COUNTRY CHRISTMAS
Family spotlights: Country Christmas and Folkways of the Holidays

Old-fashioned fun awaits as guests are invited to enjoy carols and activities throughout the decorated Gibbs home. Tours are given every half-hour. Warm up with a cup of hot chocolate and a treat. Check out the gift shop selection of stocking stuffers.
- 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat 12/17
- $5-$8
- Gibbs Museum of Pioneer and Dakotah Life, 2097 W. Larpenteur Av., Falcon Heights
- www.rchs.com
FOLKWAYS OF THE HOLIDAYS
Discover the holiday traditions of 19th-century Minnesotans through tours and craftmaking. Chat with costumed interpreters and take a ride on trolleys pulled by Percheron horses. Saturday features a performance by folk duo Curtis and Loretta, a village Christmas pageant and Santa and live reindeer display. Greenwood Tree performs next Sunday.
- 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun 12/18
- $3-$5
- The Landing, 2187 E. Hwy. 101, Shakopee
- www.threeriversparkdistrict.org
Want to check out the Minnesota eateries on this year’s long list? Make these menu items part of your order to get a taste of each of these places’ distinct flavor and flair.