Local Entertainment

St. Albert residents have gotten help getting in the Christmas spirit recently, thanks to various music groups in the area. The members of Mission Hill Brass, Capital City Big Band, St.

If you’re like me, you probably like most of your shopping to support the local economy. I’m not just talking about avoiding mass-produced trinkets made in other countries though. When I think of holiday gifts, I think arts and crafts. St.

Many people can’t quite put their finger on how best to tell Ottawa their feelings about supporting tradespeople through these difficult economic times. Now, one woman has some trees she hopes will help.

Pastry classes When Confections Cake Co. launched its dessert bar, it pointed to St. Albert’s maturation in the food scene. Its roaring start continues as owners Brittany Allen and Jarrett Delaney have taken the lead in offering baking workshops.

REVIEW Oh! Christmas Tree Blunt Entertainment and Theatre of the New Heart Runs until Dec. 23 Theatre Network, The Roxy on Gateway 8529 Gateway Blvd. Tickets: $22 adults, $18 senior/students. Visit www.theatrenework.

PREVIEW It’s a Big Band Christmas II (Sequel) Mission Hill Brass With special guests Capital City Big Band Sunday, Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. St. Albert United Church 20 Green Grove Dr.

PREVIEW A Funky Tap Christmas Rhythm Motives with special guests DanceCo Sunday, Dec. 16 at 5 p.m. Theatre Lab MacEwan University Allard Hall 11110 – 104 Ave. Tickets: $15 to $20. Email paige.tirs@gmail.

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PREVIEW Tales of a Charlie Brown Christmas Jerry Granelli Trio Saturday, Dec. 15 at 7:30 p.m. Arden Theatre 5 St. Anne Street Tickets: $40. Call 780-459-1542 or visit www.ticketmaster.ca For some, winter holidays are the most wonderful time of year.

PREVIEW Little Red Riding Hood Dec. 13 to 24, Dec. 26 to 31 Capitol Theatre Fort Edmonton Park Tickets: $30 to $40, special Wednesday price $20 to $25. Visit www.fortedmontonpark.