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FALL / WINTER 2026 53 club programs events club programs HOLIDAY HARP IN THE WAC LOBBY A cherished WAC holiday tradition, enjoy the sounds of the season with local harpist Tamara Dobranic as she brings festive warmth and elegance to the Club lobby. Pause amidst the holiday bustle to enjoy beautiful seasonal melodies and celebrate the magic of the season with family and friends. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11: 11:30 am–1:30 pm SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12: 10 am–noon WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16: 11:30 am–1:30 pm THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17: Noon–2 pm CHILDREN'S HOLIDAY SERIES Reserve for Santa photos and Holiday shows on November 2. Gingerbread Brunch Buffet NOVEMBER 15 Begin your GingerMania day with a special Gingerbread Brunch Buffet in Torchy's Den. Sunday;11 am–1 pm. Reserve on the WAC app. GingerMania NOVEMBER 15 Start the holiday season with the WAC's sweetest tradition—GingerMania! For nearly three decades, members have gathered in November to get a jump on the jolly. We'll set the scene with a pre-built gingerbread house, mountains of candy, a pastry bag packed with icing, and a cozy box for safe travels home. Bring your holiday spirit and let the decorating magic begin! Sunday; 1–3 pm; pricing on the WAC app; cancel by November 10. All-ages GingerMania: Now in its 27th year. Grown-up GingerMania: Includes a glass of bubbly. Ages 21-plus. Friday Night Holiday Pool Party: Winter Foam & Flurries DECEMBER 11 Dive into the holiday season at our Winter Pool Party! Join us for a festive evening filled with snowy surprises, holiday music, and plenty of splashing. Enjoy winter-themed pool games, seasonal treats, and a pool deck transformed with cheerful holiday decor. This merry celebration is sure to make a splash with the whole family. Friday; 6–8 pm; complimentary; cancel by December 6. Children's Holiday Show: Le Petit Nutcracker DECEMBER 12 The holiday tradition twirls back to life with Le Petit Nutcracker in the Crystal Ballroom, performed by Haven Dance Academy. Don't miss this enchanting performance that cracks open the magic of the season! Show is 45 minutes. Saturday; performances at 11 am & 1 pm; complimentary. Children's Holiday Show II: Magic Show with Nate Jester DECEMBER 13 Experience the wonder of the holidays with Nate Jester's 45-minute Magic Show, packed with mind-blowing tricks and festive surprises. Bring the family for an unforgettable afternoon of holiday magic and fun! Sunday; 11 am; complimentary. Photos with Santa DECEMBER 12 & 13 The WAC does Santa right, and it is time again to reserve. The Johnson Lobby Lounge plays host for a magical day with St. Nick—write Santa a letter, color a picture, and then spend some time and get your photograph taken with the jolliest man around. Reservations are a must and open Monday, November 2 at 10 am; email clubprograms@wac.net with your date and preferred time. Saturday; 9 am–3 pm & Sunday, 10 am–2 pm.