Welcome back to The To-Do List, where Daily Memphian staffers suggest their favorite events and activities for the coming week.

This week brings holiday lights galore, a chance to hike off your Thanksgiving meal, monster trucks and various adaptations of the classics.

“How the Grinch Stole Christmas: The Musical” at the Orpheum Theatre, through Sunday:

“How the Grinch Stole Christmas: The Musical” runs through Nov. 27 at the Orpheum Theatre. (Andy Martin Jr./Courtesy Orpheum Theatre)

Dr. Seuss’ beloved children’s tale about a mean old Grinch who decides to steal Christmas from the holiday-loving Whos gets Broadway treatment with music by Mel Marvin and Timothy Mason and a whimsical set design inspired by Dr. Suess’ original illustrations. Of course, you can expect the classics — “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” — and the happy ending. Even a Grinch with a heart “two sizes too small” can be transformed with a little love and understanding. Times vary. $25 to $130. 203 S. Main St. Click here for more information. — Bianca Phillips

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“After Thanksgiving Day Hike” at T.O. Fuller State Park, Friday:

TO Fuller State Park will host its “After Thanksgiving Day Hike” on Nov. 25. (The Daily Memphian file)

If you did Thanksgiving right, you woke up Friday still full from the day before. And that’s not a great feeling, but they say walking is good for digestion. The benefits are greatest right after a meal, but who’s counting? Put on your hiking boots, and head to T.O. Fuller State Park for their last signature hike of the year. The hike will follow the Discovery Trail, and your guide will share tidbits about the park’s history and local wildlife. Meet at the visitors’ center parking lot at 10 a.m. Free but donations are accepted. 1500 W. Mitchell Rd. Click here to register. — Phillips

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WinterArts at Park Place Centre, opening Friday:

Selena Nause (center) tries on the festive felt designs of Mary Ambrose’s Swiss Viss clothing line while shopping at the WinterArts collection in East Memphis in 2019. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian file)

With Thanksgiving behind us, it’s time to get serious about holiday shopping. Now in its 14th year, the WinterArts holiday market is the place to go for hand-crafted gifts by Memphis artists. Shop jewelry, photography, sculptures, clothing and more by 30-plus artists, including clay art by Bryan Blankenship, glassworks by Dale Strand and metalwork by Jeannie Saltmarsh Tomlinson. Opening reception on Friday, Nov. 25, from 5 to 9 p.m., and then WinterArts will be open Mondays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Fridays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1213 Ridgeway Rd. Click here for more information. — Phillips

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“Holiday Wonders at the Garden” at Memphis Botanic Garden, opening Friday:

The “Holiday Wonders at the Garden” light display opens at Memphis Botanic Garden on Nov. 25. (Courtesy Memphis Botanic Garden)

The annual holiday display at Memphis Botanic Garden is bigger and brighter than ever with eight acres of lights, including lighting incorporated into the “Alice’s Adventures at the Garden” sculptures. There are themed nights throughout the event’s 23-night run, including the dog-friendly “Paw-liday Wonders,” “Santa Sundays,” an ugly sweater night and an adults-only “Mistletoe Monday.” On view Nov. 25-27, Dec. 1-4 and Dec. 8-23, 5 to 8:30 p.m. $12 advance or $14 on the day of entry. 750 Cherry Rd. Click here for more information. — Phillips

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“Starry Nights” at Shelby Farms Park, opening Friday:

The “Starry Nights” holiday light display at Shelby Farms Park opens on Nov. 25. (The Daily Memphian file)

No Christmas season is complete without sitting in your car for over an hour, waiting to get into “Starry Nights.” Just bring plenty of snacks and go light on water to avoid bathroom emergencies (there’s a bathroom near the ticket booth if you must go). Once inside though, it’ll be worth the wait as you drive through 1.5 miles of more than four million lights in the largest annual fundraiser for Shelby Farms Park and the Shelby Farms Greenline. Even better, wait for one of two “Walk + Bike the Lights” nights (Nov. 29 and Dec. 27), and ditch the car. Runs through Dec. 30, 6 to 10 p.m. $24.95 for most vehicles (though there is special pricing for motorcycles, large vans and events). 6903 Great View Dr. North. Click here for more information. — Phillips

Lizzo laser light show at the Museum of Science and History, opening Friday:

The Museum of Science and History’s Lizzo laser light show opens on Nov. 25. (Courtesy MOSH)

I’ve had tickets to see Lizzo twice, and both shows were canceled due to the pandemic and then a hurricane (yes, in Tennessee). But, the next best thing to a live Lizzo show is coming to MOSH. Starting this Friday, MOSH will be turning up the music and turning down the lights as all of your favorite Lizzo songs are illustrated with lasers in the Sharpe Planetarium. Of course, you’re gonna need, like, two shots in your cup, and Tipsy Tumbler will be there to assist. Runs every Friday in December through the 23rd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. $13. 3050 Central Ave. Click here for more information. — Phillips

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“Nitro Extreme” autosports show at Wolfchase Galleria, Friday-Sunday:

The “Nitro Extreme” autosports show will be held in the Wolfchase Galleria parkiing lot Nov. 25-27. (Courtesy Nitro Extreme)

So your crazy uncle and his rowdy children are in town for the holiday. The uncle’s been chewing your ear about politics, and the kids have already melted crayons into your area rug. Enter “Nitro Extreme.” This autosports show promises “cars balancing on their sides while spinning, monster trucks going full throttle while tearing up the arena and some of the most daring motorcycle jumps performed.” That should keep them busy for at least a few hours. 7:30 p.m. on Friday, 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Sunday. 2760 N. Germantown Pkwy. (look for the checkered flags in the parking lot). Click here for more information. — Phillips

“Who’s Holiday!” at The Circuit Playhouse, opening Friday:

The adults-only “Who’s Holiday” show opens at Circuit Playhouse on Nov. 25. (Courtesy Playhouse on the Square)

Alright, if you’re looking for feel-good, kid-friendly Seuss, go to the Orpheum (see event above). But if you’re kid-free and want the real scoop, head to Playhouse on the Square for the raunchy sequel to “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” Here we meet Cindy Lou Who, freshly divorced from The Grinch and living in a trailer park outside of Whoville. Speaking in rhyme, Cindy spills the tea about her failed marriage. You’ll want to grab a drink for this one, and the Playhouse bar will be serving holiday-themed cocktails. 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 7 p.m. on Sundays. Though Dec. 22. $30. 51 S. Cooper St. Click here for more information. — Phillips

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“NutRemix” at the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts, Saturday and Sunday:

New Ballet Ensemble presents “Nut Remix” at the Cannon Center Nov. 26-27. In this file photo, Charles “Lil Buck” Riley performed with “Nut Remix” in 2018. (Andrea Zucker/The Daily Memphian file)

New Ballet Ensemble and School’s Memphis-centric retelling of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” returns this weekend, and with it, so does the dance organization’s star alumnus, Charles “Lil Buck” Riley. Set on Beale Street, the work features 170 dancers, jookin’ and performing ballet, West African, Congolese and tap dance. The Memphis Symphony Orchestra and Big Band and African drumming will provide the musical accompaniment for the fancy footwork. This show features dancers of all ages and is fun for the entire family. 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. $25-40. 255 N. Main St. Click here for more information. — Elle Perry

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“Velveteen Rabbit: The Musical” at Hattiloo Theatre, opening Saturday:

Another adaptation is on view on a local stage this weekend. Memphis’ Black repertory theater presents the musical form of the 1922 classic children’s book “The Velveteen Rabbit.” In musical form, with a Paul Pilcher-created book, music and lyrics, the forlorn and forgotten toy rabbit still yearns to be loved and become real. The Hattiloo play runs through Dec. 18, giving families multiple chances to experience it during the holiday season. Durham, North Carolina-resident JaMeeka Holloway serves as director. 7:30 p.m., Thursdays through Saturdays; 2 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays. $35 general admission, $30 for seniors, students, military. 37 S. Cooper St. Click here for more information. — Perry

“Dear Evan Hansen” at the Orpheum Theatre, opening Tuesday:

“Dear Evan Hansen” opens at the Orpheum Theatre on Nov. 29. (Evan Zimmerman/Courtesy Orpheum Theatre)

The winner of the 2017 Tony Award for Best Musical, “Dear Evan Hansen” sets teenage anxiety and angst to a Broadway soundtrack. The story follows often-bullied high school senior Evan Hansen, whose therapist suggests he writes letters to himself detailing what’s good about each day. One of those letters ends up in the hands of Evan’s bully. When that bully dies of an overdose, the letter puts Evan in the center of a tragedy. Runs through Dec. 4. Times vary. $35 to $130. 203 S. Main St. Click here for more information. — Phillips

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