Meowy Christmas Show Monday, Dec. 21 7:30pm Lincoln Park District Ballroom 1400 Primm Road, Lincoln 732-8770 $10

Creatures stirring

If your home harbors a scratching pad or climbing tower, cans of kitty chow or long pole-like contraptions with string that your feline favors, you must head north to Lincoln on Monday evening. The Amazing Acro-Cats from Chicago are the Cirque du Soleil of the animal kingdom. They jump through wreaths, roll ornaments, push a sleigh and more. In addition, The Rock-Cats play seasonal carols, such as, “A Cat in a Manger,” “Catnip Roasting on an Open Fire” and “God Rest Ye Merry Kittens.” Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus, and cats can be trained. For a sneak preview visit www.circuscats.com.