5 ways to enjoy your week in New York City

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From a family-friendly puppet show to a Christmas bash and toy drive, there's plenty to enjoy in New York City this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.

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Magazine Launch Party

From the event description:

Enjoy complimentary cocktails and light bites. Plus, 20% of any purchase at Kendra Scott will be donated to The Fashion Foundation to support our mission.

When: Wednesday, Dec. 18, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Kendra Scott Boutique, 126 Spring St.
Admission: $0-$20
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

'Yeti, Set, Snow!'

From the event description:

"Yeti, Set, Snow!" is the story of a young girl named Widget and her friend, Twig, who encounter a yeti named Pascetti on the first snow day of the winter season. Through songs and snow-day activities, Pascetti discovers not only that snow can be fun but also the value of friendship.

When: Thursday, Dec. 19, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Where: Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre, West 79th Street and West Drive (inside Central Park)
Admission: $8-$12
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

Christmas Bash

From the event description:

We will be teaming up with Sound the Grove. Wear an ugly Christmas sweater and bring a toy for Toys for Tots.

When: Friday, Dec. 20, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: The Delancey, 168 Delancey St.
Admission: $12
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Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol'

From the event description:

Enjoy Dickens' text, classic Christmas music and live sound effects. There will also be complimentary pie, pudding, tea and a self-tour of the Mansion.

When: Friday, Dec. 20, 8-9:30 p.m.
Where: Margo Feiden Galleries Ltd./Al Hirschfeld Gallery at the Mansion/Museum, 15 E. Ninth St.
Admission: $59
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#TheRnBParty

From the event description:

#TheRnBParty is an event driven by R&B music, new and old. Our DJs cater to music lovers all night as our host, Chrisstylez, sets the vibes.

When: Friday, Dec. 20, 10 p.m.-4 a.m.
Where: Stage 48, 605 W. 48th St.
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to register


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