• See Santa. There are a handful of chances to see jolly old St. Nick this week, including an event Wednesday afternoon at Scheels, Saturday at the Washington Pavilion, and all week long at the Empire Mall. Can't make those? Our friends at 'Hood Magazine have tons more Santa sightings.
  • Gather and Glow. Oh My Cupcakes is hosting a full day of holiday Saturday with a build-your-own hot chocolate bar, a free cookie for the first 30 guests and lots of sweet (pun very much intended) deals. Get the details here.
  • Go old fashioned. Join the folks at Lava's Coffee in Harrisburg for an "Old Fashioned Christmas" on Saturday. There will be sleigh rides from 10 a.m. to noon, crafts, a chance to meet Santa and holiday goodies. Learn more here.
  • Do some shopping. ReCreate by SuFu Creative is bringing a variety of vendors to the Falls Overlook Cafe for a holiday market. Bring along some soap, deodorant or shampoo to benefit nonprofit Journey of Hope. Details here.
  • Tie some blankets. It's the biggest blanket-making party around, and it's all going down Saturday morning at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Project Warm Up. Learn more here.
  • Do some trivia. Siouxland Libraries is hosting trivia at Woodgrain starting at 6 p.m. Tuesday. Bring a crew of up to six players, and test your knowledge. Details here.
  • Christmas is going to the dogs. Holiday party? More like PAW-liday party, amirite? The city parks and recreation department is hosting a holiday party for dogs Saturday afternoon at the Kirby Dog Park. Swing by from 1 to 3 p.m. for a photo op with the Grinch, an ugly dog sweater contest and a chance to shop dog goodies from local vendors. Details here.