After the huge success with our Thanksgiving Event Post we wanted to do even better this time! With the holidays fast approaching and your calendar filling up, we decided to bestow an early gift to our Cape Cod community and your family! We have compiled a list of all Family friendly Christmas, Holiday and Hanukkah Events taking place on Cape Cod as well as Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard, Plymouth and Surrounding Areas. We know how hectic this time of year can be with everything you Moms have to do that we wanted to make your life just a tad bit simpler! To further make your life easier, we even broke it down by the following categories in this order: Jogs/Runs; Lightings/Tree Displays/Strolls; Month Long Events; Parades; Santa; Other Events; and Hanukkah The sub categories then go in order of the date of the event. We tried to provide links whenever possible. We will be updating this event blog as the season goes, but you should always verify with the event venue before you venture out. If we have missed anything, our sincerest apologies. Please email any changes or new events to info@ccmommies.com Thank you for your continued support of our local community and Cape Cod Mommies blog! We love you all and wish you and your family the best this holiday season! Jogs/Runs![]() 2nd Annual Jingle Jog 5K Run & Elf Run Falmouth, December 7, 2013 12:30 p.m. Starts from The Flying Bridge Restaurant, around Falmouth Heights (follows some of the Falmouth Road Race route) and back to The Flying Bridge. (Elf Run precedes 5k, is shorter and for children 12 and under.) Santa Stampede 5k and Family Fun Run Orleans, from 12/07/13 For More Info: http://orleanscapecod.org/santa-stampede-5k-and-family-fun-run/ Get your Santa suit, elf costume, antlers, stockings and lights – and join this 5k race! Walkers welcome! Kids Only Run Too. Create a festive costume and enter our Holiday Costume Contest. Race starts at 11 a.m. After Party Celebration and Award Ceremony held at Joe’s Beach Road Bar and Grille at The Barley Neck Inn. Lightings/Tree Displays/Strolls![]() Lighting of Pilgrim Monument November 27, 2013 5-7pm The annual lighting of the Pilgrim Monument, which celebrates the Pilgrims' First Landing in America at Provincetown. The spectacular 252-foot tall Pilgrim Monument dazzles the night sky with thousands of white lights, celebrating the Pilgrims’ First Landing in Provincetown in November 1620. Traditionally, the illumination of the Monument occurs precisely at 6 p.m., and the lights continue to shine through the first week of January. Lighting of the Lobster Pot Tree November 30, 2013, 5:30 pm (rain or shine) Lopes Square in Provincetown Made from 100+ lobster pots stacked over 2 stories high and decorated with ribbons, garland and thousands of festive lights, artist Julian Popko's lobster pot Christmas tree will put you in the Holiday mood for sure! Barnstable Village Holiday Stroll December 4, 2013, 6-8 pm Rt. 6A, Barnstable Village More Info: Barnstable Village Civic Association The Barnstable Village Civic Association hosts its traditional Holiday Stroll in the historic village center. The event features family friendly activities, open houses at local businesses, a visit from Santa, and an all-around good time. Oak Bluffs Holiday Tree Lighting & Caroling Party December 4, 2013 6:30pm The Oak Bluffs Association will once again sponsor the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting at 6:30 pm in Post Office Square. Join the Vineyard Haven Band for caroling, then take a short stroll up to Dreamland for hot chocolate and a meeting with Santa. Post Office Square, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free/donations for Food Pantry accepted Spectacle of Trees JFK Hyannis Museums, Main Street, Hyannis, from 12/05/13 to 12/14/13 For More Info: https://capecodcharitablefunraisers.com/funraiser/spectacle_JFK Local non-profits put together Christmas trees adorned not just with tinsel and ornaments, but a host of fabulous gifts! When you arrive at the Spectacle of Trees, you will be able to donate “Tree Bucks”. Each tree buck that is put in an organization's box earns that non-profit $10. The more Tree Bucks you donate to a box, or order online, the better your chances of being awarded the tree and the more money that non-profit will earn! Nantucket Christmas Stroll Nantucket Island, from 12/06/13 to 12/08/13 For More Info: www.nantucketchamber.org A holiday tradition on Nantucket Island, now in its 39th year! Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive on Saturday via Coast Guard vessel and are escorted up Straight Wharf for a festive parade, while carolers in period costume, bell ringers and student choirs perform on Main Street. Holiday craft shows, exhibitions and performances throughout the weekend — including the popular annual Christmas House tour on Friday evening — add to the joyful festivities. Christmas in Old Bourne Village December 6-8, 2013 Briggs McDermott House, Carriage House and Forge, 22 Sandwich Road, and other locations in Old Bourne VillageMost events are free of charge. More Info: (508) 759-8167 / Bourne Society for Historic Preservation As part of the Canal region's celebration of the Holidays, Old Bourne Village businesses, civic organizations and historic spots are all trimmed out and welcoming visitors to shop, dine and get in the Christmas Spirit. One stop not to miss is the Briggs-McDermott House, an historic Greek Revival Style home that's been restored, preserved and furnished as it was during the 1840-1910 era. Seeing the home, carriage house and forge all done up in Colonial-style holiday finery is a real treat! Dennis Christmas Stroll Dennis Village, from 12/08/13 For More Info: www.dennischamber.com Dennis Village GreenCorner of Old Bass River Road & Roue 6A Dennis Village. Enjoy hayrides & trolley rides, Christmas tree lighting, face painting, village stroll (visit all the shops), silent auctions, petty zoo, food sampler on Village Green, toys and food donations, Santa & Mrs. Claus, FREE gifts, ornaments and so much more. Music at the Village Green Bandstand and many special events. Yarmouthport Christmas Stroll Route 6A, Yarmouthport, from 12/08/13 For More Info: 508-362-3021 http://www.hsoy.org/events.htm Visit the museums, bed and breakfasts, inns and businesses along the Old Kings Highway as they welcome you with holiday decorations, tasty treats, and music of the season. Carolyn Ray’s Miniature Room Boxes will again be on display at the Bangs Hallet House. Children can have a FREE photo taken with Santa Claus on the porch of the Bangs Hallet house (courtesy of Walgreens). Festivities end with the tree-lighting on the Village Common at 4:15 p.m. Centerville Christmas Stroll Main Street, Centerville Sun, December 8, 4pm – 7pm More Info: http://centervillecivic.org Enjoy, holiday crafts, food, songs and more! Yarmouth Port Christmas Stroll Open House December 8, 2013 Visit the museums, bed and breakfasts, inns, and businesses along the Old Kings Highway as they welcome you with decorations, tasty treats, and music of the season. Festivities end with caroling and the tree-lighting on the Village Common at 4:15 PM. note: Edward Gorey House open 12 noon to 4pm. Christmas in Edgartown Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, from 12/13/13 to 12/14/13 For More Info: www.MVY.com Enjoy a very merry Vineyard Christmas experience in Edgartown! The festivities include the lighting of the Edgartown lighthouse, a renowned chowder contest, open house of the historic inns, holiday concerts by the Minnesingers, caroling, crafts, fabulous shopping and a Sunday Breakfast with Santa. Also enjoy wine, hot drinks and tasty treats, as traditional carols and family concerts help keep you in that holiday spirit! Wellfleet Holiday Stroll Wellfleet, from 12/14/13 to 12/15/13 For More Info: www.DiscoverWellfleet.com Several local restaurants and stores will be participating throughout the weekend! Preservation Hall is hosting a Holiday Bazaar on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day - 30 vendors will be offering locally made items, from leather works, pottery, jewelry, knit ware, baby gear, artwork and prepared foods. The Wellfleet Historical Society will host a Holiday House Tour on Saturday. Also on Saturday at 4 p.m., there will be a tree-lighting ceremony and carol singing by local musician Denya Levine on the Wellfleet Town Lawn! 8th Annual Holiday Cookie Stroll Bass River, South Yarmouth, from 12/14/13 10:00am - 3:00pm For More Info: (508) 394-2983 The "ticket" is actually a cookbook with the recipes of all cookies served on this two-mile walking tour to eleven sites. The tour also includes an Open House at the South Yarmouth Library.. Free trolley transport will be available between groups of houses. All of the proceeds go to support the South Yarmouth Library. Cider and cranberry bread will be served at the library, where visitors will see a display about the Attles. Tickets are $15.00. Children under 12 are free, but only ticket holders receive cookies. Tickets are limited. Month Long Events![]() Train to Christmas Town-Click here to read more about this from Cape Cod Mommies! Buzzards Bay/ Hyannis, from 11/15/13 to 12/30/13 For More Info: www.capetrain.com Get the first, and best, view of Santa and his special helper friends as your train rolls into the North Pole. Travel in our premium Upper Dome seating and enjoy the view from large glass-dome windows. Elevated to 16 feet above track level, guests in our Upper Dome seats not only get the first views while experiencing the ultimate in train travel comfort. Trains will depart from the Buzzards Bay station. Read our Review of the Cape Cod Central Railroad's Polar Express Train! Holidays at Highfield Hall Highfield Hall & Gardens, from 11/29/13 to 12/08/13 12:00pm - 4:00pm daily For More Info: 508-495-1878 www.highfieldhall.org Falmouth Top decorators and designers showcase their talents in the elegant rooms of Highfield Hall. The event features a Gift Gallery with items ranging from fine crafts to hostess gifts, an international crèche collection, a tea shoppe, Santa and activities for families. $5 admission, children free. Visit www.highfieldhall.org for a complete schedule. International Crèche Display Highfield Hall & Gardens, from 11/29/13 to 12/08/13 12:00pm For More Info: 508-495-1878 x2 http://www.highfieldhall.org A display of over 60 miniature crèches from the collection of Bill Hendel has been a popular tradition at Highfield Hall’s annual Holiday celebration. This diverse and beautiful collection of nativity scenes from countries all around the globe includes works in wide variety of media ranging from clay, porcelain, wax, fiber, straw, metal and many different types of wood. The Holidays at Highfield Hall also includes elaborate décor, a gift gallery, Any Soldier® project, Santa, a tea shoppe, models trains (trains from Nov. 29 – Dec. 1 only) and more. $5.00 adults, children free. More at highfieldhall.org. South Shore Hi-Railers Model Trains Highfield Hall & Gardens, from 11/29/13 to 12/01/13 12:00pm - 4:00pm For More Info: 508-495-1878 x2 http://www.highfieldhall.org The South Shore Hi-Railers Club brings their O gauge model trains to be on display and chugging around the tracks during the first weekend of the Holidays at Highfield Hall. The set-up by the Club will feature Lionel, MTH, K-Line electric freight and diesel trains. A crowd favorite for young and old alike! The Holidays at Highfield Hall also includes elaborate décor, a gift gallery, crèche exhibition, tea shoppe, Santa, Any Soldier® project and more. $5.00 adults, children free. More at highfieldhall.org. "A Seussified Christmas Carol" Falmouth Theatre Guild presents "A Seussified Christmas Carol" Highfield Theater, Falmouth, from 12/06/13 to 12/15/13 For More Info: www.falmouththeatreguild.org Performances on Friday-Sunday (December 6-8 and 13-15). A whimsical reinvention of Dickens' most beloved Christmas story in wacky rhymed couplets. With zoot fruited juices and binka bird geese, from Bed-Headed Fred to Timmy Loo Hoo, this tale of glorious holiday cheer is similar to something Dr. Seuss might have come up with -- if he ever had his way with the story! Country Christmas Open House December 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 2013; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, 1 - 4 p.m. on Sunday Green Briar Nature Center & Jam Kitchen, 6 Discovery Hill Road, East Sandwich More Info: (508) 888-6870 / Thornton Burgess Society Free Admission Step back in time, into Ida Putnam's 1903 jam kitchen, for a glimpse of Christmas on Cape Cod over a century ago. The scent of jams and jellies cooking on the stove will have your mouth watering! Try a sampling of the delicious Jam Kitchen products and a cup of mulled cider. Browse the variety of holiday gift ideas in the Green Briar shop offering jams, jellies, relishes, books and many nature-related items. Gardens Aglow Annual Celebration of Lights Heritage Museums & Gardens, Sandwich, from 11/29/13 to 12/22/13 For More Info: www.heritagemuseumsandgardens.org Stroll the gardens and grounds glowing with holiday lights, watch musical performances, ride the holiday carousel, visit Santa in the Model T, enjoy drop-in crafts, and shop the Museum Store! Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 5 to 9 p.m. Holidays in Mashpee Commons Mashpee Commons is your one stop shop for holiday fun, shopping, and dining this season! In addition to our unique Cape Cod shops and restaurants, we have free family friendly activities taking place every weekend between November 29th and December 23rd. Take a complementary Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride, listen to our Holiday Carolers as they stroll the Commons, visit Santa in his village, and enjoy a live Holiday Brass Band or Steel Drum Reggae Performance. All of our holiday activities are free and open to the public. Check out our detailed holiday events schedule below and mark your calendars for some of our fun holiday events! Planning to attend? Join our event on Facebook.
Sandwich Glass Museum’s 4th Annual Glassblowers’ Christmas Sandwich Glass Museum, Sandwich, from 11/19/13 to 12/30/13 For More Info: 508-888-0251 www.sandwichglassmuseum.org This festive season hundreds of unique glass ornaments will adorn trees made by some of the region’s finest glass artists. This display is free with general admission of $6 for adults and $1.25 for children 6-14. Sandwich Holly Days Sandwich, from 12/01/13 to 12/31/13 For More Info: 508-833-9755 www.sandwichchamber.com/SandwichHollyDays.php Enjoy magical events that capture the spirit of a New England holiday season. Holiday Home Tours, Stores and Doors Holiday Contest and more! A Canal Christmas: Christmas in Sandwich Sandwich, from 12/02/13 to 12/11/13 For More Info: www.capecodcanalchamber.org Craft fairs, Open Houses, Sing-Alongs, Tree Lightings, Concerts, Exhibits, Holiday Shopping, Golf Scrambles, Santa Visits and much more! Brewster For the Holidays Brewster, from 12/06/13 to 12/08/13 For More Info: www.brewsterfortheholidays.com A traditional Cape Cod holiday celebration recreated from years past and sponsored by Brewster businesses for all of Brewster to enjoy! Look for "Brewster For the Holidays" flags at participating businesses. Shops, restaurants, inns, museums and galleries will be glowing to welcome shoppers to experience their unique holiday spirit. Christmas in Harwich Harwich, from 12/06/13 to 12/08/13 For More Info: www.harwichcc.com Entertainment, open houses, Christmas stroll, tree lighting and carol singing. A Seaside Christmas in Orleans Orleans, Cape Cod, from 11/30/13 to 12/31/13 For More Info: http://orleanscapecod.org/a-seaside-christmas-in-orleans/ Visit shops and galleries meet visitors from the North Pole while enjoying live music, holiday refreshments, demonstrations, amazing sales, personal service and gifts from around the world. Highlights also include Annual Christmas Stroll and Tree Lighting on the Village Green and Pancake Breakfast with Mrs. Claus Holly Folly Weekend in Provincetown Provincetown, from 12/06/13 to 12/08/13 For More Info: 508-487-2313 http://ptown.org/HollyFolly.asp Caroling, cabaret, lighting contest, Inn Stroll, and the Holly Folly Shop Hop! The 1st annual Santa Speedo Run will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, December 7th from Fanizzi's to the Crown & Anchor (proceeds go to the Cape Cod EMS & Firefighters Cancer Relief Fund). And at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, the Boston Gay Men's Chorus performs a special holiday concert at Town Hall - a great Holly Folly tradition and the perfect kick-off to the holiday season. 12th Annual Cape Cod Enchanted Village Cape Codder Resort & Spa, Hyannis, MA The village features a magnificent display of more than 100,000 lights, a Santa’s Village, a bonfire (weather permitting) and more, every night through January 2, 2014. The Cape Cod Surftone Carolers and Santa will entertain visitors Friday and Saturday evenings from 5:30 - 8:30 and Sunday evenings from 5-7 through December 22. Please bring a gift card or new toy for Independence House Parades![]() 8th Annual Mashpee Christmas Parade December 7, 2013, 5:30 p.m. Starts at Mashpee Commons, Mashpee More Info: (508) 477-0792 / Mashpee Christmas Parade Among all the festive events on Cape Cod in December, the Annual Mashpee Christmas Parade is one you won't want to miss! Each year the parade seems to get bigger and better. Prior parade headliners include the Avalon String Band, a renowned troupe of mummers who've delighted audiences the world over with their vivid costumes and incredible musical talents in performances at the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Dublin, the Mardi Gras Parade in New Orleans, and even a U.S. Presidential Inaugural Parade. Can't wait to see who will headline the parade this year! Hyannis Main Street Stroll and Harbor Lighting/Boat Parade Hyannis Village, from 12/07/13 For More Info: www.hyannis.com 9-10 am, Breakfast with Santa at The British Beer Company; 11 am -3 p.m.Main Street village stroll with music and holiday activities. At 4 p.m., everyone will gather at the Ocean Street Docks to enjoy the beautifully decorated boat parade. At 5:40, Santa makes an appearance to meet with the children and is surrounded by a selection of lively activities! ![]() 50th Annual Falmouth Christmas Parade 12:00 PM Presented by the Falmouth Chamber of Commerce Theme: 50 Years of Cape Cod Christmas The biggest Christmas Parade in South Eastern Massachusetts steps off at noontime at the Falmouth Mall and proceeds down Main Street to the Village Green. Known as Southeastern Massachusetts’ largest holiday parade featuring theme decorated floats, marching bands, live animals, costumed characters and Santa Claus! Santa![]() Story With Santa Cape Cod Mall Nov 15pm 6pm Join us in your favorite pair of pajamas on Friday, November 15 to welcome Santa back to the Mall! Meet us at Regal Entrance, where Santa will be arriving on a FIRE TRUCK! Everyone will then parade with Santa to Macy’s Men Court to hear Santa read some of his favorite storiesGuests will receive a small snack to enjoy and will be able to visit with Santa, make crafts, and more. Photos will be available as well. Package prices vary. Santa in Plymouth Plymouth Sat, November 16, 10-11am 3pm – 4pm Red Entrance Independence Mall101 Independence Mall Way Kingston, MA 02364 Welcome Santa to the mall and explore the fire truck! Santa Arrives at Colony Place - Plymouth November 24, 2013 12-3pm Head to Colony Place for a hayride with Santa, face painting, hot cocoa and more! BRUNCH WITH SANTA Chatham Bars Inn 11/30/13 11:30AM - 2PM More Info: http://www.chathambarsinn.com/events.php In conjunction with the Giving Tree we will be hosting Brunch with Santa in the STARS Dining Room! Children under 12 eat free with a donation to the Giving Tree to Benefit Lower Cape Outreach Council. Santa will be making the rounds to all tables during each seating. Santa Comes to Luke’s Love December 1, 2913 12-2pm Santa's 3rd annual visit to benefit a Baby Center in Hyannis. Refreshments will be provided by Chapins Restaurant in Dennis. Please bring diapers and wipes to donate to the Baby Center! Christmas in Cotuit December 7, 2013 approx 3pm Santa arrives by boat and then walks up the Village Green. Hot cocoa and cookies are given out by church. Seafaring Santa Sails into Falmouth December 7, 2013 11:00 AM Immediately following breakfast, head to the docks at Falmouth Harbor (behind the Flying Bridge Restaurant) to welcome Seafaring Santa! Santa Comes to the Fish Pier December 8, 2013, 1:30 p.m. Chatham Fish Pier, Barcliff Avenue, Chatham More Info: (508) 945-5199 When Santa makes his pre-Christmas journey to Chatham, it's big doings! No less than the United States Coast Guard provides his escort - delivering Jolly Old Saint Nick safely to the Chatham Fish Pier via Coast Guard cutter. Flying Santa is coming to Truro! Highland Lighthouse at 9:45 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Open to residents, non-residents, visitors, etc.All children up to and including sixth grade are invited to welcome Santa as he arrives by helicopter at Highland Lighthouse at 9:45 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Pre-registration is required by Dec. 3; sign up online at www.activityreg.com. There is a fee of $5. The event is organized by the Truro Recreation Dept. For more information visit www.truro-ma.gov/recreation or call (508) 487-1632, ext. 22 or 23. Other Events![]() Old Mother West Wind's Christmas Fair When: November 23, 2013 Where: Green Briar Nature Center & Jam Kitchen, 6 Discovery Hill Road, East Sandwich Admission: Free. Donations appreciated. More Info: (508) 888-6870 / Thornton Burgess Society Find something special for the holidays among quality handmade wreaths, gifts and decorations. Enjoy some home-baked treats, mulled cider and a cup of home-made clam chowder or chili. All proceeds benefit the educational programs of the Thornton W. Burgess Society. CINDERELLA AND FRIENDS’ ENCHANTED WONDERLAND Chatham Bars Inn 11/30/13 10am &1pm Be transported into a winter wonderland while enjoying a holiday story and sing-a-long with Cinderella, Prince Charming and a special visit from Santa! Children of all ages will delight in this magical interactive holiday story with Cinderella and her Prince in our Enchanted Wonderland. Festive crafts, caroling, photo opportunities, cookies and cocoa and a visit from Santa will make this event a treasured holiday memory for the whole family. Reservations required, call 508.945.0096 to reserve your ticket to this wonderful family event. Featuring performers from the Academy of Performing Arts. Parents are encouraged to bring their own camera for photo opportunities. Tickets are $18 Eastham Holiday Festival December 3, 2013, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Two locations. Orleans-Eastham Elks Lodge and The Gift Barn, Eastham Admission: Free, toy donation appreciated More Info: (508) 255-7000 or (508) 240-7211 / Eastham Holiday Festival Take the trolley running between the Elks Lodge and the Gift barn for lots of fun family activities like arts and crafts, face painting, pony rides, and plenty of refreshments for all. Santa will be around all day to meet the children. All the sponsors ask is that you bring a new, unwrapped toy of any value to the Elks Lodge to support the Elks' contribution to Toys for Tots. Your donation will go a long way to help less fortunate kids can enjoy the Holidays, too! Join in a community of adults and children having musical fun before the holidays! Treats and juice will be provided at the end for the kids (we try but we cannot guarantee an allergen free snack tray so please bring your own if your child has a food allergy or special dietary needs)! These are not drop in classes. You must register and pay in full in advance. Space is limited, so please register early. Meryl's Music Holiday Singing NORTH FALMOUTH – Meryl’s Studio 75 County Rd Monday, December 16 at 5:00 pm Tuesday, December 17 at 10:00 am Wednesday, December 18 at 10:30 am SANDWICH – Sandwich Mini Mall 152 Route 6A Tuesday, December 17 at 10:00 am Tuesday, December 17 at 5:45 pm Wednesday, December 18 at 10:00 am Thursday, December 19 at 10:00 am HARWICH – Meryl’s Studio 19 Speak Way Tuesday, December 17 at 10:00 am Tuesday, December 17 at 5:00 pm Wednesday, December 18 at 10:00 am Wednesday, December 18 at 3:45 pm Friday, December 20 at 10:00 am Saturday. December 21 at 10:00 am Olde World Christmas at Plimoth Grist Mill Friday, December 6 through Saturday, December 7 Travel back in time to where the simple joys of the season abound. It’s Christmas at the Mill! The miller and his wife have decked the halls with traditional greenery and twinkling lights. A charming Christmas story unfolds as you tour the mill and discover some traditions of long ago…the holly and the ivy, sugar plums, warm cider and gingerbread, roasted chestnuts, carol singing and ringing sleigh bells. Experience the magical sights and tastes and sounds of an old world Christmas at the Mill. Plimoth Grist Mill, 6 Spring Lane Plymouth, MA When: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tours begin at 4 p.m. and start every 15 minutes with the last tour at 8 p.m. Cost: $8 Adult Members, $5 Child Members $10 Adult Not-Yet-Member, $7 Child Not-Yet-Members For more info: Visit www.plimoth.org/calendar or call (508) 746-1622, ext. 8336 Holiday Tea & Fashion Show Friday, December 6 2:30 - 5:30 pm Woods Hole Golf Club Special first-time event to help our retailers, salons, jewelers, and other holiday shops and boutiques showcase their holiday offerings. Christmas Commons Fair December 6 - 7, 2013 Federated Church of Hyannis, Main Street, Hyannis More Info: (508) 775-0298 / Federated Church of Hyannis The Federated Church's annual Christmas Commons Fair combines lots of my favorite things - spectacular Christmas decorations, unique gift shopping, and a lobster roll lunch. That's Cape Cod at Christmas, through and through! 19th Annual "Last Best" Craft Fair Saturday, December 7th from 10am - 3pm at the Henry T. Wing School on 33 Water Street in Sandwich. Shop over 70 crafter booths through the school cafeteria, gymnasium and entrance lobbies for unique, handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your gift list. Lunch and Baked Goods will be available for purchase. Event is organized by the Henry T. Wing School PTA. The School's Scholastic Book Fair will be open as well in the Multi-Purpose Room. Falmouth Holidays-by-the-Sea Weekend Falmouth-all over 12/06/13 to 12/08/13 For More Info: www.falmouthchamber.com The crisp snap of seasonal glitter starts with the Holidays by the Sea Weekend in Falmouth. Begin the festive weekend by singing carols at Nobska Lighthouse as the winter’s sun sets over Vineyard Sound. Greet Santa as he arrives by boat at beautiful Falmouth Harbor. Join in the caroling at the lighting of the Village Green, enjoy the hospitality of merchants as you stroll down decorated Main Street before and after the lighting. Get ready for the biggest small-town Christmas parade in all of Southeast New England on Sunday! Holiday Carol Sing at Nobska Lighthouse December 7, 2013 5:30 PM Historic Nobska Lighthouse, Nobska Road, Woods Hole. Join us for a festive seasonal sing along followed by hot chocolate and cookies. Provincetown’s Holiday Party to Benefit the Arts Land’s End Inn, 22 Commercial Street, Provincetown, from 12/06/13 4:00pm - 8:00pm For More Info: 508-487-0706 www.landsendinn.com The annual Holiday Party will kick off the festive Holly Folly weekend! Enjoy signature cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, DJ entertainment and hundreds of guests in all sorts of finery to this historic treasure located high atop Gull Hill in Provincetown’s West End. A silent auction and raffle for fantastic prizes, along with the $10 requested donation, will benefit the Provincetown Art Association and Museum (PAAM). RSVP or make accommodations reservations by calling 508-487-0706 or visit landsendinn.com. Gingerbread Man Puppet Show & Cookie Decorating Sandwich Public Library room 2 12/07/13 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM & 11:30 AM to 12:15 PMOnline registration for this event begins Saturday, November 23rd. Seating is limited. Join us for our annual Gingerbread Man Puppet Show followed by cookie decorating. In partnership with the Sandwich Partnership for Families. Please call the Children's Room if you are unable to attend so that others on our wait list may attend. 508-888-0625 ext. 305. Station Avenue Elementary in Yarmouth Invites the Cape Cod Community to their Holiday Fair! December 7, 2013 9am-2-pm *Vendor and Crafter space is still available at this popular annual event!* It features a “Kids Only” shopping room where children, along with their personal shopper, select gifts for family and friends. This will give you the opportunity to visit the craft and vendor area located in our gym. We have ample parking, sell breakfast and lunch, hold multiple raffles, and have lots of kid-friendly activities. There will also be a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, musical entertainment, and a book fair. Please join us for a wonderful day filled with holiday fun!! Contact:Alena Reardon at sae_pto@yahoo.com for details Family Pancake Breakfast & Parade Raffle December 7, 2013 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Morse Pond School, Jones Road, Falmouth Face painting, pancake breakfast and family raffle to benefit the 50th Annual Falmouth Christmas Parade. Begin your morning with a delicious breakfast, great fun and a chance to win fabulous prizes! Taylor-Bray Farm Holiday Festival December 7-8, 2013 10-4pm Taylor-Bray Farm108 Bray Farm Road N. Yarmouth Port, MA LOTS of wonderful holiday crafts, baked goods and more to start the holiday season off right! Plus, complimentary refreshments. Christmas trees will be available too, and don't forget to visit the animals while you are on the farm! Holiday Cocktail Tasting Cape Cod Package Store Fine Wine & Spirits, from 12/11/13 4:00pm - 6:00pm For More Info: 508-775-2065 http://www.CapeCodPackageStore.com Take a break from the hustle and bustle! Join us for a Holiday primer on festive cocktails to be used for your entertaining pleasure! CINDERELLA AND FRIENDS’ ENCHANTED WONDERLAND Chatham Bars Inn 12/14/13 10am &1pm Be transported into a winter wonderland while enjoying a holiday story and sing-a-long with Cinderella, Prince Charming and a special visit from Santa! Children of all ages will delight in this magical interactive holiday story with Cinderella and her Prince in our Enchanted Wonderland. Festive crafts, caroling, photo opportunities, cookies and cocoa and a visit from Santa will make this event a treasured holiday memory for the whole family. Reservations required, call 508.945.0096 to reserve your ticket to this wonderful family event. Featuring performers from the Academy of Performing Arts. Parents are encouraged to bring their own camera for photo opportunities. Tickets are $18 GINGERBREAD HOUSE WORKSHOPS Chatham Bars Inn 12/14/13 4pm More Info: http://www.chathambarsinn.com/events.php Decorate your own gingerbread house! Our culinary team will provide you with a freshly baked & constructed house, along with all types of candy and colorful frosting to decorate it for the holidays! This event does sell out, please call 508-945-0096 to reserve your spot! Holiday Pops at the Plymouth Philharmonic December 14 & 15, 2013 3pm Memorial Hall83 Court Street Plymouth, MA The perfect way to expose your children to the symphony while they hear holiday classics that they know and love! This performance will also include the South Shore Conservatory Plymouth Rotary Polar Express 12/14/13 11:45am, 1:45 p.m., 4:00 p.m. & 7:15 p.m Head to Kingston for the South Shore Polar Express! There will be a fun train ride, reading of the "Polar Express", hot chocolate, a visit from elves with gifts from Santa, and a visit from the big man himself! PJs are encouraged. This event is put on by the Rotary Club of Plymouth. Chatham Historic Inn Tour Chatham Town Wide, from 12/15/13 For More Info: www.chathaminfo.com Chatham's most beautiful historic inns are all decorated for the holidays, and they are opening their doors to the public for tours! 1 to 4 p.m. Children’s Holiday Party Brewster Ladies' Library 1822 Main Street, Brewster Sat, December 21, 2pm – 3pm You’re invited to a gingerbread man party! Listen to stories about gingerbread people, enjoy a holiday sing-along with Kathy Hatch, and decorate cookies. Pilgrim Festival Chorus Messiah Sing December 22, 2013 The Church of the Pilgrimage 8 Town Square Plymouth, MA Pilgrim Festival Chorus will host a sing-through of Handel Cape Cod Hanukkah Events![]() Hanukkah Story Time with Rabbi Silverman November 19, 2013 5pm Kingston Public Library6 Green Street Kingston, MA Head to the Kingston Public Library for a special Hanukkah Story Time with Rabbi Silverman EPOCH to host Hanukkah celebration Wednesday, December 1, 2013 2pm EPOCH Senior Healthcare of Brewster, 873 Harwich Road Local musician Denya LeVine will celebrate Hanukkah with residents and guests of EPOCH Senior Healthcare of Brewster, 873 Harwich Road, on Wednesday, Dec. 1, at 2 p.m. An accomplished fiddler, LeVine will lead EPOCH residents and guests in prayer and song to mark the Festival of Lights. LeVine will also share stories and traditions of the holiday, including fresh latkes prepared for guests. EPOCH’s Hanukkah celebration is free and open to the public. Please call Gail Tarantino at 508-896-7046 for more information or to R.S.V.P. for the event. If you know of any other Holiday Events that are taking place on Cape Cod, the Islands, Plymouth or the surrounding areas, please email us at info@ccmommies.com or comment below. We will be updating this blog periodically to ensure we include everything. Thanks!
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