not so ancient.

"A CHRISTMAS CAROL" LIVE READING.
Wednesday, Dec. 23 from 4-6 p.m.
Local actor and author Kyle Hollings, known for his performances in the Seattle Players' rendition of Twelfth Night and Waiting for Godot, will be giving a reading of Dickens' famed A Christmas Carol at The Atrium at Salish Lodge & Spa; complimentary apple cider and gingerbread cookies will be served. Admission is free, though donations are encouraged. All proceeds go to the Harrison Street Children's Center.

Reservations are not required and space is available on a first come, first served basis. For more information please call 800.555.SALI or visit salishlodge.com.

DJ SIX-SEVEN AT FREMONT STUDIOS.
Thursday, Dec. 24 from 9 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Ring in Christmas Eve with DJ Six-Seven (Las Vegas-Pure Nightclub, Moon, Prive) at Fremont Studios. Cover is $15, which includes a special performance by Jeremih.

For more information, call Fremont Studios at 555-7814 or visit fremontstudios.com.

ANNUAL MAMMOTH HOLIDAY BALL.
Thursday, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Keeping in Mammoth tradition, the megacorp is throwing its annual holiday ball. Exclusive, black tie, and the pinnacle of Seattle class, Mammoth promises this ball will be the best yet. Admission begins at 8 p.m. at EMP, with five separate dance floors designated for dancing, drinking, live performances, and dining.

Reservations are required, either through invitations or purchase of tickets at $179 and up. Tickets may be purchased at indulgence2009.com. Half of all profits will go to the Marilyn Idris Metahuman Research Fund, and the construction of the Homestead at Alder Cove foster care center.

"CAROL OF THE BELLS" SIXTH STREET BOYS CHOIR PERFORMANCE.
Friday, Jan. 1 from 6-8 p.m.
A celebration of old and new, the Sixth Street Boys Choir will perform a selection of old and new pieces at Benaroya Hall, 200 University St. Tickets are $25 in advance and $35 at the door. For more information, call Benaroya Hall at 555.8971 or the Sixth Street Boys Choir offices, at 555.1982.