PICK: The Polar Express

Seeing is believing: Close your eyes and imagine boarding The Polar Express, where everyone is dreaming of a “White Christmas” and “Rockin’ On Top O the World,” leading us to “Believe” that all will be well “When Christmas Comes to Town.” As the train conductor, Tom Hanks provides comforting narration while leading a group of children to discover the holiday magic within themselves.

Saturday 12/19, $5-8, 11am and 3pm. The Paramount Theater, 215 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 979-1333.

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