Festive Bites
The 12 Tastes of Christmas
Friday, Dec. 11, 7 p.m., $30, 21 and up
Brooklyn Arts Center
This annual event showcases seasonal food and drink pairings from more than 16 local restaurants. Music will be provided by DJ Chill Bill and all proceeds go toward the Cape Fear Literacy Council. For more information contact Nina Bays at
[email protected]
Jingle All the 5K
Jingle Bell Run
Saturday, Dec.12, 9 a.m., $15-$30
Wrightsville Beach Museum of History
The museum presents its sixth annual 5K walk and run, which winds around the loop and is wheelchair, pet, sleigh and stroller friendly. Holiday apparel is encouraged. Festivities include a decorated stroller competition and prizes for a variety of best costume categories. To register or for more information visit https://its-go-time.com/jingle-bell-run/
Shabby Chic
Turn a Door into a Dining Table Workshop
Saturday, December 12, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Free
Legacy Architectural Salvage
This beginner’s class will demonstrate how to salvage an old door by transforming it into a dining room table. Proper tools and techniques will be highlighted. For more information please visit www.historicwilmington.org
Spin, Bounce and Roll
Family Science Saturday
Saturday, Dec. 12, 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon $5-$8
Cape Fear Museum
Science Saturday features Toy Science as this week’s topic, featuring hands-on activities and experiments that explore toys. Parental participation is required. Pre-K children attend the 10 a.m. time, children ages 5-14 attend 11 a.m. and noon times. For more information please visit www.capefearmuseum.com
