The Urban Nutcracker
www.christmasinnewport.org
www.urbannutcracker.org 617-879-2300 December 3-18 Admission: Starting at $25
Join the City of Newport in celebrating this historic holiday tradition now in its 40th year. Nearly every day of December is filled with activities that relish the true holiday spirit. Information and a complete list of events are available online.
BalletRox presents the 11th annual production of Anthony Williams’ Urban Nutcracker at Wheelock Family Theatre. The Urban Nutcracker captures the essence of a multicultural blending of sound and movement with its interpretation of the 19th century fairytale classic. The cast of professional dancers and richly talented and diverse youth of Boston, seamlessly combine ballet, swing, hip hop and step with the classical score of Tchaikovsky and the unforgettable beat of Duke Ellington.
Holiday Bazaar Trinity Church on the Green 129 Church Street, Suite 705 New Haven, CT November 17-20 Hours: Th 12-8; F and Sa 9-6; Su 9-1 Parishioners work year-round to construct this holiday bazaar, boasting such crafts as handmade ornaments, greeting cards, knitted accessories, and more. Also enjoy a silent auction and bake sale.
Christmas in Newport December 1-28
MarchĂŠ de NoĂŤl 53 Marlborough Street Boston MA 617-912-0400 www.frenchculturalcenter.org Sa, December 10, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
artisans, and specialty food vendors display and sell their work. Live holiday music and craft demonstration also make this indoor “shopping show� a perfect weekend event.
Art-Full Gifts at Point Lookout 2011 67 Atlantic Highway Northport, Maine www.artfullgifts.com November 18-20 F 5-8, Opening Night Cocktail Gala Sa & Su 10-4 Admission: F $10, Sa & Su $3 More than 40 selected artists and artisans show their work at the 4th Annual Invitational Show of Fine and Functional Art. Admissions benefit two mid-coast non-profit organizations.
Few traditions capture the holiday spirit like the Alsatian markets, so the French Cultural Center started its own with a unique francophone spin. Their holiday event features everything families need to have fun: children’s activities and vendors selling gifts, treats and children’s goods. Complimentary mulled cider and wine will be served.
37th Annual Thanksgiving Arts and Crafts Show
12th Annual New England Holiday Craft Festival Rockingham Park Racetrack Rockingham Park Boulevard Salem, NH (603) 898-2311 December 10 & 11, 10-5 p.m. Adults $5 (good for both days); Under 15 free Over 200 of the region’s esteemed craftsmen,
Brewer Auditorium 203 State Street Brewer, Maine (207) 621-2818 November 25-27 Hours: F 10-5, Sa 9-5, Su 10-4 Admission: $1.50 Presented by the United Maine Craftsmen, local artisans gather to sell their crafts. This is a perfect opportunity for the early Holiday shopper to find a meaningful gift.
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