Editor's Picks: Weekly Best Bets in WNY | December 15 - 21

<p>There was the year Christmas was saved by a reindeer with a red nose. And the year a pesky cold nearly made Santa cancel the whole thing. But this is the year Santa vacates the closet. Having hidden his true identity from the world that has loved and depended on him for years, he risks his reputation and the legacy he has built to tell his truth. Encountering friends and foe along the way, this solo play takes a comedic look at the way the world treats our role models and the things that happen when they defy our expectations.</p>

<p>Set in 1941 London; a boy, his friends, and a surprise visitor must band together to rescue Father Christmas from the clutches of the dubious Jack Frost. <span>This marvelous adventure ends well, much like the timeless poem, when Father Christmas flies off into the night exclaiming, &quot;Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good-night!&quot;</span></p>

<p>Embark on a three-hour guided walking tour of the Elmwood Village where you will eat delicious samples from local eateries and explore the exquisite architecture, history and present day vibrancy of this neighborhood. This delicious and memorable experience will entice you to come back to the Elmwood Village like a local again and again! All food tastings, enough for lunch are included in the ticket price of $44.</p>

<p>Contrary to popular belief, dance music isn&#39;t new to America. One would only have to look at the career of Bro Safari to know that the American dance music scene has been thriving for years, making waves from the States to across the globe. Bro Safari&#39;s productions have excited crowds and been critically acclaimed by the best in the business, and there&#39;s nowhere to go but up for this talented producer.<br />
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<p>London-based DJ/producer Caspa, is one of dubstep&#39;s most influential figures; having founded several major dubstep labels (Dub Police, Sub Soldiers and Storming Productions) hosting/nourishing the careers of Emalkay, Trolley Snatcha and The Others (to name a few). Having collaborated with the likes of Rusko (for FabricLive.37) and remixing for Ludacris, Deadmau5, Kaskade, Swedish House Mafia and Katy B, Caspa has remained a leader throughout the dubstep community, spinning Hardfest, Lollapalooza and throughout Europe.</p>

<p>Join us the evening of December 18 for the Grand Opening &amp; Holiday Celebration event at <strong>The Ice at Canalside</strong> presented by&nbsp;<a href="https://securews.bcbswny.com/web/content/WNYHome.html"><font color="#0066cc">BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York</font></a>!</p>

<p>The inaugural event will feature Fitz &amp; the Tantrums, The Airborne Toxic Event, Jungle, Neon Trees, Robert Delong, and Walk the Moon</p>

<p>Owen Benjamin started his comedy career in music. Growing up with an opera singer father, Benjamin has played classical piano since childhood. Benjamin was a regular on MTV&#39;s Punk&#39;d, and has appeared on E!&#39;s Chelsea Lately and Comedy Central&#39;s Live at Gotham</p>

<p>This year, Jim Brickman will bring together the sounds of the season with On A Winter&rsquo;s Night. Hailed by the&nbsp;<em><font>Boston Herald</font></em>&nbsp;as a &quot;crowd-pleaser,&quot; Jim celebrates this in a one-of-a-kind concert event filled with lush instrumentals and soaring vocals.</p>

<p>The show spans several generations, blending classic songs from musical icons such as Ray Charles, Michael Buble, Michael Jackson, and Whitney Houston, with their relatable humor that leaves the audience feeling like they are hanging out with family.</p>

<p>Don&rsquo;t miss the Scintas as they come home for their annual Christmas Show!</p>