12/1-12/2
Live Nativity:
Drive through and see the live nativity or park to enjoy other activities for children, such as train rides, hay rides and live animals. Enjoy carolers and hot chocolate. Free admission. Friday: 7:00-9:00 p.m.; Saturday: 6:00-8:30 p.m., The Lone Star Cowboy Church of Ellis County, 1011 E. Ovilla Rd.
12/2
Christmas in Red Oak:
The city of Red Oak will be hosting its annual Christmas event. Nonstop, family-friendly holiday fun. Free to the public. Holiday parade: 9:00 a.m.; selfies with Santa immediately after the parade at the gazebo, plus activities until noon, Watkins Park, 101 Live Oak.
12/6
Christmas in Ovilla:
Snow slide, a visit with Santa, mini carnival rides, vendors and more. 6:00-8:30 p.m., Ovilla Road Baptist Church, 3251 Ovilla Rd.
12/8
Movie in the Park:
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, coolers and snacks and join the Red Oak Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Red Oak Library for an outdoor showing of The Polar Express. 6:00-8:00 p.m., Watkins Park, 101 Live Oak.
12/10
Christmas at Oaks Church:
Get ready to take a journey through time as we explore Christmas throughout the decades and celebrate the birth of Jesus in this production including musical performances, live animals and more. 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., noon, 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., 777 S. I-35E, Red Oak.
12/12
The Shining Cowboy Christmas:
New and old Christmas music with a country style featuring costumes, lights and children’s ministry. 10:00-11:00 a.m., The Lone Star Cowboy Church of Ellis County, 1011 E. Ovilla Rd.
Wednesdays and Thursdays
Senior Citizen Center of Red Oak:
Enjoy coffee, juice and donuts each morning, as well as a sponsored lunch on first-third Thursdays and a potluck on fourth Thursdays. Also, games, puzzles, bingo and informative guest speakers. 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., 207 W. Red Oak Rd. (469) 218-1217.