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Festivals & Events Directory The Guide for Editors & Journalists to all Types of Events Festivals & Fairs, Performing Arts/Cultural Events, Adventure/Tours, Museum Events, Misc. McKenzie News Service - Press Release Distribution McKenzieNewsService.com Download the latest version of this directory here. Last update: 6/27/2015 View Word Version MONTHLY INDEX McKenzie News Service ( www.McKenzieNewsService.com). Permission is hereby granted to editors, journalists, broadcast media and publishers to reprint or broadcast this material at no charge in any legitimate media outlet, with or without reference to McKenzieNewsService.com. Our press release distribution service specializes in Festivals, Events, Arts, Culture, Theatre, Performing Arts, Music, Museum Exhibits, Food & Wine/Culinary, Adventure, Tours. Paul McKenzie, Email: [email protected] Submit a Press Release Submit an Event Monthly Index PAGE 1 www.McKenzieNewsService.com Events are sorted by month then by state/region. This document contains over 2,700 event listings and links to press releases on McKenzie News Service. 2015 MONTHLY EVENT INDEX August | September | October | November | December PRESS RELEASE SEARCH INSTRUCTIONS: To find all press releases type: Press Release – (include a space and – after Release). See the search instructions below. EVENT LISTINGS SEARCH INSTRUCTIONS: Google Chrome: on the top right click on this: then click “Find.” Search Example: If you wanted to find all events in North Carolina, type it in the “Find” box with a comma: North Carolina, Internet Explorer : Move your pointer to the bottom of the page and the image below will appear. Click on the last symbol on the right: “Show Adobe Toolbar.” Then on the left click on and use the above search example. Adobe Reader: Click Edit then “Advanced Search” then use the above search example. Microsoft Word: Click “Find” A navigation pane appears on the left. Use the above search example. The United States Events Directory is continuously updated. Make sure you download the latest version of this directory here.

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Page 1: Festivals and Events Directory - McKenzie News Service press release distribution service specializes in Festivals, Events ... Events are sorted by month then by state/region

Festivals & Events Directory The Guide for Editors & Journalists to all Types of Events Festivals & Fairs, Performing Arts/Cultural Events, Adventure/Tours, Museum Events, Misc. McKenzie News Service - Press Release Distribution McKenzieNewsService.com

Download the latest version of this directory here. Last update: 6/27/2015 View Word Version

MONTHLY INDEX McKenzie News Service (www.McKenzieNewsService.com). Permission is hereby granted to editors, journalists, broadcast media and publishers to reprint or broadcast this material at no charge in any legitimate media outlet,

with or without reference to McKenzieNewsService.com. Our press release distribution service specializes in Festivals, Events,

Arts, Culture, Theatre, Performing Arts, Music, Museum Exhibits, Food & Wine/Culinary, Adventure, Tours. Paul McKenzie, Email: [email protected] ● Submit a Press Release ● Submit an Event

Monthly Index

PAGE 1

www.McKenzieNewsService.com

Events are sorted by month then by state/region. This document contains over 2,700 event listings and links to press releases on McKenzie

News Service.

2015 MONTHLY EVENT INDEX

August | September | October | November | December PRESS RELEASE SEARCH INSTRUCTIONS:

To find all press releases type: Press Release – (include a space and – after Release). See the search

instructions below.

EVENT LISTINGS SEARCH INSTRUCTIONS:

Google Chrome: on the top right click on this: then click “Find.” Search Example: If you wanted to

find all events in North Carolina, type it in the “Find” box with a comma: North Carolina,

Internet Explorer: Move your pointer to the bottom of the page and the image below will appear.

Click on the last symbol on the right: “Show Adobe Toolbar.” Then on the left click on and use

the above search example.

Adobe Reader: Click Edit then “Advanced Search” then use the above search example.

Microsoft Word: Click “Find” A navigation pane appears on the left. Use the above search example.

The United States Events Directory is continuously updated. Make sure you download the latest

version of this directory here.

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Festivals & Events Directory

MONTHLY INDEX McKenzie News Service (www.McKenzieNewsService.com). Permission is hereby granted to editors,

journalists, broadcast media and publishers to reprint or broadcast this material at no charge in any legitimate media outlet ,

with or without reference to McKenzieNewsService.com. Our press release distribution service specializes in Festivals, Events, Arts, Culture, Theatre, Performing Arts, Music, Museum Exhibits, Food & Wine/Culinary, Adventure, Tours.

Paul McKenzie, Email: [email protected] ● Submit a Press Release ● Submit an Event PAGE 2

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December 2015

California, Fairfield, Event Date: December 12 to 13, 2015

Santa's Last Stand Gift Fair, Fairfield, CA

The Santa's Last Stand Gift Fair will be held indoors 10 am to 5 pm at the Specialty Event Center

(former Walmart), 300 Chadbourne Rd, Fairfield, CA on December 12 to 13. Admission is free. Parking

is free. Over 750 parking spaces. The event will feature over 100 booths with holiday gifts and

stocking stuffers. Browse the aisles filled with a wide selection of original handmade items, tempting

gourmet specialty food items ...

South Carolina, Charleston, Event Date: December 11to 13, 2015

Charleston Ballet Theatre Center for Dance Education and Coastal Ballet USA to Perform the

Original Nutcracker, Charleston, SC

Lowcountry audiences will once again be treated to the most famous holiday ballet adventure when

Charleston Ballet Theatre Education’s production of The Nutcracker takes the stage for one evening

and one matinee performance. The 2015 Nutcracker performances take place on Friday, December 11

at 10:00 AM, and Saturday, December 12 at 7:00 PM, Sunday December 13 at 3:00 PM at the Sottile

Theatre at the College of Charleston Center located at 44 ...

New York, Port Washington, Event Date: Through February 6, 2016

Historical Society Costume Exhibit at Cow Neck Peninsula Historical Society, Port Washington,

NY

The Cow Neck Peninsula Historical Society of Port Washington launches its major exhibit, “Costume &

Culture,” that runs through February 6, 2016. Docent led tours are every Saturday at 12:30pm. Made

possible through the generous sponsorship of Brooks Brothers, the exhibit features historic garments

presented in context with their heritage and history. Showcasing more than 65 garments plus

countless accessories ...

Ohio, Sylvania, Event Date: December 13, 2015

Toledo Craftsman's Guild to Hold Winter Festival of Crafts Show, Sylvania, Ohio

Complete your holiday shopping and decorating with a purchase of a fine handmade craft items

crafted by one of the juried members of the Toledo Craftsman's Guild (celebrating their 40th

anniversary) at their Winter Festival of Crafts show. The beautiful setting of the Franciscan Center on

the campus of Lourdes College at 6832 Convent Boulevard in Sylvania, Ohio will be the host for this

annual event ...

December

Alabama, Central, Montevallo

Event Name: A White House Christmas Coffee and Dessert Buffet

Event Date: December 5, 2015 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Former White House chef to five presidents, Chef Roland Mesnier, returns to the American Village for a

morning of delicious food and delightful stories. Chef Mesnier will sign his new book on gingerbread

following the event. A limited number of tickets are available. Pre-reservations are required.

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journalists, broadcast media and publishers to reprint or broadcast this material at no charge in any legitimate media outlet ,

with or without reference to McKenzieNewsService.com. Our press release distribution service specializes in Festivals, Events, Arts, Culture, Theatre, Performing Arts, Music, Museum Exhibits, Food & Wine/Culinary, Adventure, Tours.

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Event Location: , 3727 Highway 119, Montevallo, Alabama 35115

Admission: 100

Full Event Information: www.americanvillage.org

Company: American Village

Web: www.americanvillage.org (205) 665-3535

Contact: Melanie Poole, Email: [email protected], Phone: (205) 665-3535

December

Alabama, Central, Montevallo

Event Name: Colonial Christmas Lunch and Tour

Event Date: December 8, 9 and 10, 2015 10:30 a.m. and noon

The perfect Christmas event for your group, club or organization. Your luncheon hostess is First Lady

Dolley Madison. Enjoy a Christmas concert in the Colonial Chapel; young Martha Washington welcomes

you to a Christmas fete, or party, in Colonial Virginia; see the Village in its Christmas finery.

Event Location: , 3727 Highway 119, Montevallo, Alabama 35115

Admission: 25

Full Event Information: www.americanvillage.org

Company: American Village

Web: www.americanvillage.org (205) 665-3535

Contact: Melanie Poole, Email: [email protected], Phone: (205) 665-3535

December

Alabama, Central, Montgomery

Event Name: Governor's Mansion Christmas Open House Tours

Event Date: December 7, 14, 21, 2015 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Governor's Mansion will be decorated and filled with the spirit of the season. Pick up free tickets at the

Gift Shop across the street.

Event Location: Governor's Mansion, 1142 S. Perry St, Montgomery, Alabama

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: http://alabama.travel/upcoming-events/governor-s-mansion-christmas-open-

house-tours-2015

Company: Alabama Tourism Department

Web: www.alabama.travel

Contact: Brian S. Jones, Email: [email protected], Phone: (334) 242-4665

December

Alabama, Southeast, Trussville

Event Name: Christmas Parade

Event Date: December 12, 2015 3:00

The annual Christmas Parade passes through historic Downtown Trussville. This is a free event for the

family to enjoy. The parade will begin on Parkway Drive and circle the city. It will end at the Mall

where there will be a Christmas Tree lighting ceremony and snow.

Event Location: Trussville Mall Area, Main Street Trussville, Trussville, Alabama 35173

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.trussvillechamber.com/events/christmas-pardade

Company: Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce

Web: www.trussvillechamber.com

Contact: Bobbie, Email: [email protected], Phone: (205) 655-7535

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MONTHLY INDEX McKenzie News Service (www.McKenzieNewsService.com). Permission is hereby granted to editors,

journalists, broadcast media and publishers to reprint or broadcast this material at no charge in any legitimate media outlet ,

with or without reference to McKenzieNewsService.com. Our press release distribution service specializes in Festivals, Events, Arts, Culture, Theatre, Performing Arts, Music, Museum Exhibits, Food & Wine/Culinary, Adventure, Tours.

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December

Arizona, Central, Chandler

Event Name: Tumbleweed Tree Lighting and Parade of Lights

Event Date: December 5, 2015 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Our largest and vibrant community event lights up the streets of Downtown Chandler and officially

kicks off our holiday season.

Event Location: Dr. A.j. Chandler Park, 3 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler, Arizona 85224

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweedtree

Company: City of Chandler - Recreation Division

Web: www.chandleraz.gov/recreation (480) 782-2727

Contact: Jim Phipps, Email: [email protected], Phone: (480) 782-2225

December

Arizona, Central, Phoenix

Event Name: Spirit of the Season

Event Date: December 14, 2015 7 p.m.

A holiday music concert with Jeffrey Hattrick and Nicole Pesce, from jazz to classical, a joyful event that

will touch your soul and warm your heart. A special event hosted by Center Dance Ensemble.

Event Location: Herberger Theater Center, 222 E Monroe St, Phoenix, Arizona 85004

Admission: $26 To $41

Full Event Information: www.centerdance.com

Company: Center Dance Ensemble

Web: www.centerdance.com (602) 252-8497

Contact: Gary Bacal, managing director, Email: [email protected], Phone: (520) 403-2501

December

Arizona, Central, Phoenix

Event Name: Center Dance Ensemble presents Frances Smith Cohen's Snow Queen""

Event Date: December 5 to 20, 2015 Saturdays, Dec 5, 12 & 19 at 2 & 7 pm; Sundays, Dec 6, 13 & 20

at 2 & 5 pm; Fridays , Dec. 11 & 18 abridged for Lunch Time at 12:10 pm

The 25th year of our popular holiday production that has become a “don’t miss” Valley tradition for the

whole family. The classic story by Hans Christian Andersen set to music by Sergei Prokofiev.

Event Location: Herberger Theater Center, 222 E Monroe St, Phoenix, Arizona 85004

Admission: $28 Regular, $23 seniors, $14 students; lunch time $6

Full Event Information: www.centerdance.com or www.herbergertheater.org

Company: Center Dance Ensemble

Web: www.centerdance.com (602) 252-8497

Contact: Gary Bacal, managing director, Email: [email protected], Phone: (520) 403-2501

December

Arizona, Southern, Tombstone

Event Name: Christmas in Tombstone

Event Date: December 11 to 19, 2015 Daily

December 11 Lighting of the Courthouse Luminaries. December 12 Light Parade and Fireworks.

December 19 Santa in the Park. Check www.tombstonechamber.com for more information as the

dates draw near.

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Event Location: Historic Allen Street, Allen Street, Tombstone, Arizona 85638

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.tombstonechamber.com/Events

Company: Tombstone Chamber of Commerce

Web: www.tombstonechamber.com

Contact: Debbie Ramsey, Email: [email protected], Phone: (520) 457-9317

December

California, Los Angeles Area, Valencia

Event Name: 2nd Annual SCV Community Volunteer Luncheon

Event Date: December 3rd 2015 11:30am - 1:00pm

The Santa Clarita Valley is known for its philanthropic nature and our abundance of wonderful

community volunteers. This event celebrates and acknowledges these special individuals. For this

recognition volunteers can be from all walks, scout leaders, sports coaches, youth league volunteers &

of course the non-profit volunteers that we cannot live without. Join us as we honor these unsung

heroes in our Valley.

Event Location: Hyatt Regency Valencia, 24500 Twon Center Drive, Valencia, California 91355

Admission: 50

Full Event Information: www.scvchamber.com

Company: Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce

Web: www.scvchamber.com

Contact: Chris Donald, Email: [email protected], Phone: (661) 702-6977

December

California, San Diego County, Del Mar

Event Name: San Diego STEAM Maker Festival

Event Date: December 5, 2015 10 to 5

Part maker fair and maker movement, part local businesses and non-profits on display and a lot of

fun. Every booth is interactive, providing both entertainment and education. We bridge the gap

between school based STEAM programs and the Maker Movement; a place for makers to exchange

ideas and explore creativity.

Event Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, California 92104

Admission: $6 Adults, $4 Kids

Full Event Information: www.steammaker.org

Company: San Diego STEAM Maker Festival

Web: www.steammaker.org (858) 794-6974

Contact: Joice Truban Curry, Email: [email protected], Phone: (858) 797-6974

December

California, San Francisco Bay Area, Faifrield

Event Name: Santa's Last Stand Gift Fair

Event Date: December 12 to December 13, 2015 10 am to 5 pm

Over 100 booths including amazing handcrafted items,gourmet food and quality commercial items.

Indoors. Over 750 pardking spaces. Find the perfect gift. Kids corner; make a card for seniors and

military. Bring a canned good or unwrapped toy for local charities.

Event Location: Specialty Event Center (Former Walmart Center), 300 Chadbourne Road, Faifrield,

California 94534

Admission: Free

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Full Event Information: www.Facebook.com/BrendaMossaEvents

Company: Brenda Mossa Events

Web: www.Facebook.com/BrendaMossaEvents

Contact: Brenda Mossa, Email: [email protected], Phone: (707) 399-7195

December

California, San Francisco Bay Area, Suisun City

Event Name: Christmas at the Waterfront; a Holiday Tradition

Event Date: December 5, 2015 2 pm to 8 pm

Christmas Market; 50+ booths. Food Booths. Wine by the glass...keep the glass. Local entertainment.

Community bonfire. Santa arrives by lighted boat pardade. Lighting of the Suisun City Christmas tree.

Photo op with Santa (bring your camera). Rain or shine.

Event Location: Harbor Plaza At The Suisun City Historic Waterfront, 700 Main Street ( Main St at

Solano St), Suisun City, California 94534

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.SuisunWaterfront.com

Company: Brenda Mossa Events

Web: www.Facebook.com/BrendaMossaEvents

Contact: Brenda Mossa, Email: [email protected], Phone: (707) 399-7195

December

Connecticut, Southwest, Bridgeport

Event Name: Beer Conn

Event Date: December 12,2015

Starfish Junction Productions, producers of the award-winning Philly Craft Beer Festival and North Fork

Craft Beer BBQ and Wine Festival will be returning this year to Connecticut with BEER CONN.

Event Location: Webster Bank Arena, 600 Main St., Bridgeport, Connecticut 6604

Admission: 35

Full Event Information: http://beer-conn.com/index.html

Company: Starfish Junction Productions

Web: http://beer-conn.com/index.html

Contact: Lynda Calimano, Email: [email protected], Phone: (631) 940-7290

December

Florida, Central, Okeechobee

Event Name: Top of the Lake Christmas Festival and Parade

Event Date: December 5, 2015

Join Main Street in celebrating the holiday season. A variety of vendors with great gift items from

jewelry to arts & crafts. Announce the winner of the Holiday Window Decorating contest and the

lighted night pardade which begins at 6 PM.

Event Location: Downtown Flagler Parks, Park St., Okeechobee, Florida 34974

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.okeechobeemainstreet.org

Company: Okeechobee Main Street

Web: www.okeechobeemainstreet.org

Contact: Sharie Turgeon, Email: [email protected], Phone: (863) 357-6246

December

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Florida, Central, St. Cloud

Event Name: Breakfast with Santa

Event Date: December 12, 2015 10:00 am

Tis is a wonderful opportunity for your child to experience a vintage Christmas celebration. Enjoy

music, songs, light refreshments and a visit with Santa. Find out how Christmas was observed in long

ago times. Helpers will be dressed in vintage costumes. Your children are welcome to do so, too.

Event Location: St. Cloud Heritage Museum, 1012 Massachusetts Avenue, St. Cloud, Florida 34769

Admission: 5.00

Full Event Information: www.stcloudheritagemuseum.com/7

Company: St. Cloud Heritage Museum

Web: www.stcloudheritagemuseum.com (407) 957-7587

Contact: Olive Horning, Email: [email protected], Phone: (407) 414-2682

December

Florida, East Central, Orlando

Event Name: Avalon Aglow

Event Date: December 5, 2015

You'll feel transported to another time and place, but it all happens at Downtown Avalon Park. Join the

fun and start a tradition with your own family. Watch a Parade presided over by Santa Claus and end

the evening with the best fireworks in town.

Event Location: Downtown Avalon Park, 3651 Avalon Park Blvd. East, Orlando, Florida 32828

Admission: FREE

Full Event Information: www.AvalonPark.com

Company: Avalon Park Group

Web: www.AvalonPark.com

Contact: Stephanie Lerret, Email: [email protected], Phone: 407-658-6565

December

Florida, Southeast, Delray Beach

Event Name: Something Wonderful: The Songs of Oscar Hammerstein

Event Date: December 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 2015 2:00pm & 8:00pm

In a career that spanned almost 40 years, no single writer did more to advance and define the

American Musical than Oscar Hammerstein. Beginning as a lyricist for such Golden Age composers as

Sigmund Romberg (THE DESERT SONG) and Rudolf Friml (ROSE-MARIE), he later teamed with Jerome

Kern to write the first great Musical Drama: SHOWBOAT.

Event Location: The Delray Beach Playhouse, 950 NW 9th Street, Delray Beach, Florida 33444

Admission: 30

Full Event Information:

Company: The Delray Beach Playhouse

Web: www.delraybeachplayhouse.com

Contact: Pamela Ramsey, Email: [email protected], Phone: (561) 274-8455

December

Florida, Northwest, Tallahassee

Event Name: Market Days

Event Date: December 5 to 6, 2015 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

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Craft Fair and Trade Show that showcases works of Artisan's from throughout the Southeastern

Region of the United States.

Event Location: North Florida Fairgrounds, 441 Paul Russell Rd., Tallahassee, Florida 32301

Admission:

Full Event Information: http://tallahasseemuseum.org/calendar

Company: Tallahassee Museum

Web: www.Tallahasseemuseum.org

Contact: Amber O'Connell, Email: [email protected], Phone: (850) 575-8684

December

Florida, Southeast, Fort Lauderdale

Event Name: Allan Harris Quintet

Event Date: December 9, 2015 7:45pm

The Allan Harris Quintet performs the Centennial Celebration of the Music of Billy Strayhorn." A

favorite of South Florida jazz audiences

Event Location: Amaturo Theater/broward Center For The Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Ave., Fort

Lauderdale, Florida 33312

Admission: $45/Per person and above for single reserved seat

Full Event Information: www.goldcoastjazz.org

Company: Gold Coast Jazz Society

Web: www.goldcoastjazz.org

Contact: Pam Dearden, Exec. Director, Email: [email protected], Phone: (954) 524-0805

December

Florida, West Central, Bradenton

Event Name: Bradenton Blues Appetizer

Event Date: December 4, 2015 6 - 9PM

Free mini-concert. Bring a chair. Beverage and food are available for purchase. LAST CHANCE to BUY

BLUES FESTIVAL TICKETS AT DISCOUNT OF $30 and buy your drink and food tickets early so you don't

have to wait in line the day of the Blues Festival. Sponsor: Mojoe Productions.

Event Location: Bradenton Riverwalk Pavilion, 428 3rd Ave West, Bradenton, Florida 34205

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.realizebradenton.com/the_blues_appetizer_concert

Company: Realize Bradenton

Web: www.realizebradenton.com (941) 621-6471

Contact: Jeremy Piper, Email: [email protected], Phone: (941) 447-9494

December

Florida, West Central, Bradenton

Event Name: Bradenton Blues Festival 2015

Event Date: December 5, 2015 10AM - 8PM

The Bradenton Blues Festival, which is produced by Realize Bradenton, is an annual festival featuring

top blues musicians in Downtown Bradenton. Food, drink, and an array of vendors complement the

live music to create an amazing experience at the Riverwalk along the Manatee River. The proceeds

from the Bradenton Blues Festival support Realize Bradenton’s youth, art, and music programs that are

free to the community.

Event Location: Bradenton Riverwalk Pavilion, 428 3rd Ave West, Bradenton, Florida 34205

Admission: $30 Online, $40 Day Of At The Gate

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Full Event Information: www.realizebradenton.com/bradenton_blues_festival

Company: Realize Bradenton

Web: www.realizebradenton.com (941) 621-6471

Contact: Jeremy Piper, Email: [email protected], Phone: (941) 447-9494

December

Florida, West Central, Brooksville

Event Name: Christmas on Main Street and 41st Annual Brooksville Christmas Parade

Event Date: December 10, 2015

Start your weekend early to join the cozy atmosphere of a hometown Christmas celebration. Musical

entertainment, vendors, local businesses open, and the lighting of the official Christmas tree. Friday,

enjoy touring Hernando County; Saturday features one of the largest parades in the area, and the

arrival of Santa. Camera recommended.

Event Location: Historic Downtown Brooksville, 20 N. Main Street, Brooksville, Florida 34601

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.cityofbrooksville.us; www.kiwanisclubofbrooksville.org

Company: Hernando County Tourism Bureau

Web: www.naturallyhernando.org

Contact: Kimberly Poppke, Email: [email protected], Phone: (352) 754-4405

December

Florida, West Central, Petersburg

Event Name: Genocide and Human Rights Awareness Movement lecture

Event Date: December 16, 2015 6:30 p.m.

Wendy Lower, Ph.D., John K. Roth Professor of History and George R. Roberts Fellow, Claremont

McKenna College, presents “Hitler’s Furies: German Women in the Nazi Killing Fields.

Event Location: The Florida Holocaust Museum, St. Petersburg, Petersburg, Florida 33701

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: https://www.flholocaustmuseum.org/learn/ghram

Company: The Florida Holocaust Museum

Web: https://www.flholocaustmuseum.org (727) 820-0100

Contact: Keeley Sheehan, Email: [email protected], Phone: (727) 820-0100

December

Florida, West Central, Wesley Chapel

Event Name: Avalon Park West-Avalon Aglow

Event Date: December 12, 2015

You'll feel transported to another time and place, but it all happens at Downtown Avalon Park. Join the

fun and start a tradition with your own family. End the evening with the best fireworks in town.

Event Location: Avalon Park West, 5227 Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, Florida 33545

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.AvalonParkWest.com

Company: Avalon Park Group

Web: www.AvalonPark.com

Contact: Stephanie Lerret, Email: [email protected], Phone: (407) 658-6565

December

Georgia, Coast, Jekyll Island

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Event Name: 40th Annual New Year's Bluegrass Festival

Event Date: December 31, 2015 to January 2nd 2016 12:00 noon to 10:30 pm

Dailey Vincent, Blue Highway, Rhonda Vincent, Gibson Brothers.

Event Location: Jekyll Island Convention Center, 75 N Beachview Drive, Jekyll Island, Georgia 30533

Admission: Daily reserved $45.00 gen $40.00-3-day reserved $95.00 gen $90.00

Full Event Information: www.adamsbluegrass.com

Company: Adams Bluegrass, LLC

Web: www.adamsbluegrass.com (706) 265-0655

Contact: Norman Adams, Email: [email protected], Phone: (706) 864-7203

December

Georgia, Metro Atlanta, Carrollton

Event Name: Carroll County Community Chorus presents Christmas in Carroll County""

Event Date: December 11 to December 12, 2015

The program includes familiar Christmas Carols including ”Celebrate The Season,” “The Parade of the

Wooden Soldiers and “O Holy Night.

Event Location: Carrollton Cultural Arts Center, 251 Alabama St., Carrollton, Georgia 30117

Admission: $10 Per ticket

Full Event Information: www.cprcad.org/cultural-arts/chorus

Company: Carrollton Cultural Arts Center

Web: www.cprcad.org (770) 838-1083

Contact: Penny Lewis, Email: [email protected], Phone: (770) 838-0803

December

Georgia, Metro Atlanta, Carrollton

Event Name: Carroll County Community Theatre presents The Best Christmas Pagaent Ever""

Event Date: December 3 to December 6, 2015

In this hilarious Christmas classic, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced

with casting the Herdman kids–probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won’t believe

the mayhem – and the fun – when the Herdmans collide with the Christmas story head on.

Event Location: Carrollton Cultual Arts Center, 251 Alabama St., Carrollton, Georgia 30117

Admission: $10 Per ticket

Full Event Information: www.cprcad.org/cultural-arts/ccct-productions

Company: Carrollton Cultural Arts Center

Web: www.cprcad.org (770) 838-1083

Contact: Penny Lewis, Email: [email protected], Phone: (770) 838-0803

December

Illinois, Chicagoland, Geneva

Event Name: Christmas Walk & House Tour

Event Date: December 4, 2015 All day

The festivities begin with the arrival of Santa Lucia, the first candy cane of the season, and Santa

lighting the great tree – and continue with roasted chestnuts, strolling carolers, a live nativity and free

carriage rides on Saturday and Sunday.

Event Location: Old Courthouse, South Third Street, Geneva, Illinois 60134

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.geneva.il.us/events

Company: City of Geneva

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Web: www.geneva.il.us/events (630) 232-7449

Contact: Jamie Heflin, Email: [email protected], Phone: (630) 938-4555

December

Illinois, Chicagoland, Geneva

Event Name: Geneva Christmas Walk

Event Date: December 4, 2015 6 - 10 pm

On Friday evening Santa Lucia arrives and Santa makes his Geneva debut brought by horse-drawn

carriage to open his Gingerbread House. Enjoy carolers, the Great Tree lighting, roasted chestnuts,

Swedish cookies, an old-fashioned candy cane pull, and holiday shopping.

Event Location: , Third street, Geneva, Illinois 60134

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.genevachamber.com/christmas_walk.php

Company: Geneva Chamber of Commerce

Web: www.genevachamber.com

Contact: Laura Rush, Email: [email protected], Phone: (630) 232-6060

December

Illinois, Chicagoland, Geneva

Event Name: Geneva House Tour

Event Date: December 4 to 5, 2015 11 am - 8 pm; 11 am - 5 pm

Event Location: , Around Geneva, Geneva, Illinois 60134

Admission: $30 For house tour ticket

Full Event Information: www.genevachamber.com/christmas_walk.php

Company: Geneva Chamber of Commerce

Web: www.genevachamber.com

Contact: Laura Rush, Email: [email protected], Phone: (630) 232-6060

December

Indiana, Central, Carmel

Event Name: Armed Lady

Event Date: December 23, 2015 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Join us on the fourth Wednesday of each month for a one-hour program followed by one hour of

insturctional shooting. Please know that this an intimidation-free club, open to all women at all levels,

from those who have never shot through those who are shooting pros. Just join us, learn and have

fun.

Event Location: Point Blank Range & Gun Shop, 1250 City Center Drive, Carmel, Indiana 46032

Admission: 10

Full Event Information: www.hideandcarry.com/event/armed-lady-carmel-in-chapter-7

Company: Hide & Carry LLC

Web: www.hideandcarry.com

Contact: Lisa Pierce, Email: [email protected], Phone: (317) 817-0321

December

Indiana, Eastern, Muncie

Event Name: Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer

Event Date: December 10, 2015

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Rudolph and his friends are soaring off the screen and onto the stage this Holiday season in a

spectacle-filled musical featuring all of your favorite characters and classic Johnny Marks songs. From

fleeing the Abominable Snow Monster™ to saving Christmas, join Rudolph® and his friends, Clarice™,

Hermey the Elf™ and Yukon Cornelius™ as their adventures teach us that what makes you different

can be what makes you special.

Event Location: Emens Auditorium, 1800 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, Indiana 47306

Admission: $35/$32/$28/$25

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Company: Emens Auditorium, Ball State University

Web: www.bsu.edu/emens (765) 285-1539

Contact: Kristi Chambers, Email: [email protected], Phone: (765) 285-1544

December

Kansas, North Central, Manhattan

Event Name: Little Apple Drop New Year's celebration

Event Date: December 31, 2015 8 p.m.

Moro Street in Aggieville comes alive in holiday celebration for the New Year's Eve countdown and

Little Apple Drop. A raucous crowd will gather to ring in the new year and listen to party music in the

streets of Aggieville USA.

Event Location: Aggieville, 700 N. Manhattan Ave., Manhattan, Kansas 66502

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.aggieville.org

Company: Manhattan KS Convention & Visitors Bureau

Web: www.VisitManhattanKS.org

Contact: Michael Goens, Email: [email protected], Phone: (800) 759-0134

December

Kansas, Northeast, Leavenworth

Event Name: Annual Candlelight Vintage Homes Tour

Event Date: December 13, 2015 1pm-7pm

Popular tour of historic homes of Leavenworth organized by the Leavenworth Vintage Homes Society

in cooperation with the Leavenworth County Historical Society. Tour headquarters is the Carroll

Mansion Museum, 1128 Fifth Ave., in Leavenworth, KS, the First City of Kansas. Featured homes are

listed on the Society website, along with ticket information. Not all homes are handicap accessible.

Event Location: , 1128 Fifth Ave., Leavenworth, Kansas 66048

Admission: See Website

Full Event Information: www.leavenworthhistory.org

Company: Leavenworth County Historical Society at the Carroll Mansion Museum

Web: www.leavenworthhistory.org

Contact: Beverly, Email: [email protected], Phone: (913) 682-7759

December

Maryland, Central, Baltimore

Event Name: Brewmore

Event Date: December 5th 2015 Session 1: 11AM - 3PM; Session 2: 4PM - 7PM; 8PM - 11PM

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B-MORE’s BREWING UP A WINTER TASTING EXPERIENCE. Join us on Saturday, December 5th for a

Winter Craft Beer Tasting. Over 50+ Beers will be poured, including some rare and unique selections.

Admission includes ALL YOU CARE TO TASTE beer in a souvenir tasting glass and light food creations.

Event Location: 1840's Ballroom, 29 South Front Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202

Admission: 49

Full Event Information: http://bmorebeer.com

Company: Brewmore

Web: http://triggeragency.com (800) 830-3976

Contact: Emily Connell, Email: [email protected], Phone: (800) 830-3976

December

Michigan, Northwest, Bellaire

Event Name: 6th Annual Light Up the Night & Soup Cook Off

Event Date: December 5, 2015 12 pm - 7 pm

Families and children welcome Santa’s arrival in a spectacular “Parade of Lights,” and local restaurants

compete in the annual “Soup Cook-Off.” Free Movie Matinee, Kids Ornament Making at Village Hall,

Soup Cook-Off, Santa & Mrs. Claus arrive in the Parade of Lights,” Tree Lighting, Caroling and

Community Sing-A-Longs.

Event Location: , Downtown Bellaire, Bellaire, Michigan 49615

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.bellairechamber.com/light-up-the-night-70

Company: Bellaire Chamber of Commerce

Web: www.bellairechamber.org

Contact: Rachel or Patti, Email: [email protected], Phone: (231) 533-6023

December

Michigan, Northwest, Charlevoix

Event Name: Charlevoix Merchant Open House

Event Date: December 5, 2015 10 to 6

Charlevoix merchants invite you to enjoy refreshments, drawings, sales, giveaways and more during

the Holiday Open House. Activities include a hot cocoa contest, free holiday movie, a visit from Santa

and more.

Event Location: Downtown Charlevoix, 109 Mason St, Charlevoix, Michigan 49720

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: http://business.charlevoix.org/events/details/holiday-merchant-open-house-

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Company: Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce

Web: www.charlevoix.org

Contact: Shelly Ferguson, Email: [email protected], Phone: (231) 547-2101

December

Michigan, Southwest, Coopersville

Event Name: Christmas Fair with Mrs. Claus

Event Date: December 12, 2015 10am - 2pm

Children may decorate cookies and visit with Mrs. Claus (Santa will be busy riding the train at

Coopersville and Marne Railway) while adults enjoy the craft and vendor show and all the wonderful

museum exhibits. Free Admission, raffles, and crafts.

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Event Location: Coopersville Farm Museum And Event Center, 375 Main Street, Coopersville, Michigan

49404

Admission: Free

Full Event Information:

www.coopersvillefarmmuseum.org/eventsexhibits/christmasincoopersville.html

Company: Coopersville Farm Museum and Event Center

Web: www.coopersvillefarmmuseum.org

Contact: Lee Ann Sargent, Email: [email protected], Phone: (616) 997-8555

December

Minnesota, Southern, Austin

Event Name: Merry TubaChristmas Concert

Event Date: December 5, 2015 2:30 AM

Enjoy this festive annual event featuring tubas, sousaphones, euphoniums and basses playing favorite

holiday classics to open the holiday season. All players of these instruments are invited to participate -

registration begins at 10 pm, followed by rehearsal and lunch, then the free concert. For more

information, call 507-437-4563.

Event Location: , TBD, Austin, Minnesota 55912

Admission: Free admission

Full Event Information: www.austincvb.com

Company: Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau

Web: www.austincvb.com

Contact: Nancy Schnable, Email: [email protected], Phone: (507) 437-4563

December

Montana, Glacier Country, Pablo

Event Name: Annual Bazaar & Crafts Sale

Event Date: December 5, 2015 9am-3pm

Crafts of all sorts will be available for your purchase for the coming holidays. From native beadwork,

crafts, food, jewlery, art and more. A great place to shop.

Event Location: Education Room At The Center, Pablo, Pablo, Montata 59855

Admission: Free to the public

Full Event Information: Vendors call to reserve space-fee applies

Company: The People's Center Tribal Museum & Gift Shop

Web: www.peoplescenter.org

Contact: Marie Torosian, Email: [email protected], Phone: (406) 675-0160

December

Nebraska, Panhandle, North Platte

Event Name: Christmas in Cody Park

Event Date: December 3 to 30

Create memories with your family at Santa’s Workshop in North Platte’s Cody Park throughout

December 2014.

Event Location: Cody Park, 1601 N Jeffers St, North Platte, Nebraska 69101

Admission:

Full Event Information: http://visitnorthplatte.com/events/christmas-in-cody-pardk

Company: North Platte/Lincoln County Visitors Bureau

Web: www.visitnorthpatte.com

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Contact: Kiersten Kiene, Email: [email protected], Phone: (800) 955-4528

December

Nebraska, Panhandle, North Platte

Event Name: Christmas at the Cody’s

Event Date:

Col. William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody and his wife Louisa loved to entertain for the holidays in their

beautiful mansion. Today their hometown of North Platte, Nebraska keeps that tradition alive with

Christmas at the Cody’s. Each year, on the four days before Christmas Eve, townsfolk gather to

decorate each room of the mansion, the outbuildings and grounds and the huge barn that was a

staging point for the famed Wild West Show with thousands of lights for the Christmas season.

Event Location: , 2921 Scouts Rest Ranch Rd, North Platte, Nebraska 69101

Admission:

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Company: North Platte/Lincoln County Visitors Bureau

Web: www.visitnorthpatte.com

Contact: Kiersten Kiene, Email: [email protected], Phone: (800) 955-4528

December

New Hampshire, Seacoast, Portsmouth

Event Name: 36th Annual Candlelight Stroll

Event Date: December 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 2015 Saturdays 5-9 pm; Sundays 4-8 pm

Showcasing 350 years of seasonal and holiday traditions against the backdrop o f the Museum’s

furnished historic houses. Visitors stroll from house to historic house, greeted by costumed role

players and performers who recreate the traditions of times past, rediscovering the joys of simpler

times.

Event Location: Strawbery Banke Museum, 14 Hancock Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire 3801

Admission:

Full Event Information:

Company: Strawbery Banke Museum

Web: www.strawberybanke.org (603) 433-1100

Contact: Stephanie Seacord, Email: [email protected], Phone: (603) 433-1102

December

New Hampshire, Seacoast, Somersworth

Event Name: Holiday Craft Fair

Event Date: December 5, 2015

Some of the largest craft fairs in the area. Each features over 150 of the best crafters in New England.

Park your car and shop in the High School where you will be able to shop from our talented crafters to

your heart’s content.Open 9AM to 3PM.

Event Location: Somersworth High School, 8 Memorial Drive, Somersworth, New Hampshire 3878

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.nhfestivals.org

Company: Somersworth Festival Association

Web: www.nhfestivals.org

Contact: Sue Gregoire, Email: [email protected], Phone: (603) 692-5869

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New Jersey, Atlantic City, Mays Landing

Event Name: Dicken's of a Holiday

Event Date: December 5, 2015

Jump start the season with a visit to SANTA. Try the snowball toss for charity. Enjoy the sounds of the

holidays. Browse the crafters for your holiday gifts.

Event Location: Memorial Park, Main Street at Route #50, Mays Landing, New Jersey 8330

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.mayslandingmerchants.com

Company: Mays Landing Merchants Assn.

Web: www.mayslandingmerchants.com

Contact: Arlene Blosch, Email: [email protected], Phone: (609) 625-1800

December

New Jersey, Coast, Point Pleasant Beach

Event Name: Behind the Scenes Tour

Event Date: December 5, 2015

9:30-11:00am : Discover what goes on behind the scenes at our aquarium while you tour the building

from top to bottom. Pre-registration and sneakers are required. Ages 5 & up only.

Event Location: Jenkinson's Aquarium, 300 Ocean Ave., Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey 8742

Admission: Adults $15, children $10

Full Event Information: www.jenkinsons.com/aquarium

Company: Jenkinson's Aquarium

Web: www.jenkinsons.com/aquarium

Contact: Katie Canady, Email: [email protected], Phone: (732) 899-1659

December

New Jersey, Delaware River, Camden

Event Name: New Year's Eve Splash

Event Date: December 31, 2015 10AM to 5PM

A New Year's celebration that's fun for the whole family. Enjoy fireworks on the Delaware River,

Countdown to a Dance Party Extravaganza with Gill the Aquarium's mascot, special animal up-close

experiences, touch exhibits and more.

Event Location: Adventure Aquarium, 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, New Jersey 8103

Admission: Free With Admission

Full Event Information: www.adventureaquarium.com/What-to-do-in-new- jersey/Aquarium-events

Company: Adventure Aquarium

Web: www.adventureaquarium.com (856) 365-3300

Contact: Deanna Sabec, Email: [email protected], Phone: (856) 365-3300

December

New Jersey, Seacoast, Pt. Plesant Beach

Event Name: Junior Keepers

Event Date: December 28, 2015

8:00am-1:00pm : This program provides students ages 10-16 with the opportunity to experience the

aquarium from an employee's point of view. Pre- registration and sneakers are required.

Event Location: Jenkinson's Aquarium, 300 Ocean Ave., Pt. Plesant Beach, New Jersey 8742

Admission: $80 Per child

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Full Event Information: www.jenkinsons.com/aquarium

Company: Jenkinson's Aquarium

Web: www.jenkinsons.com/aquarium

Contact: Katie Canady, Email: [email protected], Phone: (732) 899-1659

December

New Jersey, Skylands, Wayne

Event Name: Holiday Craft Show

Event Date: December 13, 2015

This show comes just in time to finish up your holiday shopping for that unique gift among the over

100 exhibitors with arts & crafts. Their booths will be bursting with all types of items. There is a food

cafe. Held from 10 to 5.

Event Location: Wayne Valley High School Gym, 551 Valley Road, Wayne, New Jersey 7470

Admission: 3

Full Event Information: www.pjspromotions.com

Company: P.J.'s Promotions

Web: www.pjspromotions.com

Contact: Pat Tita, Email: [email protected], Phone: (201) 666-1340

December

New York, Finger Lakes, Rochester

Event Name: Cirqu-tacular Entertainment's holiday show: Snowkus Pocus

Event Date: December 19, 2015

Magic and spectacle abound in a whimsical world where cirque meets ballet for snow-y, blow-y family

fun for ages 4 to 104.

Event Location: Nazareth College Arts Center, 4245 East Avenue, Rochester, New York 14618

Admission: Tickets start at $20

Full Event Information: http://artscenter.naz.edu/2015-2016-season/all- performances/cirque-

holiday-show-snowkus-pocus

Company: Nazareth College Arts Center

Web: www.artscenter.naz.edu (585) 389-2170

Contact: Mare Millow, Email: [email protected], Phone: (585) 389-2093

December

New York, Finger Lakes, Rochester

Event Name: The Capitol Steps

Event Date: December 31, 2015

A New Year’s Eve tradition of hilarious, irreverent, and bi-partisan politically based satire ripped from

current headlines.

Event Location: Nazareth College Arts Center, 4245 East Avenue, Rochester, New York 14618

Admission: Tickets start at $45

Full Event Information: http://artscenter.naz.edu/2015-2016-season/all- performances/the-capitol-

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Company: Nazareth College Arts Center

Web: www.artscenter.naz.edu (585) 389-2170

Contact: Mare Millow, Email: [email protected], Phone: (585) 389-2093

December

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New York, New York City, New York City

Event Name: Music Before 1800: Juilliard415 and the Choir of Corpus Christi Church

Event Date: December 13, 2015 4:00 PM

The orchestra, soloists, and choir, conducted by Richard Egarr and Louise Basbas, usher in the holiday

season with a program of favorites. The highlight is J.S. Bach’s Magnificat—along with his Orchestral

Suite No.3, and his motet, Lobet den Herrn. The performance also includes Corelli’s jubilant Christmas

Concerto.

Event Location: Corpus Christi Church, 529 West 121st Street, New York City, New York 10027

Admission: $20-45

Full Event Information: http://mb1800.org/concert/juilliard415-and-the-choir-of-corpus-christi-church

Company: Unfinished Side Productions

Web: www.unfinishedside.com

Contact: Stuart Wolferman, Email: [email protected], Phone: (718) 938-7679

December

North Carolina, Warrenton

Event Name: Prelude to Christmas

Event Date: December 12, 2015 4 PM to 8 PM

Holiday activities and refreshments, lighting of the Courthouse Christmas Tree and visits with Santa

after the pardade.

Event Location: Historic Courthouse Square, 109 S Main Street, Warrenton, North Carolina 27589

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.warrenton.nc.gov/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC=50A161D4-6185-47D3-

A562-A13375062038

Company: Economic Development Commission

Web: www.warrencounty.com

Contact: Peggy Richardson, Email: [email protected], Phone: (252) 257-3114

December

North Carolina, Warrenton

Event Name: Cherry Hill Christmas Concert

Event Date: December 20, 2015 3:00 PM

The Oakwood Waits perform a cappella Christmas songs in antebellum costume. Enjoy the spirit of

the season in an 1858 plantation home, listed in the National Register. Cherry Hill Plantation is located

at the intersection of NC 58 and Rabbit Bottom Rd, in the Inez Community.

Event Location: Cherry Hill Plantation, 2740 NC 58, Warrenton, North Carolina 27589

Admission: Free (donations accepted)

Full Event Information: www.cherryhillconcerts.com

Company: Economic Development Commission

Web: www.warrencounty.com

Contact: Peggy Richardson, Email: [email protected], Phone: (252) 257-3114

December

North Carolina, Coast, Beaufort

Event Name: Crystal Coast Christmas Flotilla

Event Date: December 5, 2015 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

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The Crystal Coast Christmas Flotilla features boats, yachts, oars, kayaks and commercial vessels

decorated for the season. The decorated boats can be seen at 5:30 p.m., on the Morehead City

waterfront and at 6:15 p.m., on the Beaufort waterfront.

Event Location: Beaufort Waterfront, 218 Front Street, Beaufort, North Carolina 28516

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: https://www.crystalcoastnc.org/region/all/events

Company: Crystal Coast Tourism Authority

Web: www.crystalcoastnc.org (252) 726-8148

Contact: Carol Lohr (Executive Director), Email: [email protected], Phone: (252) 726-8148

December

North Carolina, Coast, Harkers Island

Event Name: Core Sound Waterfowl Weekend

Event Date: December 4 to 6, 2015 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

This celebration held the first weekend in December boasts local waterfowl art, music, seafood,

museum exhibits and more. It also includes educational displays, competitions, arts & crafts,

community boat building and a fellowship service on Sunday morning.

Event Location: Core Sound Waterfowl Museum, 1785 Harkers Island Road, Harkers Island, North

Carolina 28531

Admission: Some events are free

Full Event Information: https://www.crystalcoastnc.org/region/all/events

Company: Crystal Coast Tourism Authority

Web: www.crystalcoastnc.org (252) 726-8148

Contact: Carol Lohr (Executive Director), Email: [email protected], Phone: (252) 726-8148

December

North Carolina, Coast, Morehead City

Event Name: Crystal Coast Countdown

Event Date: December 31, 2015 to Jan 2, 2016 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

The Crystal Coast Christmas Flotilla features boats, yachts, oars, kayaks and commercial vessels

decorated for the season. The decorated boats can be seen at 5:30 p.m., on the Morehead City

waterfront and at 6:15 p.m., on the Beaufort waterfront.

Event Location: Katherine Davis Park, 601 Arendell Street, Morehead City, North Carolina 28557

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: https://www.crystalcoastnc.org/region/all/events

Company: Crystal Coast Tourism Authority

Web: www.crystalcoastnc.org (252) 726-8148

Contact: Carol Lohr (Executive Director), Email: [email protected], Phone: (252) 726-8148

December

Ohio, Central, Sunbury

Event Name: Christmas on the Square

Event Date: December 5, 2015 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Join us for a wonderful & festive evening with activities including a Light-up Christmas Parade, Town

Christmas Tree Lighting, Christmas Carolers, Business Open House, Arts & Crafts Fair, Cooking making

and pictures with Santa, Ice Sculpting Competition, Live Nativity, Hot Cocoa and sweet treats, and

much more.

Event Location: Sunbury's Historic Square, 50 West Cherry Street, Sunbury, Ohio 43074

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Admission: Free

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christmas- on-the-square-662

Company: Sunbury/Big Walnut Area Chamber of Commerce

Web: www.sunburybigwalnutchamber.com

Contact: Deb Jackson or Meg Howard, Email: [email protected], Phone: (740) 965-

2860

December

Ohio, Northeast, North Canton

Event Name: Christmas Caroling on Horse-Drawn Wagon

Event Date: December 6, 2015 1-4p

Begin a new Christmas family tradition caroling on horse-drawn wagon through Walsh University's

Hoover Park. Free hot chocolate and Christmas cookies. Visit with Santa and enjoy holiday décor in

Hoover family home, take photos, listen to musician providing holiday melodies.Ladies in vintage

attire bake cookies in old-fashioned stove.

Event Location: Hoover Historical Center, 1875 East Maple St, North Canton, Ohio 44720-3331

Admission: $3.00 Per person

Full Event Information: www.walsh.edu/hoover-historical-center

Company: Hoover Historical Center

Web: www.walsh.edu/hoover-historical-center (330) 490-7435

Contact: Ann Haines, Email: [email protected], Phone: (330) 244-4667

December

Ohio, Northeast, North Canton

Event Name: Christmas on Hoover Farm

Event Date: December 6, 2015 1-4p

Holiday trees decorated and gingerbread houses in each display room and foyer in Hoover family

home.Musician provides holiday selections.Bring camera or phone for family photos with Santa. Free

gingerbread house and t-shirt raffles. Ladies in vintage attire bake cookies in old-fashioned

stove.Refreshments served. Tickets available for purchase to Christmas carol through Hoover Park on

horse-drawn wagon.

Event Location: Hoover Historical Center, 1875 East Maple St, North Canton, Ohio 44720-3331

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.walsh.edu/hoover-historical-center

Company: Hoover Historical Center

Web: www.walsh.edu/hoover-historical-center (330) 490-7435

Contact: Ann Haines, Email: [email protected], Phone: (330) 244-4667

December

Ohio, Northeast, Wooster

Event Name: Music on Market ~ Burning River Brass

Event Date: December 19, 2015, 7pm

1:30 pm. Since 1996, Burning River Brass has been dazzling audiences from Alaska to Taiwan with

power and virtuosity, harmonious blend, and consistently stirring performances. Composed of twelve

of the finest brass and percussion players in the country, Burning River Brass is an ensemble on fire.

Event Location: Wooster United Methodist Church, 243 N. Market Street, Wooster, Ohio 44691

Admission: Free-will offering

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Company: Music on Market

Web: (330) 262-5641

Contact: Nancy Franck, Email: [email protected], Phone: (330) 601-3076

December

Oklahoma, Northeast, Bixby

Event Name: 30th Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Show

Event Date: December 5, 2015 9am -4pm

70 booths with a variety of hand made and home made items. Three booth sizes are available for the

show. There will be fabric, glassware, jewelry, woodworked items, plus more.

Event Location: Bixby Community Center, 211 N. Cabaniss, Bixby, Okla 74008

Admission: Free

Full Event Information:

Company: Bixby Community Center

Web: No web site

Contact: Beau Bentley, Celia Wetherill, Email: [email protected], Phone: (918) 366-4841

December

Oregon, Coast, Newport

Event Name: Holiday House

Event Date: December 4 to 6, 2015 Fri-Sat 9 am to 6 pm and Sun 10 am to 3 pm

Holiday House is a gathering of quality handcrafted gifts with something for everyone, home décor

items, and baked goods created by Oregon craftspeople. All crafts are juried prior to the sale. Many of

our customers have returned year after year to find a new treasured item or gift.

Event Location: Yaquina Bay Yacht Club, 750 SE Bay Blvd, Newport, Oregon 97365

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: https://facebook.com/HolidayHouseNewport

Company: Holiday House

Web: https://facebook.com/HolidayHouseNewport

Contact: Patty Johnson, Email: [email protected], Phone: (503) 587-8752

December

Pennsylvania, Laurel Highlands, Ebensburg

Event Name: 10th Annual Dickens of a Christmas

Event Date: December 4 to 6, 2015

Enjoy vendors and crafters hawking Christmas wares, wassailing in quaint neighborhoods, ice carving,

antique shopping, a fashion show, model railroad, a Christmas Parade, children's events, a strings

concert, sleigh and carriage rides, Victorian teas, and a holiday production by Cresson Lake Playhouse.

Event Location: Downtown Ebensburg, , Ebensburg, Pennsylvania 15931

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.ebensburgdickens.com

Company: Ebensburg Main Street Partnership

Web: www.ebensburgmainstreet.com

Contact: Danea Koss, Email: [email protected], Phone: (814) 472-8414

December

Pennsylvania, Lehigh Valley,, Schwenksville

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Event Name: Victorian Christmas Open House

Event Date: December 12, 2015 2 pm to 8 pm

Have a true Victorian Christmas experience: a bell choir serenading you on the mansion porch, meet

our Victorian Santa Claus, see living historians portraying family and friends inside, discover how to

make clear toy candy, a Victorian favorite here in Pennsylvania and more. Museum stocked with great

vintage inspired gifts, toys, decorations, and holiday sweets.

Event Location: Pennypacker Mills, 5 Haldeman Road, Schwenksville, Pennsylvania 19473

Admission: Free, suggested donation $2 per person.

Full Event Information: www.montcopa.org/pennypackermills

Company: Pennypacker Mills

Web: www.montcopa.org/pennypackermills

Contact: Linda Callegari, Email: [email protected], Phone: (610) 287-9349

December

Pennsylvania, Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia, Alburtis

Event Name: Alburtis Lockridge Historical Society Winter Holiday Open House

Event Date: December 5 and 6, 2015 10:30 am to 4:30 pm each day

Join the Alburtis Lockridge Historical Society on December 6th and 7th for their Holiday Open House.

Doors open at 10:30 am, close at 4:30 pm. Come visit us and browse through our displays and

artifacts. Light refreshments will be served. The event is free, donations are greatly appreciated. On

December 6th and 7th, The Society will host our winter Open House. On December 7th help celebrate

winter with the Alburtis Holiday Festival.

Event Location: Alburtis Lockridge Historical Society Headquarters, 407 Franklin Street, Alburtis,

Pennsylvania 18011

Admission: Free - donations accepted

Full Event Information: www.alhs18011.org

Company: Alburtis Lockridge Historical Society

Web: www.alhs18011.org

Contact: Kevin Shoemaker, Email: [email protected], Phone: (484) 366-9987

December

Pennsylvania, Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia

Event Name: Upstairs Downstairs

Event Date: December 4, 2015 7 p.m.

Enjoy a docent-led tour focusing on the challenges and enjoyments of Victorian women across all

socio-economic levels. Downstairs tour conducted by Victorian maid; Upstairs, the lady of the house

will guide the tour. Champagne reception is included. Reservations are required.

Event Location: Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion, 200 West Tulpehocken Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

19144

Admission: 20

Full Event Information: http://ebenezermaxwellmansion.org/upstairsdownstairs

Company: Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion

Web: http://ebenezermaxwellmansion.org

Contact: Diane Richardson, Email: [email protected], Phone: (215) 438-1861

December

Pennsylvania, Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia

Event Name: An Evening with Charles Dickens

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Event Date: December 12, 2015 7 p.m.

Before Ebenezer Scrooge, there was Gabriel Grubb. Before Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas, there

were the Goblins. Come hear Dickens’ original tale of Christmas, “The Story of the Goblins Who Stole a

Sexton”, by Philadelphia’s Dickens Ambassador, Edward G. Pettit. Enjoy a special Dickensian toast amid

magnificent Victorian decorations.

Event Location: Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion, 200 West Tulpehocken Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

19144

Admission: 30

Full Event Information: http://ebenezermaxwellmansion.org/dickens

Company: Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion

Web: http://ebenezermaxwellmansion.org

Contact: Diane Richardson, Email: [email protected], Phone: (215) 438-1861

December

Pennsylvania, Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia

Event Name: Dickens Christmas Party

Event Date: December 12, 2015 1 to 5 p.m.

Visit the Mansion decorated in holiday splendor for Josh Hitchens’ one-man performance of “A

Christmas Carol” as well as readings from Louisa May Alcott and the Ghost of Christmas Present. NEW

for 2015: Victorian Carolers and Santa Claus. Reservations are required.

Event Location: Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion, 200 West Tulpehocken Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

19144

Admission: 20

Full Event Information: http://ebenezermaxwellmansion.org/dickens

Company: Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion

Web: http://ebenezermaxwellmansion.org

Contact: Diane Richardson, Email: [email protected], Phone: (215) 438-1861

December

Pennsylvania, Lehigh Valley, Phoenixville

Event Name: Valley Forge Beer Festival

Event Date: December 5, 2015

The producers of the award-winning Philly Craft Beer Festival and Pour the Core: Hard Cider Festival

return to the Philadelphia area with the Valley Forge Beer & Cider Festival being held on Saturday,

December 5, 2015 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Cente in Oaks, PA.

Event Location: Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Phoenixville, Pennsylvania 19460

Admission: 40

Full Event Information: http://valleyforgebeerfest.com/index.html

Company: Starfish Junction Productions

Web: http://valleyforgebeerfest.com/index.html

Contact: Lynda Calimano, Email: [email protected], Phone: (631) 940-7290

December

Tennessee, Central, Clinton

Event Name: Christmas in Old Appalachia

Event Date: December 5 to 24, 2015

During the month of December, the Museum and its village will be adorned for the holidays with

simple gifts and decorations typical of early Appalachian life. Special exhibits will honor the quiet

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beauty of Christmas in pioneer days, and guests will enjoy the old-fashioned atmosphere and warmth

of the season.

Event Location: Museum Of Appalachia, 2819 Andersonville Hwy, Clinton, Tennessee 37716

Admission: Admission charged; free for members

Full Event Information: www.museumofappalachia.org

Company: Museum of Appalachia

Web: www.museumofappalachia.org

Contact: Jane Kirk or Kate Campbell, Email: [email protected], Phone: (865) 494-

7680

December

Texas, Gulf Coast, Friendswood

Event Name: Mary Queen Christmas Bazaar

Event Date: December 4 to 5, 2015 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

A wonderful way to get into the Christmas spirit. Stroll through our sixty juried vendors displaying

handcrafted unique gifts, crafts, jewelry and gourmet food items and enjoy a delicious luncheon

served from 11 am-2pm served in three areas.

Event Location: , Hwy 518 & Stonesthrow St., Friendswood, Texas 77546

Admission: Gifts

Full Event Information:

Company: Mary Queen Catholic Church

Web: www.maryqueenchurch.org

Contact: Alice Malek, Email: [email protected], Phone: (281) 482-1391

December

Texas, Gulf Coast, Pasadena

Event Name: Pasadena Chamber of Commerce 75th Anniversary Gala

Event Date: December 3, 2015 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Do you have any ties to Pasadena? If so, you will not want to miss our walk down memory lane. Attend

our 75th Anniversary Gala and you just might see some folks you know and you just might hear about

things you were involved in during any time spent in Pasadena, Texas.

Event Location: Pasadena Convention Center, 7902 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, Texas 77507

Admission: Call for ticket information: 281-487-7871

Full Event Information:

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Company: Pasadena Chamber of Commerce

Web: www.pasadenachamber.org

Contact: Cristina Womack, President/CEO, Email: [email protected], Phone: (281) 487-

7871

December

Texas, Hill Country, Brownwood

Event Name: Christmas Extravaganza

Event Date: December 11-13, 2015 7:30 PM

A festive combination of singing, dancing, skits with all the holiday songs you love to hear. A live

orchestra along with some of the best music you have ever heard.

Event Location: Brownwood Lyric's Theatre, 318 Center Avenue, Brownwood, Texas 76801

Admission: Floor seating - $12, balcony seating - $8

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Full Event Information: www.brownwoodlyrictheatre.com

Company: Brownwood Lyric's Theatre

Web: www.brownwoodlyrictheatre.com

Contact: Eric Evans, Email: [email protected], Phone: (325) 998-2801

December

Texas, Hill Country, Midland

Event Name: Sounds of the Season

Event Date: December 5, 2015 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM

Rose Sawvel, soprano. Celebrate the holidays with our Symphony Orchestra, joined by the Symphony

Chorale, Voices of the Permian Basin, Lone Star Brass, Permian Basin String Quartet, West Texas

Winds and featuring soprano Rose Sawvel.

Event Location: Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, , Midland, Texas 79707

Admission: Rose sawvel, soprano. celebrate the holidays with our symphony orchestra, joined by the

symphony chorale, voices of the permian basin, lone star brass, permian basin string quartet

Full Event Information: www.mosc.org/concerts/sounds-of-the-season.html

Company: Midland-Odessa Symphony & Chorale

Web: www.MOSC.org

Contact: Crystal Calcote, Email: [email protected], Phone: (432) 563-0921

December

Texas, Hill Country, Temple

Event Name: Holiday Concert Home for the Holidays""

Event Date: December 5, 2015 7:30 PM

Baritone David Small and Soprano Priscilla Santana and the Temple Symphony Orchestra will present

a selection of holiday music.

Event Location: Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center, 2600 South 1st Street, Temple, Texas

76504

Admission: Adults $20, students $5

Full Event Information: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=54720

Company: Temple Symphony Orchestra

Web: www.TempleSymphony.org (254) 778-6683

Contact: Jan Salzman, Email: [email protected], Phone: (254) 913-8276

December

Texas, Panhandle Plains, San Angelo

Event Name: Christmas at Old Fort Concho

Event Date: December 4 to 6, 2015 Fri 3-8, Sat 10-7, Sun 11-4

Christmas at Old Fort Concho is one of the largest holiday events in the state. Enjoy shopping, music,

living history, entertainment, children's areas, merchants, artisans, military demonstrations, and

children’s classes all on the grounds of Fort Concho National Historic Landmark. Be a part of this

wonderful fun-filled family event.

Event Location: Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 South Oakes, San Angelo, Texas 76903

Admission: Varied

Full Event Information: www.fortconcho.com

Company: Fort Concho National Historic Landmark

Web: www.fortconcho.com (325) 481-2646

Contact: Carol Cummings, Email: [email protected], Phone: (325) 657-4441

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Texas, Prairies and Lakes, Flower Mound

Event Name: The Lewisville Lake Symphony's International Chamber Series Presents Opera

Event Date: December 29, 2015 7:30 PM

Suehyun Ko, soprano, and Hyunwoo Cho, tenor, will sing arias and duets from beloved operas

accompanied by Ah Young Kim, piano, in this second International Chamber Series Concert presented

in conjunction with the College of Music at the University of North Texas.

Event Location: Trinity Presbyterian Church, 5500 Morriss Road, Flower Mound, Texas 75028

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.lewisvillesymphony.org

Company: Lewisville Lake Symphony

Web: www.lewisvillesymphony.org (972) 874-9087

Contact: Diane Busche, Email: [email protected], Phone: (972) 839-4548

December

Texas, Prairies and Lakes, Grapevine

Event Name: Dallas Christmas Bead & Jewelry Show

Event Date: December 4, 5, & 6, 2015

AKS Gem Shows is a bead & jewelry show open to the public featuring jewelry, beads, beading

supplies, pearls, findings, classes, and more. Show hours are 10 till 6 Fri & Sat, 10 till 4 Sunday.

Event Location: Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 S Main Street, Grapevine, Texas 76051

Admission: $5 For the weekend

Full Event Information: www.aksshow.com

Company: AKS Gem Shows

Web: www.aksshow.com

Contact: Bill Clift, Email: [email protected], Phone: (504) 265-8830

December

Texas, Prairies and Lakes, Mineola

Event Name: Christmas Bazaar

Event Date: December 5, 2015

This is a free event and everyone is welcome to attend. There will be free coffee, hot chocolate and

cookies for all that come by to browse. There will also be hand made crafts, baked goods and fine art

for sale for those last minute Christmas gifts.

Event Location: Mineola League Of The Arts, 200 W Blair, Mineola, Texas 75773

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.mlota.org

Company: Mineola League of the Arts

Web: www.mlota.org

Contact: Sharon Robertson, Email: [email protected], Phone: (903) 569-8877

December

Vermont, Southern, Brattleboro

Event Name: Vermont Jazz Center's Annual Big Band Gala: Tribute to Terry Gibbs' Dream Band

with Guest Vibraphonist Richard Greenblatt

Event Date: December 4, 2015 8:00 PM

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Put on your dancing shoes for this annual celebration to raise money for the VJC’s scholarship fund.

High-energy swing with challenging arrangements from (arguably) one of the best big bands to feature

vibraphone.

Event Location: Vermont Jazz Center, 72 Cotton Mill Hill, Brattleboro, Vermont 5301

Admission: $25- $50 General Admission

Full Event Information: www.vtjazz.org

Company: Vermont Jazz Center

Web: www.vtjazz.org (802) 254-9088

Contact: Eugene Uman, Email: Eugene @vtjazz.org, Phone: (802) 258-8822

December

West Virginia, Mountain Lakes, Fairmont

Event Name: 3rd Annual Coal Miner's Appreciation Day Swap Meet

Event Date: December 5, 2015

Be a part of celebrating our coal mining heritage. Bring your coal mining memorabilia to buy, sell,

trade, or be appraised. Interested in being a vendor? Contact us at [email protected] or Cherie

Coogle, Ex. Dir. at 304-476-7277

Event Location: Knights Of Columbus, 1529 Mary Lou Retton Drive, Fairmont, West Virginia 26554

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: http://nacmha.org

Company: Marion County Convention & Visitors Bureau

Web: http://marioncvb.com (304) 368-1123

Contact: Leisha Elliott, Email: [email protected], Phone: (800) 834-7365

December

West Virginia, Mountaineer Country, Fairmont

Event Name: 22nd Annual Holiday Historic Homes Tour

Event Date: December 3, 2015

The Annual Holiday Historic House Tour:10-3pm, 8-12 Historic homes that are open to the public for

this 1 day a year. Most are decorated for the holidays, some have live music, often there are tidbits to

nibble.

Event Location: Marion County Historical Society, 211 Adams Street, Fairmont, West Virginia 26554

Admission: $16.00 In advance and $18.00 the day of the tour.

Full Event Information: www.marionhistorical.org

Company: Marion County Convention & Visitors Bureau

Web: http://marioncvb.com (304) 368-1123

Contact: Leisha Elliott, Email: [email protected], Phone: (800) 834-7365

December

West Virginia, Mountaineer Country, Fairmont

Event Name: Feast of the Seven Fishes

Event Date: December 12, 2015

Located in historic downtown Fairmont, the popular street fair is dedicated to preserving Italian-

American culinary and cultural traditions. Traditional Italian foods, live music, a cooking school, a

street market, and plenty of warm, dry seating are all awaiting attendees.

Event Location: , Monroe Street, Fairmont, West Virginia 26554

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: http://mainstreetfairmont.org

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Company: Marion County Convention & Visitors Bureau

Web: http://marioncvb.com (304) 368-1123

Contact: Leisha Elliott, Email: [email protected], Phone: (800) 834-7365

December

Wisconsin, Southern, Eagle

Event Name: An Old World Christmas at Old World Wisconsin

Event Date: December 5 to 13, 2015 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

December 5 – 6, December 12 - 13, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Join us for a daylong, 19th-century celebration

of Christmas tales and holiday customs. Our 1880s village will be trimmed for the holidays, and wood-

fired stoves and bonfires will beckon with the promise of warmth and good cheer.

Event Location: , W372S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle, Wisconsin 53119

Admission: $7 - $10

Full Event Information: www.oldworldwisconsin.org

Company: Old World Wisconsin

Web: www.oldworldwisconsin.org

Contact: Old World Wisconsin, Email: [email protected], Phone: (262) 594-6301

December

Wisconsin, Southern, Eagle

Event Name: Old World Holiday Breakfast at Old World Wisconsin

Event Date: December 5 to 13, 2015 9:30, 11:30 seatings

Dec 5 - 6, 12 - 13 Saturday seatings at 9:30 and 11:30. Sunday seatings at 9:30. A fantastic way to

celebrate the coming holidays: Enjoy a hearty holiday buffet in our big, red Clausing Barn.

Event Location: , W372S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle, Wisconsin 53119

Admission: $10 - $22

Full Event Information: www.oldworldwisconsin.org

Company: Old World Wisconsin

Web: www.oldworldwisconsin.org

Contact: Old World Wisconsin, Email: [email protected], Phone: (262) 594-6301

December

Wisconsin, Southern, Menomonee Falls

Event Name: Silver Tea and Cookie Bake Sale

Event Date: December 6, 2015

Visit the Miller-Davidson House festively decorated in a Dutch Christmas theme for the holidays at the

annual Silver Tea and Cookie Bake Sale. Refreshments and cookies will be served in the Parlor. A

homemade Christmas Cookie Bake Sale in the Public House, and Mr. and Mrs. Santa will be visiting.

Event Location: Old Falls Village, N96W15791 County Line Rd Q, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin 53051

Admission: Free

Full Event Information: www.OldFallsVillage.com

Company: Menomonee Falls Historical Society

Web: www.oldfallsvillage.com (262) 250-3901

Contact: Nancy Greifenhagen, Email: [email protected], Phone: (262) 255-6923

December

Wisconsin, Southern, Sheboygan

Event Name: Brew City Big Band Holiday Dance Event

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Event Date: December 11, 2015 6:00-10:00 p.m.

Celebrate the season and the 100th birthday of Old Blue Eyes himself with drink specials, small plates,

and ballroom dance activities followed by freestyle dancing to festive holiday music peppered with

some Rat Pack favorites superbly performed by Milwaukee’s best big band.

Event Location: John Michael Kohler Arts Center, 608 New York Ave., Sheboygan, Wisconsin 53081

Admission: $12 Member/student; $14 public

Full Event Information: www.jmkac.org

Company: John Michael Kohler Arts Center

Web: www.jmkac.org

Contact: Jamie Haack, Email: [email protected], Phone: (920) 458-6144

December

Wisconsin, Southern, Sheboygan

Event Name: The Improvised Shakespeare Company

Event Date: December 3 to 6, 2015 Dec. 3-5 at 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 6 at 1:30 p.m.

Based on one audience suggestion, this band of thespians creates a fully improvised Shakespearean

masterpiece before your very eyes. Each of the players has brushed up on his “thee’s” and “thou’s” to

bring you an evening of off-the-cuff comedy using the language and themes of the Bard of Avon.

Event Location: John Michael Kohler Arts Center, 608 New York Ave., Sheboygan, Wisconsin 53081

Admission: Ticket prices range from $12 to $29

Full Event Information: www.jmkac.org

Company: John Michael Kohler Arts Center

Web: www.jmkac.org

Contact: Jamie Haack, Email: [email protected], Phone: (920) 458-6144

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