World renown psychic visits Pensacola to help others talk to loved ones on December 2. Wednesday, Dec. 2

Snowball Derby Beginning December 2 and ending with a final race on December 4, the Snowball Derby looks to whiz through early December. Located at Five Flags Speedway off of Pine Forest Road in Pensacola, the derby is gearing up and contestants are shifting into position to vie for the number one spot. For more information regarding tickets and the like, call 850- 944-8400 or go to their website at www.fiveflagsspeedway. com.

Daughtry on Tour American Idol runner-up extraordinaire, Daughtry comes to the Pensacola Civic center with Theory of a Deadman and Cavo. Look to rock out at 7:30 p.m. at the downtown location. For tickets and other information go to www.pensacolaciviccenter. com or call 850-432-0800.

Messages From Beyond Lisa Williams is an acclaimed medium and clairvoyant with the ability to talk to loved ones who have passed to the other side. Starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Saenger Theatre, she plans on sharing her proclivity with helping others find closure through readings and healings. She is a renowned Reiki and Crystal Healer. Charge tickets by phone by calling 800- 745-3000. For more information call 850-595-3882 or go online at www.pensacolasaenger. com.

See the exciting Snowball Derby early this month! Check the article on page three for more details. Thursday, Dec. 3

Holiday Evening in Olde Seville Square The holidays start early in Olde Seville Square with the Pensacola Civic Band, McGuire's Pipe Band, Clark & Company and others playing in a concert with all holiday music being the subject. Includes caroling by candlelight and a special reading of "T'was the Night Before Christmas" in Seville Square Park in downtown Pensacola; Hot Chocolate and chili will be made available. For more information call 850-438-6505.

Christopher's Episcopal Church Caravan Dec. 3-4 Proceeds help support outreach and ministries of St. Christopher's Episcopal Church. Home's on tour: 1701 E. LaRua St., and 501 E. Romana St. Daytime tour, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Fri., Dec. 4, tour tickets are $8. The luncheon and "Lunch to Go" will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Luncheon tickets are $8; "Lunch to Go" is $7. Evening tour, Eve of Caravan, 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, tour tickets are $8 and can be purchased at the homes of the tour. Details: (850) 433-0074.

Saturday, Dec. 5

Kowabunga Breakfast with Surfing Santa Surf Burger is the place to be for the “Surfing Santa” from 8 to 10:30 a.m. This Santa has a surfboard sled pulled by magical dolphins. Kids should have their wish list ready. Free mimosas for parents. Surf Burger is on the left after the bridge. For more information call 850-932- 1417 or go online at thesurfburger. com/.

Annual Holiday Bead Show The Emerald Coast Bead Society looks to showcase their personal artifacts that they have lovingly made. Items featured are glass, lamp work and dichroic beads, findings, finished jewelry, batik clothing and macrame items, wirewrapped jewelry, soft-sculpture dolls, purses, decorated gourds, pottery, paintings and other artwork. 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Wright Place at the First United Methodist Church. For more information call 850-455-6109.

Handel's "Messiah" Beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Paul Catholic Church come see a joint concert of Handel’s “Messiah”. Featuring the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra and the Choral Society of Pensacola, tickets are sure to go fast for this event. For more information visit www.choralsocietyofpensacola. com or call 850-435- 2533.

PRA Cross-Country Run Is winter running through your veins? Then come work it out at the PRA Cross–Country Run; located at the Multipurpose Field on the UWF Campus, the run starts at 8 a.m. For more information concerning the run call 850-454-5858 or go online at www.crosscountry@ pensacolarunners.com.

Sunday, Dec. 6

Monthly free community yoga: 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, at Breathe Yoga Studio, 503 Adams St., Pensacola. "Find Your Inner Bliss," a gentle, soothing practice with Sandra Sanford. Details: (850) 291- 5506 or BreathePcola.com.

Tuesday, Dec. 8

Ice Hockey - Fire Ants vs Ice Flyers Ice Flyers look to put out the fire this Tuesday as the Fire Ants square off with the local team. Located at the Pensacola Civic Center, go and support the local hockey team. For information concerning tickets call 850-308- 5453 or go online at www.PensacolaIceFlyers.co m.

Member's Show Exhibit The Artel Gallery in downtown Pensacola is having a Member's Show Exhibit from December 8 until January 8 with the reception being held on Friday, December 11. For more information, visit the gallery's website at www.artelgallery.org or call 850-432-3080

Thursday, Dec. 10

ReDiscovery Series Rediscover how women's fashion tastes have changed and why in Escambia County. John Appleyard takes the podium at noon, Thursday at the Bowden Building. Sponsored by the Pensacola Heritage Foundation. Reservations are required. 12 noon. Lecture, $5, free for PHF members. Lunch $10. Call 850-438-6505 for more information.

Friday, Dec. 11

Christmas on the Coast Pensacola Children's Chorus hosts the annual Christmas on the Coast starting on December 11 until December 13 at the Saenger Theatre. Look for all your favorites and a couple of chorus classics. For more information call 850-434-7760 or for tickets call 850-595-3880. The website is www.pensacolasaenger.com.

Kelly Clarkson December is the month of American Idol contestants as season one winner Kelly Clarkson pays Pensacola a visit on Friday at the Pensacola Civic Center. Joining her are Eric Hutchinson and the band Parachute for her "All I Ever Wanted" tour. Expect another rockin' concert. For more information call 850-432- 0800 or go online www.pensacolaciviccenter. com.

Saturday, Dec. 12

Gulf Breeze Holiday Parade, Santa Fest & North Pole Market Start with the sights and sounds of the Gulf Breeze Holiday Parade at 10 a.m. and after return to the high school parking lot for SantaFest! and North Pole Market. Visit with Santa, enjoy food, games, music and fun or shop with local merchants. For more information call 850-932-7888 or visit www.gulfbreezechamber. com.

YMCA Jingle Bell 5-k run/walk Jingle Bell, Jingle Bell, Jingle Bell Run! This Saturday is the annual 5k run for the YMCA. Takes place on Langley Avenue in front of the YMCA located there. Starts promptly at 8 a.m. Call 850-478-1212 or visit www.ymca-nwflorida.org for more information.

Friday, Dec. 18

Hockey-Surge v Ice Flyers Help keep hockey going in Pensacola by watching the Ice Flyers try and weather the Surge. The battle takes place in the Pensacola Civic Center and expect nothing less than a war. 850-308-5453, www.PensacolaIceFlyers.com.

Saturday, Dec. 19

"Nutcracker" Pensacola Ballet Be on the lookout for gum drops and sugar plums as the classic ballet the "Nutcracker" tiptoes into town. Saturday, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Saenger Theatre in downtown Pensacola. For details on the event: visit www.pensacolasaenger.com or call 850-595-3880.

Ice Hockey - Cottonmouths vs Ice Flyers The Cottonmouths are poised to strike the heart of Pensacola's hockey team: the Ice Flyers. See the showdown take place at the Pensacola Civic Center on Saturday. Call 850-308-5453 or visit www.PensacolaIceFlyers.co m for more information.

Sunday, Dec. 20

Rudolph’s Red Nose Ramble Starts at the Sandshaker at 2 p.m.; ramble, walk or amble to Sabine Sandbar, located on Pensacola Beach, for Island Eggnog, Hooters and then to Bamboo Willie’s for the Santa Look Alike and Sexy Elf contests. Follow the Red Nose. Ramble back to the Shaker for the Wrap Up Party at 4:30 p.m. For more information: call 850-932-3141.

Santa Claus Look Alike Contest and Sexy Elf Contest Starts at Bamboo Willie's, located on the Soundside of Pensacola Beach, at 3:30 p.m. Looking for a St. Nick knockoff. Beard, boots and good laugh required. Mrs. Claus or even an elf or two can compete. Be naughty or nice. No charge to enter. Great prizes. For more information, call 850-916-9888.

Thursday, Dec. 31

New Year's Eve Fireworks December 31, 2009 On Pensacola Beach on Thursday before the New Year, come to the beach and celebrate the ushering in a relaxed setting. Take in the sights, sounds and tastes as one samples all the finer things in the area. Call 850- 932-1500 or visit www.visitpensacolabeach. com for details.

Pensacola POPS! Get things poppin’. Start the new year right by partying at the Saenger Theatre in Downtown Pensacola. Festivities start at 8 p.m. and are sure to be explosive. Vocalist Diane Penning will be the featured guest artist in a celebration of the New Year. Highlights of the evening include the music of Gershwin and Sondheim in what promises to be a beautiful and memorable New Year's Eve. 850-435- 2300, www.pensacolasymphony. com.

Ring in the New Year at Seville Quarter Seville's legendary New Year's Eve party will feature live entertainment; all guests receive party favors and enjoy a Midnight toast. Begins in Seville Quarter in downtown Pensacola at 7 p.m. sharp. 850-434- 6211, www.rosies.com.