Families features Jason Huneke. Wellknown for his Michael Jackson dance routine on “America’s Got Talent,” Huneke sets himself apart with his comedy and juggling. Time: 6 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: The Commons. Information: www. artsincolumbus.org Jan. 5 Music lovers will enjoy the Columbus Bluegrass Jamboree Concert. Time: 4
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