Briefly

Santa visits the Children's Museum, on Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Children's Museum, 813 N. Carson St.Visit and get your photo taken with Santa Claus. Crafts and cookie decorating for the children and holiday shopping in the gift shop. Bring the entire family. Call 884-2226.

'The Peanutcracker' Saturday at center

"The Peanutcracker" will be presented by Sierra Nevada Ballet 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday at the Carson City Community Center; 851 E William St.

Based on "The Nutcracker," this 45-minute version is a shorter, narrated version designed for families with younger children to introduce them to the wonderful world of ballet. $10 all seating; $5 discount for BAC members, seniors, and students. For information and tickets, visit breweryarts.orgor call 883-1976.

Positive Energy fundraiser Thursday

Positive Energy, Acrobatics & Dance Studio will host a "Christmas Show of Support," to raise funds for a new facility 5 - 8 p.m. Thursday at the Brewery Arts Center, Ballroom, 449 W. King St. There will be food, music, dancing and a silent auction to raise funds for a new facility, in the wake of the Connected Church fire, which occurred Dec. 2. Suggested donation $10. For information, call 884-3633.