The Washington, DC area has a wide range of theaters to enjoy the Christmas classic ballet - the Nutcracker. Take the whole family to marvel over Clara's Christmas fantasy when the wooden toy soldier comes alive and takes her on a magical tour of wonderful holiday adventures. Find here the Nutcracker performance in the Washington, DC area that best suits your style and budget.

Photo: Washington Ballet © Getty Images

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Did you know that there are almost 12,000 homeless people in the Washington metropolitan area? The Fannie Mae Foundation is sponsoring a Help the Homeless Walk on the National Mall on November 21, 2009. The walk is designed to raise awareness and funds for Washington, DC area organizations that are working to prevent and end homelessness, with an emphasis on programs that help homeless people return to independent living. Pre-registration and check-in begins at 7:00 a.m. on the front lawn of the Department of Agriculture, at Jefferson Drive between 12th and 14th Streets NW. The 3.1 mile walk circling the Tidal Basin begins at 9:00 a.m. For more information, visit www.helpthehomelessdc.org .

Kellari Taverna is a new Greek restaurant in Washington DC specializing in fresh seafood from the Mediterranean and the Atlantic. The contemporary setting is spacious and makes a nice place to take out of town guests or a large party. Read my review of Kellari Taverna.

For more information about dining around the region, see my Washington DC Restaurant Guide.

See a guide to the top events going on this weekend in Washington, DC and the surrounding communities:

• Museum Shop Around at Strathmore - November 12-15, 2009. Shop at 16 museum shops under one roof at the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, Maryland (301) 581-5100. Admission: $8.
  
  
• Holiday Craft Shows - Craft shows are great places to get unique gifts for the holidays. This weekend, check out the Northern Virginia Christmas Market, Ashburn Farm Association Craft Fair and the Historic Alexandria Antiques Show and Sale. See more upcoming craft shows around the DC Area.
  
  
• Fantastiks Voyage Scavenger Hunt - November 14, 2009, 1-3 p.m. Hosted by Arena Stage, this free event is a race around DC, discovering clues and meeting a cast of characters. The grand prize includes free tickets to see The Fantasticks and dinner for four. The event is appropriate for all ages and the show is appropriate for those who are 8+.
  
  
• Fall Fringe Festival - November 11-22, 2009, Fort Fringe - The Shop, 607 New York Ave., NW Washington, DC. Three favorite former Fringe performers donate their time and ticket proceeds to the future of Capital Fringe.
  
  
• Frontier Family Day - National Portrait Gallery - November 14, 2009, 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Visit the museum and enjoy Western Frontier crafts, scavenger hunts, bluegrass music, and storytelling.
  
  
• FotoWeek DC - November 7-14, 2009. The second annual celebration of photography in Washington, DC, will feature programs including a photo contest and juried exhibition, gallery openings, lectures, educational workshops, portfolio reviews, book signings and more.
  
  

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