Santa made his "unofficial" first visit to Laurel when he helped direct traffic at Tom's 8th Annual Reindeer Run in West Laurel Nov. 28. This year's race had close to 300 participants and raised more than $6,000 for Sharah's House, in memory of Tom Linsenmeyer.

Here's a list of upcoming events that will help you get in the holiday spirit. To add your own holiday happening, send your information to us at laurelleadernews@patuxent.com, or call 301-725-2000, ext. 2536.

“That Holiday Spirit” — Dec. 4-19, Fridays 7 p.m., Saturdays 2 and 7 p.m. and Sundays 2 p.m.; winter break: Thu., Dec. 24, 2 p.m. and Dec. 27-30, 2 and 7 p.m., Young Artists Theatre, Cherry Tree Center, Route 29 at Route 216. Musical about mischievous Halloween characters that wander into the wrong holiday. Appropriate for ages 3 to adult. Reservations required, contactus@yatheatre.com. 301-604-2844.

Artists’ open house — Meet resident artists, Sun., Dec. 6, noon-5 p.m., Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Road. Visit studios and shop for unique holiday gifts. 301-377-7800.   

“Messiah” Sing-along — With members of the Central Maryland Chorale, directed by Monica Otal, Sun., Dec. 6, 3 p.m., The Lutheran Church of Saint Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. Refreshments will be served. Tickets, $10. Scores can be rented for $1, or bring your own. Tickets, 301-317-9646. www.centralmarylandchorale.com.

Holiday concert — U.S. Army Field Band and Soldiers Chorus perform Wed., Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. at Meade High School, 100 Clark Road, Fort Meade. Public invited to enjoy a night of traditional favorites, new classics and a visit from Santa. www.ArmyFieldBand.com.

Holiday candlelight tours — Thu., Dec. 10 to Sat., Dec. 12, 6-9 p.m., Montpelier Mansion, 9650 Muirkirk Road. Refreshments and live holiday music by area performers. Mansion decorated with greens and lit by candlelight. Local community groups and garden clubs decorate the rooms. No reservations required. All ages welcome. Adults $3, children $1. Sponsored by the Friends of Montpelier and in part by the Anacostia Trails Heritage Area. 301-377-7817. www.pgparks.com.

“Music for the Season” — Holiday performance, Fri., Dec. 11, 8 p.m., Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Road. Presented by the Baltimore Choral Arts Society with Tom Hall conducting holiday music and Benjamin Britten’s “A Ceremony of Carols.” Tickets on sale now, $20/$18 for members and seniors. 301-377-7800.

Holiday house tour — Sat., Dec. 12, 2 to 6 p.m. Starts at Laurel Museum, features renovations, additions and decorations hiding inside Laurel homes. Tickets $18 day of tour, $15 in advance available at Laurel Museum, 817 Main St., Main Street Pharmacy, 653 Main St., Rainbow Florist and Delectables, 370 Main St., Hey Red, 641 Main St., and at www.laurelhistoricalsociety.org. Lindsey Baker, 301-725-7975.

“Music for the Season” — Holiday performance, Fri., Dec. 11, 8 p.m., Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Road. Presented by the Baltimore Choral Arts Society with Tom Hall conducting holiday music and Benjamin Britten’s “A Ceremony of Carols.” Tickets $20, $18 for members and seniors. 301-377-7800.

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