Holiday Happenings

Wednesday, Dec. 3
Holiday Boxwood Workshop. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 7 to 9 p.m., South Shore Natural Science Center, 48 Jacobs Lane, Norwell. Learn to create holiday centerpiece. Cost is $27 for members or $32 for non-members. The workshop is geared for all levels. Bring a pair of small pruning shears and a box to bring your creation home in. All materials are included in the program fee. For more information or to register, call 781-659-2559 or visit www.ssnsc.org.

Toys for Tots and food drive. Windsor Woods, 1097 Turnpike St., Canton until Wednesday, Dec. 17. New, non-violent, unwrapped toys are needed for ages newborn to 10. For the food drive, non-perishable food, baby food, personal care items and household products are needed. For more information call 781-830-9100 or e-mail cantonmktwindsorcommunities.com.
Thursday, Dec. 4
Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce Holiday Gathering. 4 to 6 p.m., Benjamin's Restaurant, 698 Bay St., Taunton. A minimum donation of $10 per person will support local children's organizations. There will be complimentary appetizers and a cash bar. Register by calling 508-824-4068 or e-mailing infotauntonareachamber.org.
Lighting of Boston's official Christmas tree. 6 to 8 p.m. on Boston Common.
Helping Paws for the Holidays. The Pet Food Shoppe, Route 44, Lakeville. To benefit Massachusetts Vest-a-Dog, Inc. Will provide bullet protective vests for police dogs throughout Massachusetts. Events, running certain days throughout December, include Santa photos of your pet and family, demonstrations, raffles and more. For more information visit www.mavestadog.org or 508-824-6978.
Friday, Dec. 5
Singles Executives Club Christmas party and singles dance. Free dance lessons 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., party 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m., The Lantana, 43 Scanlon Drive, Randolph. For people age 35 and older. Proper dress required. Cost is $12. For information visit www.se-4u.com or call 781-446-0234.
Musical Holiday Party 21. Braintree Sons of Italy, 161 King Hill Road, Braintree. Includes a social hour and a four course dinner followed by the show. Show dates are Dec 5 to 7, 10 to 14, and 18 to 21. Evenings, dinner will be 7 p.m., show 8:30 p.m. Matinees Sunday, Dec 7, 14 and 21, with dinner 2 p.m. and show 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, there will be two shows; a matinee with dinner 12:30 p.m. and show 2 p.m. and evening performance at 7 p.m. Tickets are $45 for dinner and show, with a discounts available. For more information or to make reservations, call Quincy Dinner Theatre Productions, 781-843-5862.
Second annual SSgt Bill Callahan Christmas Party to benefit Toys for Tots. 8 p.m., Venus II, 277 Ocean St., Marshfield. There will be musical entertainment by WOOT and raffles. Admission is free with a donation of a new, unwrapped toy or a supermarket gift card, which will be given to area combat-related veterans in need. To make a donation or for more information e-mail Mary Ellen Callahan, usmcgoldstarmumyahoo.com.
Bridgewater State College annual Holiday Concert. 8 p.m., Boyden Hall's Horace Mann Auditorium. Features cultural music. The concert is free and open to the public. For more information call 508-531-1377.
Photos with Santa. Friday, Dec. 5, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at 110 Main St., Bridgewater and Saturday, Dec. 6, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., 1265 Belmont St., Brockton. Free. For more information contact Melissa M. McLoud, 508-587-3210, extension 3365 or mmcloudcommunitybank.com.
'Kids Night Out', Holiday at Hogwarts. 6 to 8 p.m., South Shore Natural Science Center, 48 Jacobs Lane, Norwell. For Harry Potter fans ages 6 and older. Includes food, holiday shopping, raffles and more. Cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. Additional siblings get a $3 discount. Pre-registration and pre-payment required by calling 781-659-2559 or visiting www.ssnsc.org.
'Lights On' Downtown Taunton. 6 p.m. to 12:30 p.m., Steve's Backstage Pass, 15 School St., Taunton. Featuring live music and more. Cost is $5. For more information visit www.heartoftaunton.com.
Friends of Cranberry Hospice annual Festival of Trees. Dec. 5 to 7 at Plimoth Plantation in Plymouth. Dec. 5, festival runs 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entertainment includes The Tanglewood Marionettes, visits from Santa, a cocktail reception and unique gift shop. All proceeds benefit Cranberry Hospice. For more information call 781-934-7778.
Handel and Haydn Society Handel's Messiah. Runs Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., Dec. 6, 3 p.m. and Dec. 7, 3 p.m. at Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts Ave., Boston. Tickets range from $25 to $86, and may be purchased at www.handelandhaydn.org, by phone, 617-266-3605 or in person at the Handel and Haydn office, Horticultural Hall, 300 Massachusetts Ave., Boston.
'Polar Express' to be shown during Friday Night Movies at the Library. 7 p.m., Lakeville Public Library. Popcorn and juice will be provided. This event is free and open to all ages. For more information e-mail Teresa Mirra, teemirrasailsinc.org.
Starlight Charities, Inc. Festival of Lights. Open 5 to 9 p.m. on weeknights and 5 to 10 p.m. on weekends at 55 Alexander Drive, Dec. 5 through Dec. 25. Free animated walk through a village with 200,000 lights decorating the way. Donations will be accepted and will go towards Lions Special Weekends. For more information visit www.bridgewaterfestivaloflights.com.
Holiday Carol Contest and sing-a-long. 5 to 9 p.m., Bristol Building, 752 Purchase St., New Bedford. For more information visit www.firstfridaysnb.org or call 508-999-0691 or 508-990-2332.
Saturday, Dec. 6
'The Nutcracker' to be performed by Franklin Performing Arts Company. 2 and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 7, 2 p.m. The performance will be presented at Thomas D. Mercer Auditorium, 224 Oak St., Franklin. Tickets are on sale by calling 508-528-8668 or at The Spotlight Shop, 34 Main St., Franklin. Reserved seating is at $24 to $26. Visit www.FPAConline.com for more information.
Breakfast with Santa. 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., Holy Family-Holy Name School, 91 Summer St., New Bedford. Will also include a crafts table. Tickets are $4 for children and $5 for adults. Pictures with Santa are $3 and a canned good. For reservations and information call 508-993-3547.
Holiday Concert. 7 p.m., Unity Church, 13 Main St., North Easton. A diverse program of holiday music will be presented with special guests. The concert is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be available and apple crisps will be for sale.
Holly Day Artisan Faire. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., First Parish Unitarian-Universalist Church, 50 School St., Bridgewater. Includes handcrafted items, gifts, cookie walk, homemade soups and breads. Visit with Santa 12 and 2 p.m. For more information call 508-697-2525.
Holiday Walk in Attleboro. The walks run 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at National Shrine of Our Lady of LaSalette, which features the largest outdoor display of holiday lights on the east coast. The display of lights begins 5 p.m. Pets are welcome but must be leashed. For more information contact 508-222-1152, Magoo249 aol.com or www.ava.org/clubs/ walknmass.
'The Magic of Christmas!' performance by Star Players of Bristol County. 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Also Dec. 7, 3 p.m. All performances will be held at Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School auditorium, 415 Center St., Bridgewater. To order tickets call 1-800-838-3006 or visit www.StarPlayersBC.org.
Holiday shopping event. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Trinity Episcopal Church, 91 Main St., Bridgewater. For more information, call Cindi Vanderstreet, 508-587-6925.
Lillie B. Merrill Elementary School Breakfast with Santa. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Admission is $1 per person and will include breakfast, face painting, a craft table, young shoppers club, book fair, raffles and pictures with Santa for $2 per person. For more information call 508-824-2490.
Pinehills arthouse boutique. 12 to 7 p.m., 1 Village Green North, Plymouth. Includes custom-made jewelry, hand knit apparel, artwork, home furnishings and more. For more information visit www.pinehills.com or call 508-209-2000.
Sunday, Dec. 7
Federal Hill Christmas Stroll. 2 p.m., Providence. There will be pictures with Santa, horse and buggy rides, shopping discounts, free refreshments, ice sculpting and more. A tree lighting will be held 5 p.m. For information visit www.providencefederalhill.com or call 401-453-6161 or e-mail infoprovidencefederalhill.com.
Unity Church Handbell Ringers Ringing in the Season annual concert. 2 p.m., Borderland State Park Mansion Library, Massapoag Avenue, North Easton. Susan Maffa, Unity Church soprano soloist will also be featured along with the three octave eleven member handbell choir directed by Unity Church organist, Richard Hill.
Blue Hills Regional Holiday Tea with Canton Choral Society. 2:30 to 4 p.m., 800 Randolph St., Canton. The festive event will feature the Canton Choral Society. Admission is $26 for adults and $12 for children under 12. Reservations are limited. For information call 781-828-5800, extension 228.
Bridgewater State College Alumni Chamber Choir holiday concert. 3 p.m., Central Square Congregational Church, 71 Central Square, Bridgewater. Admission is $10 for the general public and $5 for seniors and students. For more information, call Jane Clemons, 781-344-3320 or visit www.bscacc.org.
Annual Carver Holiday House Tour and holiday sing-a-long. 1 to 5 p.m. To benefit Habitat for Humanity of Greater Plymouth. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 on the day of the tour. Advance tickets may be purchased at Century 21 Classic Gold Realty, 96 North Main St. or at United Parish office, 115 Main St., Carver, or by calling 508-866-4188. Tickets will also be available at Carver Public Library Saturday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Dec. 7, 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. A raffle will also be held during these hour. For more information, call Marianne MacLeod, 508-866-5938.
The Chaminade Pops Singers Christmas Program. 2:30 p.m., Florence Sweet Clubhouse, 44 Peck St., Attleboro. Tickets are $8 at 508-285-4049.
Pancake Breakfast with Santa. Applebee's in Raynham. Breakfast is served 8 to 10 a.m. Photos with Santa will be available. The West Bridgewater Lion mascot will be on hand to help serve pancakes. Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased at the Carriage House Salon - Spa and the West Bridgewater branch of Bridgewater Savings Bank. Buy three or more tickets at the Carriage House and receive a $5 gift certificate to the salon. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Fund. For more information or tickets call Kelly Le, 781-858-7168.
Pinehills Holidays on the Green. 12 to 5 p.m., 1 Village Green North, Plymouth. For more information visit www.pinehills.com or call 508-209-2000.
Thursday, Dec. 11
Holiday Get Together. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Benjamin's Restaurant, 698 Bay St., Taunton. Includes Hors D'oeuvres and a cash bar. Tickets cost $20. All proceeds to help the area's homeless. For tickets call 508-821-1092.
Friday, Dec. 12
'Single Executives Club' Christmas party and singles dance. 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m., Whites, 66 State Rd., Westport. Cost is $12. For people age 35 and older. Proper dress required. For more information call 781-446-0234 or visit www.se-4u.com.
Stoughton High School production of 'A Christmas Carol.' Also Dec. 13 and 14, 232 Pearl St. For more information call 781-344-7001.
Little Theatre production of 'A Christmas Carol.' Runs through Dec. 14. Show times are Friday, Dec 12, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Dec 13, 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec 14, 5 p.m. Refreshments will be available during intermission. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children and seniors. All seats are general admission. Tickets are on sale at Bob's Foodmart, Pages Market, online at wwwlittletheatreofstoughton.com or from any cast member.
Christmas Sing-a-long. Doors open 7:30 p.m., show starts 8 p.m., Immaculate Conception Church, 122 Canton St., Stoughton. Proceeds go to Catholic church building project in Tanzania. For more information visit www.chriscares.org/.
Saturday, Dec. 13
'Humbug!' to be performed by Franklin Performing Arts Company. Performances are 2 and 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 14, 2 p.m. The performance will be presented at Thomas D. Mercer Auditorium, 224 Oak St., Franklin. Tickets are on sale by calling 508-528-8668 or at The Spotlight Shop, 34 Main St., Franklin. Reserved seating is at $24 to $26. Visit www.FPAConline.com for more information.
Southeastern Massachusetts Festival Chorus holiday concert. 7 p.m., Taunton High School Auditorium and Sunday, Dec. 14, 4 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Bridgewater. For more information contact Eric or Steve at 508-821-9571 or smfc2verizon.net or visit www.smfcOnline.org.
The Roseland Ballroom Christmas Cotillion Spectacular and 'Merry Christmas Charlie Brown'. Doors open 6:30 p.m., dinner served 7 to 8 p.m. and entertainment and dancing 8 to 11 p.m. Also Saturday, Dec. 20. Cost for the package is $45. For the dance and show only, cost is $30. There is a $5 fee at the door. For tickets and information, visit www.RoselandProductions.com or call 508-828-9189.
Immaculate Conception Parish annual Craft Fair. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 720 Broad St., East Weymouth. Includes country crafts, baked goods, candles, adult/children painted clothing, woodcrafts, dolls, jewelry, floral arrangements, food and more.
Holiday craft fair and bake sale. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Emmanuel House Residence Assisted Living, 25 East Nilsson St., Brockton. For more information contact 508-588-5334 and ask for Rita, extension 620 or Valerie, 613.
Made in Lakeville holiday craft and gift sale. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lakeville Senior Center, 1 Dear Crossing, Lakeville. For more information e-mail Joanne, LakevilleFestivalhotmail.com or call 508-763-3008.
Sunday, Dec. 14
Celebrate Christmas' instrumental and choral presentation. 5 p.m. light refreshments, 6 p.m., program begins, Trinity Covenant Church, 1095 South St., Bridgewater. Free. Music booklets available for audience participation. For more information call 508-697-2226, e-mail mailboxtrinitycovenant.net or visit www.trinitycovenant.net.
Jubilate Chorale of Southern Massachusetts Illuminations concert. 3 p.m., Christ Congregational Church, 1350 Pleasant ST., Brockton. Advance tickets are $15 for students and seniors and $20 for adults. Tickets at the door ar $22. For tickets and information visit www.jubilatesings.org or call 508-427-6640.
The Jewish War Veterans Post 302 Chanukah breakfast and entertainment. 9:15 a.m., Temple Beth Am, Randolph. All are welcome to attend. Admission is $4 per person. Breakfast will be free to anyone joining the Post on that day. Call for reservations at 781-963-6304 or 781-961-5911.
The Winter Rose cantata. 10 a.m., presented by the Choir of the First Congregational Church, 1 South Main St., Randolph, 781-963-6373.
Rockettes and shopping trip. Dec. 14 to 15. Cost is $239 per person double, $239.00 per person triple or $299 single. Includes transportation, one night hotel accommodation, one breakfast buffet, one dinner and an orchestra seat at the show. For reservations and information contact Barbara Monaco, barbara0324hotmail.com, 508-735-4906, or Marge Adams, 781-447-5013.
Matinee performance of the 1959 Christmas Cotillion. Doors open 11:30 a.m., lunch begins 12 p.m., show starts 1 p.m., Benjamin's Restaurant, 698 Bay St., Taunton. Featuring Sinatra song stylist Michael Dutra and 'Merry Christmas Charlie Brown'. Tickets $45 general admission and $40 for seniors and children. For more information contact Roseland Ballroom.
Monday, Dec. 15
Festival Jazz Chorus. 7 p.m., Unity Church, 13 Main St., North Easton. Free.
Wednesday, Dec. 17
A Musical Christmas Gift. 12:15 p.m., Unity Church 13 Main St., North Easton. Richard Hill organ Christmas concert.
Toys For Tots Drive. Register of Deeds Bill O'Donnell announces that the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is sponsoring its second annual Toys for Tots drive at the Registry of Deeds, 649 High St. Donations of toys and games for children ranging up to age 10 are being accepted until 4 p.m. A donation bin has been set up in the lobby which is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information call 1-781-461-6101 or visit www.norfolkdeeds.org.
Windsor Woods toy and food drive. Windsor Woods, 1097 Turnpike St., Canton, will hold a Toys for Tots and food drive until Wednesday, Dec. 17. New, non-violent, unwrapped toys are needed for ages newborn to 10. For the food drive, non-perishable food, baby food, personal care items and household products are needed. For more information call 781-830-9100 or e-mail cantonmktwindsorcommunities.com.
Thursday, Dec. 18
Annual Easton Chamber Orchestra Messiah Sing. 8 p.m., Immaculate Conception Church, Main Street, North Easton. Free.
Handel and Haydn Society 'A Bach Christmas'. Runs Dec. 18, 8 p.m. and Dec. 21, 3 p.m. at Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough St., Boston. Tickets range from $36 to $75, and may be purchased at www.handelandhaydn.org, by phone, 617-266-3605 or in person at the Handel and Haydn office, Horticultural Hall, 300 Massachusetts Ave., Boston.
Friday, Dec. 19
Singles Executives Club Christmas party and singles dance. Free dance lessons 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., party 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m., Holiday Inn, Grand Ballroom, 929 Hingham St., Rockland. For people age 35 and older. Proper dress required. Cost is $12. For information visit www.se-4u.com or call 781-446-0234.
Old Bridgewater Historical Society annual Christmas Concert. 7:30 p.m., 162 Howard St. Also Sunday, Dec. 21, 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $12. Buy three, get one free. For reservations call 508-223-7207.
The Roseland Ballroom Christmas Cotillion Spectacular and 'Merry Christmas Charlie Brown'. Doors open 6:30 p.m., dinner served 7 to 8 p.m. and entertainment and dancing 8 to 11 p.m. Cost for the package is $55. For the dance and shirt dress pattern show only, cost is $35. For tickets and information, visit www.RoselandProductions.com or call 508-828-9189.
Saturday, Dec. 20
Polar Express train ride. Four times, starting 11:45 a.m. and the last train pulling in 8:10 p.m., by Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield. Tickets are $20 each and are on sale at the Boys and Girls Club and at www.marshfieldpolarexpress.com. All proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield. Sponsors needed. For more information call 781-834-2582.
'A Boston Holiday Tradition - Jane Olivor at Berklee' performance. 8 p.m., Berklee Performance Center, 136 Massachusetts Ave., Boston. Cabaret. For tickets visit the box office, call 617-747-2261 or visit www.ticketmaster.com or call ticket master at 617-931-2000.
Sunday, Dec. 21
Jimmy Mazz holiday concert. 2 p.m., Mansfield Music and layered dress Arts Society. Tickets are $20 for general admission and clockwork orange fancy dress $18 for Society members, seniors over 65 and students under 18. For reservations visit www.mmas.org or call 508-339-2822. For more information on Jimmy Mazz, visit www.jmazzsings.com.
Friday, Dec. 27
Singles Executives Club Christmas party and singles dance. Free dance lessons 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., party 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m., The Lafayette House Ballroom, 109 Washington St., Foxboro. For people age 35older. Proper dress required. Cost is $12. For information visit www.se-4u.com or call 781-446-0234.


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