Learn about the history of The Nutcracker, learn a few steps from the grand dance in the party scene, enter to win one of the awesome local goodies (values up to $250), try your luck at Mother Ginger’s Cake Walk or visit Clara’s Boutique to peruse unique handcrafted gifts for the season. Participate in Drosselmeyer's Gift Exchange by bringing a wrapped gift (value of $5 or less). Donations made at this event help fund the this year's civic performance of "The Nutcracker" to be staged at Jones Theater in Daggy Hall, Washington State University.