The Temple Ticket: Holiday Issue 2023

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DISCOVER YOUR TEMPLE Temple is a getaway not far at all, a home for artists, train enthusiasts, families, and everyone in between. Share your experiences, find Instagram-worthy spots, explore the destination, and discover your Temple.

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@thewreckcenter Whether you are looking to create or destroy, these art establishments have it all. Unleash your creativity in the studio or let out some unwanted emotions in the rage room. The Art Dept and Wreck Center are ready to take you on a creative journey in Downtown Temple.

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TEMPLE CIVIC THEATRE

Temple Civic Theatre MAIN SERIES

A Christmas Carol: December 7-17 Cinderella: February 15-25 The Mountaintop: March 7-10 The Grapes of Wrath: April 26-May 5 Jekyll & Hyde: June 20-30

November 2: ST. NICHOLAS MARKET November 10 - 12: YULETIDE TOUR OF HOMES

HOLIDAY EVENTS

November 11 - January 1: NATURE IN LIGHTS AT BLORA DECEMBER 2: KRIS KRINGLE ARTIST CARAVAN DECEMBER 2: SANTA AT THE DEPOT (TICKETED) DECEMBER 2: CHRISTMAS ON THE FARM DECEMBER 4: CHRISTMAS PARADE DECEMBER 4: CITY HALL TREE LIGHTING DECEMBER 4: PARADE OF LIGHTS DECEMBER 5: FESTIVAL OF TREES DECEMBER 9: TSBC HOLIDAY MARKET

Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony DECEMBER 4 6:15 PM CITY HALL

Christmas Tree Contest SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOS

Guide to The Christmas Parade

GUIDE TO CHRISTMAS PARADE

WHAT IS THE ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE

WHEN?

WHO HOSTS THE PARADE? WHAT IS THE PARADE ROUTE?

WHERE SHOULD VISITORS PARK?

WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING WITH YOU?

SCHEDULE

@preciousmemories It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in downtown Temple. Precious Memories is a florist and specialty shop featuring holiday cheer, an assortment of Christmas trees, and plenty of decorations. Stop by Precious Memories to see all the beautiful Christmas tree displays.

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THE NUTCRACKER BALLET

The Nutcracker Ballet

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FOR THE

HOLIDAY BUCKET LIST

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Nature In Lights CHRISTMAS TRAIL AT B.L.O.R.A. November 17 - December 31

Discover Nature In Lights this holiday season at B.L.O.R.A. This Bell County holiday tradition features a drive-through self-guided tour of 5.5 miles of holiday light attractions, Santa's Village, and plenty of Christmas cheer to go around.

The City of Temple is hosting the Merry & Bright Holiday Lights Tour & Contest. The Merry & Bright Holiday Lights Tour & Contest is guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit! Take an evening drive or neighborhood stroll around the city to see the wonderfully decorated local homes and vote for your favorite.

@atriumcoffeeco There’s nothing quite like a hot drink on a cold day. Stop by Atrium Coffee Co. on S 31st St. for the tastiest drinks of the season. From hot teas, coffees, and delectable cocoas, Atrium will have you in the holiday spirit in no time!

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santa at the depot SAT DEC 2, 2023

SHOP SMALL SATURDAY

SHOP LOCAL

& GIFT-GIVING SEASON

BRICKWOOD BOUTIQUE

ZOOTY’S BOUTIQUE

It’s the season of giving, which means lots of presents and shopping days are ahead. This holiday season, shop local for all your gift needs. Here in Bell County, you can find plenty of businesses, boutiques, and local shops with perfect gifts for everyone on your shopping list.

Downtown Temple’s antiques and boutique shops will provide you with the perfect opportunity to find one-of-a-kind trinkets and lovely accessories. Other local businesses like Emporium Spice and Chef Flaco’s have the best blends of seasonings and salsas for the chef in your life.

With bookshops, Asian markets, vendor boothran businesses, boutiques, and consignment stores, there are all kinds of valuable and memorable gifts waiting for you.

Happy Holidays and season’s greetings!

Discover Temple and Bell County’s incredible array of shopping experiences today.

Shop Local LENNA LANE

Small Business Saturday NOVEMBER 25, 2023 From cozy sweaters to hot drinks and food, every purchase you make at a local business goes a long way in showing your support for the local community. Visit our page, Shop Local, to learn more!

@susansterle Sterle Fine Art Studio is located on 8 N 9th St in Downtown Temple. The award-winning artist, Susan Sterle, is known for beautifully crafted oil paintings. Stay at the AirBnb located on the top floor of her studio or visit the studio for the Kris Kringle Artist Caravan on December 2 to purchase gifts and learn more about this studio.

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NOVEMBER 10-12, 2023 TEMPLE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

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@deadfishgrill The Parade of Lights is a holiday event featuring boats decked out with Christmas lights and decorations on Belton Lake. The event takes place on December 4th from 6:30 pm to 9 pm.

Stop by Dead Fish Grill for hot chocolate with chocolate bombs filled with marshmallows and the best viewpoint of the lake.

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HOLIDAY TRAVEL

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