Second Saturday events for Dec. 10

VALLEY PERFORMING ARTS, 251 West Swanson, Wasilla, 373-0195 or valleyperformingarts.org.

• A Christmas Carol — A play for the entire family about giving and compassion continues at 8 p.m. through Dec. 18. Sunday shows are at 2 p.m.

DOODLES, 3030 N. Lazy Eight Court Suite 15, Crossroads Center, corner Bogard and Seldon roads, 775-6960.

• Student Art Show — Artwork by various students, reception from 4 to 6 p.m.

RUSTY’S, 320 E. Dahlia Ave, Palmer, 746-3883.

• Ice Castles on the Green — Stop in and have some hot cocoa while you work on the ice castles outside, 2 to 4 p.m.

• Mat-Su Community Chorus will be caroling at 4:30 and 6 p.m.

MADD MATTERS, 1088 S. Colony Way, Palmer, 745-6045.

• Kid’s Art Table — Make your own special ornament for free, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Suzie Althens — Perfect art for that special gift opening reception, 6 to 8 p.m.