Travel seminars — November

The Savvy Traveler, 112 Fifth Ave. S., in Edmonds will hold a number of travel-related seminars in the coming weeks, including:

– Ecuador and the Indigenous Huaorani — 10 a.m. Nov. 3.

– Ten Best Secrets about Traveling in Italy — 1 p.m. Nov. 3.

– Northern Italy, Tuscany and Umbria — 10 a.m. Nov. 10.

– Southern Italy and Sicily — 1 p.m. Nov. 10.

– A Taste of Italian Language — 3 to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 10.

– New Zealand — 10 a.m. Nov. 17.

– Northern India and Ladakah — 1 p.m. Nov. 17.

Space is limited; call for reservations at 425-744-6076. For updates, check online at www.savvytraveleredmonds.com.

Girls Night Out — Nov. 3

The Arts Council of Snohomish County will hold its 10th annual Girls Night Out, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Historic Monte Cristo Hotel, 1507 Wall St., in Everett. This day is all about the “serious business of play,” according to the Arts Council. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn to belly dance, win a hula-hoop contest, take part in a cake walk and win an artist-made cake. There will be massage and hair makeovers available as well as more than 30 local designers with clothing, accessories and jewelry. For more information, contact Elizabeth Smith at 425-257-8380, send e-mail to lsmith@artscouncilofsnoco.org or go online to www.artscouncilofsnoco.org.

Katie Couric’s “The Brand New Kid” — Nov. 4

Village Theatre Pied Piper presents Katie Couric’s “The Brand New Kid,” a musical produced by the Kennedy Center Theatre for Young Audiences on Tour, at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Nov. 4 at the Everett Civic Auditorium, 2415 Colby Ave., in Everett. Based on the book written by Couric, “The Brand New Kid” begins on the first day of second grade, when Lazlo is the new kid in school. A typical 7-year-old boy, he is teased because he doesn’t look or speak quite like his other classmates. Things turn around when a popular classmate spends time with him, and together they teach their classmates a valuable lesson. The production is recommended for children in grades kindergarten through fourth grade and their families. Tickets cost between $12 and $14. For more information or to buy tickets, call 425-257-8600 or go online to www.villagetheatre.org.

Snowshoeing class — Nov. 14

The Alderwood REI in Lynnwood will hold Snowshoeing 101, an introduction to the winter sport of snowshoeing, at 7 p.m. Nov. 14. Attendees will learn about the appropriate selection of gear and the initial skills needed to get outside and on the trails. In addition, attendees will learn about snowshoeing locales. For more information, call 425-640-6200 or send e-mail to jvaugha@rei.com.

Country Village Holiday Open House — Nov. 17 and 18

Country Village will hold its annual Holiday Open House from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Nov. 17 and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 18 at 23718 Bothell-Everett Highway, in Bothell. Along with perusing the wares of a variety of stores and enjoying the atmosphere of the shopping “village,” open-house attendees can participate in a scavenger hunt and enter their name in a drawing for a luxurious spa day at Amai Day Spa. There will be complimentary hot, roasted chestnuts from 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 17 as well as twinkling lights on display. For more information, call 425-483-2250 or go online to www.countryvillagebothell.com.

Lavender Hills Farm Holiday Bazaar — Nov. 23 through Dec. 23

Lavender Hills Farm will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from Nov. 23 through Dec. 23 for its Holiday Bazaar. There will be holiday gifts to purchase, hot apple cider and lavender treats. Located at 7508 108th St. NE, Marysville, the farm can be contacted at 360-651-2086 or online at www.lavenderhillsfarm.com.

Mannheim Steamroller holiday concert — Dec. 2

Mannheim Steamroller will roll into Comcast Arena at the Everett Events Center for one show only at 8 p.m. Dec. 2, debuting selections from its new CD “Christmas Song.” The band will take the stage accompanied by a 22-piece orchestra composed of local, professional musicians. Tickets range from $30 to $97, with a limited number of $152 tickets available for cabaret tables on the main floor, which include complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres. In addition to new music, Mannheim Steamroller will perform audience favorites from its six multi-platinum Christmas albums. For more information about the band’s national tour, or to sample Mannheim Steamroller albums, go online to www.mannheimsteamroller.com. Tickets for the holiday event are available through the Comcast Arena Box Office and online at www.comcastarenaeverett.com. Prices are $30, $49.50, $59.50, $97 and $152. To charge by phone, call 866-332-8499.