DECEMBER 1 ‐ 3, 2023
FALMOUTH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMMUNITY & CHRISTMAS PARADE SPONSOR
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HOLIDAYS BY THE SEA WEEKEND COMMUNITY EVENTS Falmouth Art Center Holiday Market & Gift Gallery November 18 – December 24 Extended hours for the Market are Monday to Friday, 9:00AM – 4:00PM, Saturday 10:00AM ‐ 4:00PM and Sunday 1:00PM – 4:00PM. The Market is free and open daily to the public. Falmouth Art Center 137 Gifford Street, Falmouth, MA More than 100 local artists and crafters have created original artwork: watercolor, pastel, oil and acrylic paintings; sculpture, mixed media and collage work; prints and ine art photography; hand-knitted, sewn and woven scarfs, shawls, hats, mittens, bags, and baby items; ceramics that include mugs, bowls, plates and vases; hand-and machine-embroidered items including linens, dish towels, runners and potholders; stained glass boxes; hand-crafted jewelry; holiday cards and note cards; ornaments made of glass, ceramics, wood and more! 508-540-3304 or visit falmouthart.org All Aboard for The Polar Express™ Train Ride! November 24 ‐ December 23 Cape Cod Central Railroad 70 Main Street, Buzzards Bay, MA Adventure comes to life when the train departs for a round-trip journey to the North Pole led by our merry-making cast! Wear your Christmas jammies for even more fun! 888-797-7245 or visit capetrain.com Annual Holidays at High ield November 24 ‐ December 10 Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays, 10:00AM ‐ 4:00PM High ield Hall & Gardens 56 High ield Drive, Falmouth, MA The Holidays are set for another year of spectacular decorating. Lead designers Sandra Cavallo and Sarah Pring will lead our group of talented designers to create a memorable experience for all who attend. This year’s theme will be Holidays Through the Generations, and will focus on designs from vintage 19th century, through the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s through modern day as the DIY movement has become more mainstream. With the help of the Nauset Model Railroad Club, High ield will bring back a train system for all ages to enjoy! This incredible group of train enthusiasts have designed a train system that will put a sparkle in your eye! The traditional Craft Room will be located on the 2nd loor and is a drop-in experience to create your special keepsake to remember Holidays at High ield! Admission: $10. 508-495-1878 or visit high ieldhallandgardens.org Gardens Aglow November 24, 25, 26, 30; December 1‐3, December 14‐17, December 20‐23; 4:30PM – 8:00PM Heritage Museums & Gardens 67 Grove Street, Sandwich, MA Gardens Aglow is a celebration of lights that has become a treasured holiday tradition. This event features beautiful light displays throughout the gardens, festive seasonal dé cor, and fun activities for all. We look forward to welcoming you to Gardens Aglow where you can enjoy Heritage in a whole new light! 508-888-3300 or visit heritagemuseums.org Turning Pointe Dance Studio presents The Sea Captain's Nutcracker November 25, 2:00PM & 6:00PM; November 26, 2:00PM & 4:00PM The Tilden Arts Center 2240 Iyannough Road, Barnstable, MA Set to Tchaikovsky's original score, this biennial classic ballet production takes on an enchanting Cape Cod Twist! 508-444-0278 or visit turningpointedancestudio.org The Friends of the Falmouth Public Library Annual Holiday Book Sale Thursday, November 30, Friday, December 1, Saturday, December 2 10:00AM ‐5:00PM Falmouth Public Library 300 Main Street, Falmouth, MA High-quality used books, suitable for gift giving, in categories including children's books, gardening, cookbooks, recent iction, history, art and music, and more. Quality DVDs will also be included in the sale. 508-457-2555 or visit falmouthpubliclibrary.org
Cape Symphony’s Holiday on the Cape December 1‐3 Friday 4:00PM & 8:00PM, Sat 3:00PM & 7:30PM, Sunday 1:00PM & 5:00PM Barnstable Performing Arts Center 744 West Main Street, Hyannis MA Close your eyes, make a wish, and let us take you to a world where Christmas dreams always come true. From "Sleigh Ride" and "Hallelujah Chorus" to "Home Alone" and a holiday sing-a-long with a thousand of your closest friends, this celebration is designed to sparkle, shine, and warm your heart. Also featured will be the world-premiere of "A Chanukah Festival." Featured guest artist and Cape Cod Opera favorite Patrice Tiedemann joins the magical cast of characters in this spectacular show. It doesn't get more JOYful than this. 508-540-0611 or visit capesymphony.org Christmas in Waquoit December 1‐2 Friday & Saturday 9:00AM ‐ 4:00PM Waquoit Congregational Church 15 Parsons Lane, East Falmouth, MA Stop by to shop for crafts, holiday items, books, collectibles, baked goods, trees and more. 508-548-5269 or visit waquoitucc.org Holiday Tree Lighting and Social Event in West Falmouth Friday, December 1, 6:00PM Sponsored by the West Falmouth Village Association in collaboration with the West Falmouth Library West Falmouth Library 575 West Falmouth Highway, West Falmouth, MA Please join us on the library lawn for a festive evening as we light our community tree donated by the Hughes family. The Falmouth High School Chorus under the direction of Christopher Ricci will lead us in caroling. West Falmouth Market will provide cookies and cocoa. Santa is planning to stop by as well with some treats to share! Come inside out of the cold for a wine and cheese social with holiday favorites on the piano by Mimi Schlichter. 508-548-4709 or visit westfalmouthlibrary.org A Special Screening Event: A Cape Cod Christmas December 1 7:00PM Sponsored by the Woods Hole Film Festival Clapp Auditorium, 7 MBL Street Woods Hole, MA Join the Woods Hole Film Festival for a screening of A Cape Cod Christmas, ilmed in Falmouth. When a children’s author comes down to the Cape to host one last Christmas dinner with her disagreeable siblings before they sell the family house, she reunites with her childhood sweetheart, a local artist, who helps her ind a way to keep the house she loves so dearly. Filmmaker John Stimpson will be in attendance for the post-screening Q&A. 508-495-3456 or visit woodshole ilmfestival.org Falmouth Theatre Guild's "It's A Wonderful Life‐the Musical" December 1‐ December 17: Fridays at 7:30PM and Saturdays & Sundays at 4:00PM High ield Theater 59 High ield Drive, Falmouth MA 02540 Don't miss this holiday favorite! Just like the movie of 1946, the musical faithfully follows George Bailey's life from his childhood dreams to his midlife disappointments and beyond. George has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all and it's Christmas! Instead, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence - who then shows George what his town would have looked like if it hadn't been for all his good deeds over the years. A heartwarming story for the entire family. 508-548-0400 or visit falmouththeatreguild.org Breakfast with Mrs. Claus December 2 9:00AM ‐ 12:00PM Soprano's - Casino by the Sea 286 Grand Avenue, Falmouth MA
Join us for Breakfast with Mrs. Claus. There will be face painting, a craft table, ornament making and photos with Mrs. Claus. Purchase tickets at the door. Bring a gift to donate to local families this holiday season. 508-548-7800 or visit sopranosfalmouth.com
Saint Barnabas Episcopal Church Historic Christmas Fair December 2 9:00AM ‐ 2:00PM Saint Barnabas Episcopal Church 91 Main Street, Falmouth MA For more than 90 years, Saint Barnabas’s Christmas Fair has brought the spirit of the season to life with its bright and bountiful displays of old- fashioned and innovative items for holiday shoppers. The tradition continues with this year’s fair. A ireside luncheon where visitors can relax and enjoy a luncheon by the ire in Saint Barnabas’s elegant historic Parish House from 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Lunch selections available for purchase include chowder, soup, sandwiches and cookies. 508-548-3863 or visit stbarnabasfalmouth.org The First Congregational Church of Falmouth on The Village Green Christmas Fair December 2 9:00AM ‐ 2:00PM First Congregational Church, 68 Main Street, Falmouth, MA Experience the ultimate in a traditional New England Christmas Fair! Featuring handmade garments and gifts, fresh holiday wreaths and arrangements, Christmas decor & ornaments, a Country Store with Goody Bakery, and a luncheon with lobster roll plates & clam chowder. There'll also be a bargain basement illed with gift-quality, gently used items, jewelry, linens & books as well as a free fair for the kids. 508-548-3700 or visit irstcongfalmouth.org Greens & Gifts Sale December 2 10:00AM – 3:00PM Falmouth Museums on the Green 55 & 65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA Join the Falmouth Museums on the Green & the Falmouth Garden Club for a day of shopping to pick up beautiful wreaths and unique gifts in our artisan gift shop. Greens will go fast, so we encourage you to come early! Proceeds go towards supporting the two non-pro it organizations. 508-548-4857 or visit museumsonthegreen.org Woods Hole Public Library Book Sale December 2 10:00AM – 5:30PM Woods Hole Public Library, 581 Woods Hole Road, Woods Hole, MA On Saturday, December 2, we will begin our Holiday Book Sale, with an assortment of gift-worthy books, games, and more on display in the library’s lower-level book sale room. The book sale will be open on December 2 from 10:00AM - 5:30PM and will continue during regular library hours. Also on Saturday, December 3, the Library will once again join forces with our friends at Water Street Kitchen for Books & Bubbles. This fun and festive extension of our holiday book sale features even more amazing gift-worthy books to browse, along with delicious bubbly drinks and festive snacks. Visit us at Water Street Kitchen for Books & Bubbles between 12:00NOON - 3:00PM! 508-548-8961 or visit woodsholepubliclibrary.org Winter Open House at the Cahoon Museum December 2 10:00AM – 4:00PM Cahoon Museum of American Art 4676 Falmouth Road, Cotuit, MA Join the Cahoon Museum for a day of holiday fun at the museum’s Winter Open House as part of Christmas in Cotuit. Explore exhibits by Donald Saaf and Julie Child, try your hand at holiday art projects, enjoy delicious seasonal treats, and receive free admission all day. 508-428-7581 or visit cahoonmuseum.org Shoreway Acres Inn's “32nd Annual Decorate Your Own Gingerbread House” Children’s Event December 2 11:00AM and 11:30AM Shoreway Acres Inn 59 Shore Street, Falmouth, MA This children’s event includes: “Pint-Sized Graham Gingerbread Houses” assembled and ready to decorate, trays of candies, cookies, cereals, sprinkles & frostings for decorating, and light refreshments for kids and grownup spectators. Advance reservations required. Please Reserve Early at: 508-540-3000 or info@shorewayacresinn.com
Team Chase Foundation Food & Toy Drive December 2 11:00AM ‐ 4:00PM Walmart 137 Teaticket Highway, Falmouth, MA Join the Team Chase Foundation to support local families in need. There will be a Live DJ, Turkey Dinner Raf le, 50/50 Raf le. Please bring non-perishable food items and/or new unwrapped toys. 508-790-7277 or visit teamchasefoundation.org New England Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker December 2 12:00PM & 4:00PM Lawrence Jr. High School, Lakeview Avenue Falmouth, MA New England Ballet Theatre, under the direction of Courtney Hingston, is thrilled to be performing their annual Nutcracker ballet for a live audience once again! Tickets, $20, sold by each dancer, at the NEBT studio, and at the door. 508-360-1269 or visit newenglandballet.net Deck the Halls: A Design Event for Kids December 2 1:00PM – 3:00PM Falmouth Museums on the Green 55 & 65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA Calling all creative kids! This program is designed for children to drop in and design their own room using cut out paper antiques, The event encourages children to develop their taste for history, collecting, and interior design. Children get to take home their art creations. Free and open to the public, supplies included. 508-548-4857 or visit museumsonthegreen.org Sip & Shop at the Boutique on the Buy Way December 2 2:00PM – 5:30PM Boutique on the Buy Way 47 North Main Street, Falmouth, MA Come have treats and beverages while you are strolling to the Lighting of the Village Green and take advantage of our Holiday Sale. 774-255-1916 or visit boutiqueonthebuyway.com The Gallery on Main Holiday Open House December 2 4:00PM – 7:30PM The Gallery on Main 317 Main Street, Falmouth, MA The Gallery on Main celebrates the Christmas Season with a Holiday Open House! The sounds of the season will entertain you by the talented singer Betsy West accompanied by Glenway Fripp, pianist. Enjoy the art of 25 local artists and the music from two of Falmouth’s favorite. Enjoy some holiday refreshments before the Annual Lighting of the Green at 6:00PM. 508-566-6318 The Christmas Stroll at Main Street Gallery December 2 5:00PM – 8:00PM Main Street Real Estate & Gallery 189 Main Street, Falmouth, MA After the Village Green Tree Lighting, hear Live Music by the Familiars while enjoying light refreshments and local artists. 774-763-5441 or visit mainstreetrealestatefalmouth.com Free Christmas Music Concert December 3 10:30AM – 11:30AM Saint Patrick’s Church 511 Mains Street, Falmouth, MA Come and enjoy the St. Joseph - Guardian of the Holy Family Parish Ministry as they perform a 1-hour concert of both traditional and contemporary Christmas music. Then step outside and join us along the street for the 60th Annual Falmouth Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade. Free coffee, hot chocolate and donuts, Advent-themed crafts for kids, Christmas baskets for sale by the St. Joseph's Parish Couples Club. This event is made possible through the generosity of the St. Joseph's Men's Club. 508-548-1065 or visit stpatrickfalmouth.org
FALMOUTH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HOLIDAYS BY THE SEA WEEKEND 2023 NEW!! Nobska Lighthouse Holiday Open House Sponsored by: Friends of Nobska Light, Inc. Trolley Courtesy of CCRTA Friday, December 1 5:00PM – 8:00PM Nobska Lighthouse 233 Nobska Road, Woods Hole, MA Take the trolley from Woods Hole Village to Nobska Point to have your picture taken with Mrs. Claus and enjoy holiday music by The Brass Ring ensemble. Warm up inside the renovated Keepers House, enjoy cocoa and cookies provided by Coffee Obsession, color a portrait of Nobska created by local artist Karen Rinaldo, Gallery on Main, and see inside the lighthouse tower at night! 774-763-6453 or visit friendsofnobska.org Caroling in Woods Hole Village Courtesy of Marine Biological Laboratory Sponsored by: Service Credit Union Friday, December 1 5:30PM Waterfront Park, Water Street, Woods Hole, MA Join us as we herald in the Christmas season with caroling at Waterfront Park, Water Street in Woods Hole Village. The Solstice Singers lead us in a festive seasonal sing-along of familiar holiday classics. NEW this year, hop on the trolley on Water Street and take it to Nobska Lighthouse to partake in their Holiday Open House. Remember to dress warmly. Seafaring Santa Sails into Falmouth Sponsored by Patriot Party Boats Saturday, December 2 10:30AM Marine Park, Scranton Ave, Falmouth, MA Head to Falmouth Harbor on Scranton Avenue to welcome Seafaring Santa and the Falmouth High School Chorus! Candy Canes for all the kids! 12th Annual Jingle Jog 5K Run & Kids “GhELF” Run Jingle Jog Sponsored by Martha’s Vineyard Bank Charitable Foundation Kids “GhELF” Run Sponsored by Ghel i’s Candies Cape Cod Saturday, December 2 3:00PM & 3:30PM Martha’s Vineyard Bank, 84 Main Street, Falmouth, MA Wear your wildest holiday “jingle bells” festive out it!! The “GhELF” Run, which starts at 3:00PM, is a half mile run for children 12 and under. Jingle Jog 5k starts at 3:30 PM. T-shirts for the irst 250 5K registrants and irst 125 GhELF registrants, AND Jingle Bells for all! Awards for top runners as well as "Most Festive" attire. Both races will start and inish at Martha’s Vineyard Bank, 84 Main Street. 508-548-8500 or visit falmouthchamber.com
Falmouth Village Holiday Stroll Sponsored by Falmouth Village Saturday December 2 4:00PM – 8:00PM Main Street & Queen’s Buyway, Falmouth Village Join us at the Annual Holiday Stroll hosted by the Falmouth Village Association for the ultimate Holiday celebration. Discover unique gifts at our charming local shops, dine in our many restaurants, be serenaded by the Dickens Carolers, and cheer on adult and kid runners during the Jingle Jog 5k and Kids GhELF Run! Visit with Santa on the Library Lawn and follow him to the Lighting of the Village Green, watch Ice Sculpting in action, and capture wintry memories on the Cape Cod Photo Bus. Jive to live music, be mesmerized by Turning Pointe dance performances, and don’t forget to get your face painted! Be sure to join us for this enchanting evening of holiday cheer on beautiful Falmouth Main Street! Parking is available at both Mullen-Hall and Lawrence Schools. A detailed Schedule of Events will be available at Falmouth Village merchants. Like the Falmouth Village Facebook page for more information. 60th Annual Falmouth Christmas Parade Sponsored by: Cape Cod 5 & the Falmouth Chamber of Commerce Sunday, December 3 12:00PM Dillingham Avenue to Main Street, Falmouth, MA Bring your family, your guests and your friends to the BEST and largest Christmas Parade in all of Southeast New England. Presented for the 60th consecutive year by the Falmouth Chamber of Commerce and led by our Falmouth Town Crier. The parade, organized under the theme of “Holidays through the Decades," will step-off at noontime from Dillingham Avenue and Davis Straits and proceed along Main Street to the Village Green. It will feature decorated loats, marching bands, costumed characters and Santa Claus! Smile for the cameras, as FCTV will once again ilm the entire parade for local viewing. Broadcast around the world by mvyradio 88.7FM.
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