VINEYARD FARMERS MARKET  Shop for the finest quality, locally-grown produce direct from the grower. Dedicated to providing a healthy shopping experience for parents all year! 7 a.m.-12 p.m. Blackstone and Shaw Avenues. 222-0182  

FARMERS MARKET–CLOVIS  Old Town Clovis is the place for families to find a variety of fresh, delicious fruits and vegetables. 9‑11:30 a.m. Pollasky Avenue and Fifth Street, Clovis. 298‑5774  

WINTER TROUT DERBY–VISALIA  The fish are jumping and ready! Kids can win prizes for top three stringer weights. 9-11 a.m. $10-$12. Pre-registration encouraged. Bring your own pole, bait, and stringer. Children 15 and under. Plaza Park,4130 S. Mooney Boulevard, Visalia. 713-4365  

ELVES’ WORKSHOP  Why should elves have all the fun? Kids are invited to make holiday gifts and decorations for free! 10 a.m. at Bear Mountain Branch Library, 30733 E. Kings Canyon Road, Squaw Valley, 332-2528 and 12:30 p.m. at Piedra Branch Library, 25385 E. Trimmer Avenue, Sanger. 787-3266  

RIVER PARK FARMERS MARKET  Families can shop for a wide variety of local fruits, vegetables, and everything delicious under the sun. Enjoy food trucks, freshly baked breads and sweets, art, and so much more! 10 a.m.-2 p.m. River Park Shopping Center, Fresno. 994-9292  

KIDS ZONE  School-aged kids can join to make a cool Levi’s Holiday Shirt craft from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. for free! JCPenney, Fashion Fair, 555 E. Shaw, Fresno. 224-8330  

SANTA AT THE LIBRARY  Grab your camera and snap a photo with Santa from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Kids can also enjoy a holiday craft! Gillis Branch Library, 629 W. Dakota, Fresno. 225-0140  

MOVIE DAY - ORANGE COVE  Come watch a Saturday morning cartoon on the big screen at the Orange Cove Library meeting room! 11 a.m. Orange Cove Branch Library.  

WINTER COOKIE DECORATING  Kids can come and celebrate the season be decorating their own cookie for free at 11 a.m. Get creative and make a sweet treat! Central Branch Library.  

LEARN TO FIGURE SKATE  Kids ages 4 and up are invited to learn to figure skate for free at 12:30 p.m. Skates included. Limit of 8 kids, first come basis. Gateway Ice Center, 2473 N. Marks Avenue, Fresno. 277-2233  

MOVIE DAY  Kids are invited to join for a double-feature of family-friendly movies today at 12:30 p.m. First is the Dog Who Saved the Holidays followed by The Grinch. Betty Rodriguez Regional Library, 3040 N. Cedar Avenue, Fresno. 600-9245  

A NUTTY NUTCRACKER–SELMA  Families will enjoy this nutty performance! Tickets: $15. December 14 and 15 at 2 p.m. December 14 at 7 p.m. December 15 at 5:30 p.m. Selma Arts Center, 1935 High Street, Selma. 891-2238  

THE NUTCRACKER  The whole family will enjoy the festive Party scene, the Battle of the Nutcracker General and Mouse King, and the lovely Waltzing Flowers! Tickets: $35-$68. December 14 and 15 at 2 p.m. December 14 and 7:30 p.m. William Saroyan Theatre, 730 M Street, Fresno. 445-8100  

ANNIE THE MUSICAL–VISALIA Based on the popular comic strip, this timeless, heartfelt show is a joy for every member of the family! Tickets: $15-$20. December 1, 7, 8, 14, and 15 at 2 p.m. December 6, 7, 13, and 14 at 7 p.m. Performed by Theater Arts Alliance. Cafe 210, 210 W. Center Avenue, Visalia. […]

DISNEY’S FROZEN JR.  A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, this show expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. Tickets: $15. December 7, 8, 14, and 15 at 2 p.m. December 6, 7, 13, and 14 at 7:30 p.m. Veterans Memorial Auditorium, 2425 Fresno Street, Fresno. 866-973-9610  

VALLEY STEM  Valley STEM engages local youth with Science Tech Engineering and Math porjects; Explore these subjects with hands on activities and demonstrations. 2 p.m. Fig Garden Branch Library.  

Kids and parents will enjoy this free event celebrating the book The Three Little Mermaids and the Big Bad Shark from 2:30-4:30 p.m. on December 14th. Kids will enjoy activities, face painting, crafts, games, and an interactive book reading at 3:30 p.m. Merced Library, 2100 O Street, Merced. 289-4495

The Polar Express–Merced  Families will enjoy the inspiring adventure on a young boy who embarks on a journey to the North Pole! Tickets: $5. 3 p.m. Merced Theatre, 301 W. Main Street, Merced. 209-381-0500  

ELF THE MUSICAL  Based on the beloved holiday film, this hysterical show follows Buddy the Elf as he searches for his true identity. Rated PG. Tickets: $37-$62. December 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 11 a.m. December 1 and 8 at 5 p.m. December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, […]

KIDZ BOP WORLD TOUR  Enjoy as the KIDZ BOP kids perform some favorite songs along with exciting choreography and cool surprises! Tickets: $35-$55. December 14 at 6 p.m. Warnors Theatre, 1400 Fulton Street, Fresno. 264-2848  

A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL–OAKHURST  This classic holiday tale centers on a mischievous, bespectacled boy, Ralphie, who dreams of receiving a BB-gun for Christmas. Watch Ralphie and his friends as they get into all kinds of hilarious situations! Rated PG. Tickets: $12-$17. December 1, 8, 15, and 22 at 2 p.m. December 6, 7, 13, […]

CINDY  Enjoy this pop musical adaptation of the fairytale, Cinderella. This original musical features upbeat and contemporary music for a twist on the timeless classic. Tickets: $17.50+. December 14th at 7 p.m. December 15th at 2 p.m. Sensory-friendly performance on December 14th at 2 p.m. The Tower Theatre, 815 E. Olive Avenue, Fresno. 549-4741  

BY CANDLELIGHT  This touching performance covers a story of 9/11, the events we must not forget, and the light that keeps us moving forward. Rated PG. Tickets: $8-$10. December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, and 14 at 7:30 p.m. Clovis North High School, Dan Pessano Theater, 2770 E. International Avenue, Fresno. 327-5474