If icy weather doesn't keep everyone bundled up at home this weekend, there will be plenty of opportunities for holiday and family fun. Arkansas Children's Hospital hosts its annual Breakfast with Santa, Little Rock Zoo brings back Christmas in the Wild, Historic Arkansas Museum puts on a pioneer holiday at the Annual Christmas Frolic and the Laman Library invites children to help decorate its tree! Plus, Little Rock Family will be celebrating the world premiere of "Because of Winn Dixie the Musical" at The Rep with fun activities and giveaways.

Note: Some events may be cancelled due to threat of inclement weather. Please call ahead or check the event's website before heading out this weekend!

Friday, Dec. 6

ACCESS Gardens & Ceramics Holiday Sale -- Set your alarm and rise early to get the best of ACCESS ceramics. Shoppers will find platters, bowls, mugs, coasters and more colorful pieces created by ACCESS students.  The once-a-year sale begins at 7:30 a.m. and ends when the items sell out. For info: AccessGroupInc.org.

Lights, Camera, Christmas! at First NLR -- Treat your family to free holiday fun on Christmas Lane, complete with delicious treats, photos with Santa Claus, and carnival, carriage and train rides. Plus, all ages will enjoy Lights, Camera, Christmas, a touching multimedia production. For info, click here. FREE!

The Engine That Thought It Could Pay What You Can Night at Arkansas Arts Center Children's Theatre -- It's up to Little Engine to save the day, and he'll take you on an exciting journey in this classic tale of determination. The Little Engine learns that hard work pays off, even when faced with adversity. "The Engine That Thought It Could" is written by Alan Keith Smith and is based on the 1906 story by Reverend Charles S. Wing. 7 p.m. Dec. 6 is pay what you can night; regular tickets are $12.50. For info: ArkansasArtsCenter.org.

Santa's Workshop at Firefly Studio -- Drop your little elves off so they may create two secret hand-painted gifts that will be wrapped and ready to pick up in 10 days. Little elves will be supervised and guided through an evening of creative holiday fun by Santa's best helpers. Cost includes dinner of pizza, veggies with ranch dip, cookies and beverages. Limited space available, and payment is required at the time of reservation. 5:30-8:30 p.m. $45, $35 for each additional sibling. For info: FireflyCreativeStudio.com.

Saturday, Dec. 7

13th Annual Poets with Passion Poetry Slam at J.A. Fair High School -- Five students from each Little Rock School District high school will compete in this event. Monetary prizes and trophies will be awarded. Proceeds will benefit the LaPara Nicole Washington Memorial Fund for Literacy, created in honor of the late LaPara Washington, co-founder of the Poets with Passion Poetry Slam and literacy coach at J.A. Fair High School. Guests for event are $5 at the door. 6-9 p.m. For info: LRSD.org.

22nd Annual Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis at the Clinton Presidential Center and Park -- Each year, hundreds of families, company teams, pets, and individual participants join in the fun, don festive costumes, and help raise funds for the Arthritis Foundation in support of programs and services statewide. There is a one-mile option, as well. Wear your favorite holiday costume, put jingle bells on your shoelaces, and get ready to walk or run. Dogs are welcome to participate. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $30. For info: ArkansasJingleBellRun.org.

Breakfast with Santa at ACH Children's Hall CANCELLED -- Children and their families are invited to ACH for a special morning with Santa. This includes a breakfast cooked by local firefighters, a picture with the jolly man himself, crafts and much more. The doors close at 11 a.m. and the event concludes at noon. Registration requested by calling (501) 364-1074. 7 a.m.-noon. Advance tickets $10, at the door $15. For info, click here.

Christmas in the Wild at Little Rock Zoo -- Take a photo with Santa, enjoy brunch, hot cocoa and treats at the Little Rock Zoo.  A special animal visit will be an extra surprise for guests.  Children will make a craft and then will follow Santa to take gifts to the animals. Advance ticket purchase required. 9:30 a.m. (SOLD OUT) & 1 p.m Dec. 7. $20, members $15; price includes zoo admission. For info: (501) 661-7218, LittleRockZoo.com.

Conway Symphony Orchestra Presents "Tinsel and Tutus" at UCA Reynolds Performance Hall -- Celebrate the season with highlights from "The Nutcracker" performed by the Arkansas Festival Ballet plus a special performance from the Central Arkansas Children's Choir. Enjoy exciting new arrangements of holiday classics to make the Yuletide bright. 7:30 p.m. $20-$38. For info: ConwaySymphonyOrchestra.org.

Little Rock Family Day at "Because of Winn Dixie the Musical" at The Arkansas Repertory Theatre -- Celebrate the World Premiere of "Because of Winn Dixie the Musical" with Little Rock Family.  Visit the mobile adoption unit from the Pulaski County Humane Society, shop in the lobby and see a matinee performance at 2 p.m. Tickets for kids are half-price. For more info about the event, read our article here.

Living Gift Market at Heifer Village -- Attend Heifer Village’s Living Gift Market and learn how animals can provide sustainable livelihoods for struggling families. The day brings opportunities to visit with animals from Heifer Ranch, participate in games and crafts, as well as purchase alternative gifts. Shop@Heifer and Café@Heifer will be open. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For info: Heifer.org. FREE!

Old Fashioned Christmas at the White County Pioneer Village in Searcy -- Visit the Pioneer Village, an 1880s-inspired village, to celebrate an "Old Fashioned Christmas." The Village will be decorated with handmade decorations. Visitors will find costumed guides serving cider and sugar cookies. Santa, with his sleigh full of toys, will hear your Christmas wishes. Donations are accepted. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. For info: WhiteCountyPioneerVillage.org. FREE!

Sherwood Christmas Parade on Kiehl Ave. in Sherwood -- Don't miss "A Candy Cane Christmas" parade with school bands, floats and fun. Parade will start at 2 p.m. on Lantrip Rd. and Kiehl Ave. and will travel west on Kiehl Ave. and will end at Oakbrooke Dr. Santa will be there, too! Rain (or sleet) date: 2 p.m. Dec. 8. For info: SherwoodChamber.net. FREE!

Teddy Bear Tea at Ashley's at The Capital Hotel -- This holiday tea is certain bring smiles to children and their parents.  Teddy bears will adorn Ashley's Restaurant, and live music by harpist Alisa Coffey from the Arkansas Symphony will fill the room. Special tea fare will be prepared, and each child will leave with a teddy bear. 1:30-3:30 p.m. $35, children $25. For reservations: (501) 374-7474, glenda.johnson@capitalhotel.com.

Tree Trimming Party at Laman Library in North Little Rock -- Children can make ornaments for the Laman Library's tree and take ornaments home, as well. 2-3 p.m. For info: LamanLibrary.org. FREE!

Winter Discovery Lake Cruise at Jolly Rogers Marina -- Come prepared to discover Lake Maumelle as it springs to life...in the middle of winter! A park interpreter will guide the way as we search for critters that spend the winter around the lake, hopefully even a few bald eagles. Dress for extremely cold and windy lake weather. Advance payment is required. 1-2:30 p.m. $12, children ages 6-12 $6. For info: ArkansasStateParks.com/PinnacleMountain.

Sunday, Dec. 8

46th Annual Christmas Frolic at Historic Arkansas Museum -- From sack races to stilts and from fiddling to frolicking, this favorite seasonal event charms one and all with old fashioned fun. Bring the whole family out and enjoy live music, crafts, carols, pioneer games and our famous hot cider and ginger cake. 1-4 p.m. For info: HistoricArkansas.org. 

Santa's Workshop at Firefly Studio -- See description on Dec. 6.

PARENTS' NIGHT OUT!

Miracle League Double Header at Dickey-Stephens Park -- Miracle League Double Header featuring live and silent auction to benefit the Miracle League. Enjoy the music of Tragikly White and other performances. Attire is business casual. Tickets can be purchased by visiting MiracleLeagueAR.com. Dec. 6, 6:30 p.m. $100, couples $150.