Tuesday, December 8, 2015 1:51 pm

Stones River Mall is pleased to announce the following event: Kids Club: Nutcracker Ballet will be held on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2015, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of the Children's Play Area.

Join Nashville Ballet's ballerina, Nutcracker, and Mouse King for a day of fun! Attendees will enjoy an interactive Nutcracker Ballet storytime, face painting, balloon art, and Nutcracker crafts during this monthly family-friendly event.

Shoppers are invited to donate an unwrapped toy that will be donated to Toys for Tots. Event attendees can also enter to win a family four-pack of tickets to the Nutcracker Ballet. Admission is free. Stones River Mall requires that all children be supervised by an adult.

Professional photos with Santa will be available in Center Court through Christmas Eve. Visit www.stonesrivermall.com to schedule an appointment and purchase a photo package in advance.

Pet owners are invited to bring their dogs and cats to Paws & Claus from 6-8 p.m. on Nov. 30, Dec. 7, and Dec. 14. Santa's Photo Workshop hours are as follows: Nov. 14 - Dec. 17 Mon-Sat: 12-8 p.m. (Break: 3-4 p.m.) Sunday: 12-6 p.m. (Break: 2-2:30 p.m.) *Closed Thanksgiving Day Dec. 18-23 9 a.m.-9 p.m. (Breaks: 12-12:45 p.m. and 3:45-4:30 p.m.) Dec. 24 9 a.m.-9 p.m. (Break: 1:15-2 p.m.)