Holidays in Black and White Featuring the American Pops Orchestra When: Dec. 21 at noon and 2 p.m. Where: Arts Barn Admission: $12–$18 There’s nothing quite like the music of the holiday season, and this concert is the perfect place to get your fix. Join the American Pops Orchestra as they perform traditional holiday music to pair with Christmas-themed silent films, including “The Night Before Christmas” and “A Christmas Carol.” You haven’t heard your favorite holiday stories quite like this before! This event is appropriate for guests of all ages. Purchase tickets and learn more at GaithersburgMD.gov. Tasty Books: ‘Hanukkah Cookies with Sprinkles ’ When: Sunday, Dec. 22 from 10:30 a.m. to noon Where: Casey Community Center Admission: $5 Celebrate the Festival of Lights in the tastiest way possible! “Hanukkah Cookies with Sprinkles” follows the story of Sara as she discovers the value of tzedakah — giving to those who are less fortunate. Sara learns this lesson through her family’s traditions of baking and through “kindness, generosity, and caring for others.” Bringing the story to life, attendees will join in on creating a tasty treat that celebrates the true meaning of Hanukkah, as told by Sara and her family. Adult supervision is required. Visit GaithersburgMD.gov to learn more. (According to Science) How to Build the Perfect Snowman Location Is Everything Before you start stacking your snowman, pick the right location for it to hang out. Asphalt will heat up faster, so stick Frosty on a grassy lawn. If you can find a place that will be in the shade when the sun comes out, all the better. Pay Attention to Proportion As you roll the snowballs to form the head and body pieces, keep proportions in mind. This is important for the visual aesthetic of your snowman and overall stability. Mathematician Dr. James Hind from Nottingham Trent University developed a formula for building the perfect snowman. He recommended that a snowman be 64 inches tall, while the sections of the snowman should be 31 inches in diameter for the base, 20 inches in diameter for the middle, and 12 inches in diameter for the head. Once your snowman is built, science has just one rule for decorating: Have fun. Grab a scarf and a top hat, a carrot nose and radish eyes, or a fancy bow tie. Building the perfect snowman means building a snowman that will make you smile when you see it.
If you’re lucky enough to get a good snow day this year, building a snowman is a great way to spend it. That said,
building a snowman isn’t all fun and games. It’s hard work, and you want to make sure the end result is worth the sore legs and soggy pants. Here are some science- backed strategies for building the perfect snowman.
Choose the Right Snow Snow is your artistic medium, so make sure you have the right material for your project. Yes, there is a wrong kind of snow to use when building a snowman. You want the snow to be moist enough that it packs well but not so slushy that it collapses under pressure. The ideal snow for building your masterpiece is freshly fallen snow when the temperature is around 32 degrees F. If the snow isn’t quite right, you can moisten it a little by spraying water on it.
Celebrate With These Gaithersburg Events! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
There are many options for you to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year! Add these three Gaithersburg events to your holiday calendar. Winter Lights Festival When: Evenings Nov. 29 through Dec. 31 (closed on Christmas Day) Where: Seneca Creek State Park Admission: $12–$30
The Winter Lights Festival is back for another spectacular year of illuminating your holiday celebrations. Don’t miss the beautifully decorated displays, and take in the spectacle of dazzling trees. Share your wish list with
Santa or indulge in roasted marshmallows by the fire. Even better, know that as you’re taking part in a Gaithersburg holiday tradition, you are also helping others. Portions of the proceeds from this event benefit local groups. Learn more and purchase tickets at GaithersburgMD.gov.
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