Santi and Perch: Countdown to Christmas
2024-12-13 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-14 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-15 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Chelmsford Center for the Arts, Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Rd, Chelmsford, MA, 01824, United States
Looking for some holiday fun for the whole family? Then look no further than Santi and Perch: Countdown to Christmas! This original holiday musical follows the story of two North Pole elves on a mission to rewrite Santa’s naughty and nice list.
PERFORMANCE DATES:
December 13th & 14th at 7pm and December 15th at 2pm in the auditorium.
The show runs at approximately 90 minutes with one 15 minute intermission.
PRODUCTION INFORMATION:
Presented by The Playground
Book by Eloise Hoffman
Original Music by Lauren Cochran, Donna DeWitt and Kaitlin Self-Aris
General admission tickets $15.00, $10.00 for Students and Seniors.

A Charlie Brown Christmas at Lowell Memorial Auditorium
2024-12-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
A Charlie Brown Christmas, the Emmy and Peabody award-winning story by Charles M. Schulz, has warmed the hearts of millions of fans since it first aired on television over fifty-five years ago.
Now the classic animated television special comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation that celebrates the timeless television classic so the whole family can join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts characters in their journey to uncover the true meaning of Christmas.
After the final bow, the show crescendos into a celebration of song as the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and carols.
A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage is a present the whole family can enjoy! There’s no better way for both among children and adults to discover the magic of the season!
All children regardless of age must have a ticket to attend.
A limited number of Charlie Brown Meet & Greet Packages are available for this performance for $129 each and include:
One premium reserved ticket located in the first 10 rows
Exclusive post show meet & greet with members of the Peanuts gang
Personal photograph with members of the Peanuts gang
Commemorative laminate and lanyard
On-site VIP host
Limited availability
Package buyers will receive an email approximately three days prior to the show date with VIP details, sent to the address submitted at time of purchase. One More Time VIP, the artist, tour, promoter, ticketing company, venue or any other affiliated parties are not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information provided by the consumer. All packages and package contents are non-transferable; no refunds or exchanges; all sales are final. Package elements are subject to change. VIP merchandise items will be distributed at the show. If you have any questions regarding your VIP package elements, please contact info@onemoretimevip.com

Cheers Cheer Cocktail Reception
2024-12-13 19:00 - 22:00 | The Groton Inn, The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
✨ Cheers & Cheer Reception at The Groton Inn ✨
Step into a night of holiday magic and elegance at The Groton Inn’s Cheers & Cheer Cocktail Reception! Celebrate the season in style with an evening of festive cheer, live music, and culinary delights.
*Highlights:
Dress to Impress: Slip into your favorite festive cocktail attire for a sophisticated evening out.
Delightful Treats: Savor delicious hors d’oeuvres and holiday-inspired drinks crafted to elevate the season’s spirit.
Live Jazz Entertainment: Immerse yourself in smooth melodies performed by the talented Maria Frattura Trio.
As The Groton Inn dazzles with holiday décor, raise a glass to the joys of the season and create memories that will last a lifetime.
*Event Details:
-Date & Time: Friday, December 13th from 7pm-10pm
-Location: The Groton Inn Keep’s Conservatory & Lobby
-Price: $ 67.20 per person (includes hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, tax, and gratuity). Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase separately.

Holiday Pops @ The Umbrella
2024-12-13 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-14 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-14 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-15 15:00 - 17:00 | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
The Umbrella Stage Company in partnership with The Firebird Pops Orchestra is thrilled to announce the return of our holiday pops concert, with featured soloists Lori L’Italien and Mara Bonde!
The orchestra will sweep you away with magical scores from seasonal favorites like Sleigh Ride and The Eighth Candle, classics including The Christmas Song, the beloved sing-along–plus a new holiday favorite, Rocket Sleigh (by Boston-based composer Delvyn Case)!
Fun for the whole family–enjoy seasonal favorites at concessions, fun activities for the kids during intermission, and the chance to sing along together in celebration.
It’s sure to be a magical event! And because last season’s concerts were completely sold out, we’re glad to say that we’ve added extra performances this year to meet demand, but don’t delay!
https://theumbrellaarts.org/pops

Annual Reenactment of the Lexington Tea Party
2024-12-14 12:00 - 17:00 | Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
On December 13, 1773, three days before the Boston Tea Party, the Lexington Town Meeting concluded a multi-day debate with a resolution to stop purchasing or drinking imported British tea. The crowd spilled out onto the common behind the meeting house and made a bonfire, throwing the entire town’s supply of tea into it.
Each year, we reenact this occasion with a day of tea history! Join us for fun, interactive activities to learn more about why tea was so important to the Revolution. Meet with the Lexington residents of 1773 to hear their side of the story, find out where tea comes from, and end the day by gathering around the fire and burning the tea!
12:00 – 3:00 PM: Drop-in activities upstairs at Buckman Tavern
12:30 PM: The Lexington Minute Men practice military drill to ready themselves for the coming conflict
1:00 PM: The 18th century townspeople of Lexington (led by local Boy Scouts) begin to build a fire to destroy the detested tea
1:30 PM: William Diamond Jr. Fife and Drum Corps rallies the crowd with patriotic music
1:45 PM: THE BURNING OF THE TEA
2:00 PM: Program conclusion with music from William Diamond Jr. Fife and Drum Corps and a musket salute from the Lexington Minute Men
This event is presented in partnership with the Lexington Minute Men, the Chinese-American Association of Lexington, Boy Scout Troop 160, and Mark T. Wendell Tea Company.

Ali McGuirk Band in North Andover
2024-12-14 20:00 - 22:30 | Crossroads Music Series, Crossroads Music Series, 190 Academy Rd, North Andover, MA, 01845, United States
Blending classic soul power with a folk songwriter lyricism, New England’s Ali McGuirk has the rare ability to silence a room with just a few words of a song. With a voice that is raw and sultry and a style rooted in improvisation, her sets are a hypnotic and intimate journey.
On her Signature Sounds Recordings debut ’Til It’s Gone, McGuirk delivers a sublime set of songs that pairs her trademark soul sound with rootsy turns and raw rock ‘n’ roll detours. The album landed on the Boston Globe’s Top 50 Albums list for 2022.
“With all the hooks of Lake Street Dive but more earthy tenderness and smart introspection…” –Boston Herald
“The result on Til It’s Gone provides a wealth of sonic enjoyment.” – PopMatters

Live Greek & Middle Eastern Music and Bellydancing
2024-12-14 20:00 - 23:00, 2024-12-21 20:00 - 23:00 | Athenian Corner Restaurant, 207 Market Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Live music and dancing featuring the Athenian Corner Ensemble

Sunday Brunch at The Westford Regency
2024-12-15 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center, Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center, 219 Littleton Rd, Westford, MA, 01886, United States
Our famous brunch is back and better than ever featuring an array of chef prepared specialties sure to satisfy any palette! Some featured cuisine includes:
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Cooked-to-Order Omelets and Belgian Waffles
Fresh Tropical Fruits
Chef Prepared Pastries
Seafood and Chicken Entrees/ Chef’s Selection
Cheese Raviolis
Delicious Selection of Side Dishes including Fresh Salads and Locally Grown Vegetables and Chef’s Choice of Starch
Impressive Dessert Selection
Specialty Mimosas and Brunch Cocktails (21+) (not included in price)
$25.95
This impressive assortment of items will comfortably satisfy your appetite and then some! Brunch is hosted every Sunday in our exquisite main foyer, Clark’s Restaurant and Stony Brook Café. Private Rooms are available for larger parties and reservations are required. Book online at www.westfordregency.com

Holiday Magick Market at Moonlight & Mindfulness
2024-12-15 11:00 - 16:00 | Moonlight & Mindfulness, Moonlight & Mindfulness, 91 Mill St # 7, Dracut, MA, 01826, United States
Come get warm and shop small with us this holiday season! We’ll have a lovely indoor vendor market for you to shop local creations, and while you’re here, you get a tarot card reading from one of two of our very talented readers. You’ll also enjoy giveaways, experience an actual magician performing magic, and more.
You can check out some of our amazing vendors here, more will be added to this page each day: moonlightmindfulness.com/vendors
We will also have TWO tarot card readers for this event, Hailey Moonz and Jaymie Winterbourne! You can learn more about them and pre-book your time slot using the link here, or you can book the day of if we have any time slots available. Spots do fill-up fast, so we recommend booking in advance.

Boston Pops – Holiday Pops 2024 at Lowell Memorial Auditorium
2024-12-15 14:30 - 16:00 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Join the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra and Conductor Keith Lockhart for their sparkling and beloved Holiday Pops concert. Capturing the magic of the Christmas season and the winter charms of New England, the Boston Pops will perform their signature Sleigh Ride, as well as other Holiday classics, and new arrangements of seasonal favorites. Santa Claus himself will make a guest appearance during the concert’s finale, followed by the traditional Boston Pops Holiday Sing-a-long, to bring this special performance to a close.

WWE Superstars LIVE! Lowell Auditorium
2024-12-17 18:30 - 21:30 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Don’t miss all your favorite NXT Superstars LIVE right here at Lowell Auditorium on 12/17 including: NXT Champion Trick Williams, NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez, NXT North American Champion Tony D’Angelo, NXT Women’s North American Champion, Fallon Henley, Ethan Page, Kelani Jordan & more!
Card Subject to change.
A limited number of NXT Ringsider Packages will be available for this event and include:
– Premium ringside seat within the first five rows across from NXT cameras
– Limited Edition WWE VIP Chair

Winter Workshop: Snow Globes
2024-12-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Who knows what Mother Nature will bring this year but guarantee a little “snow” for the holidays with a homemade snow globe. A sprinkle of “snow” and a dash of creativity is all you need to make and take your very own mini snow globe.
Wednesday, December 18, 2024, 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free with admission

Celtic Woman: White Christmas Symphony Tour 2024 at Lowell Memorial Auditorium
2024-12-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
This is a rare opportunity to hear Grammy-nominated Celtic Woman’s angelic harmonies with the thrilling live sound a full symphony orchestra in an intimate concert setting.
The show features the all-female ensemble’s favorite Yuletide songs: Silent Night, Carol of the Bells, Sleigh Ride, Deck the Halls & more, along with Celtic Woman favorites Danny Boy, Amazing Grace & You Raise Me Up.
So, take your seat, and prepare for an enchanting evening filled with holiday cheer.

Canadian Brass at Cary Hall
2024-12-20 19:30 - 21:30 | Lexington’s Cary Memorial Hall, 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
The Kings of Brass are ready to make the holiday season merry and bright with Making Spirits Bright. This quintet never fails to delight with their winning combination of fabulous sound, engaging wit, popular programming, and top-notch showmanship. Making Spirits Bright includes original arrangements and signature takes on beloved holiday classics such as “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” “Charlie Brown Christmas,” “Silver Bells, “Songs of Hanukkah,” and “Jingle Bell Rock.” The spirit and sparkle of Canadian Brass has earned them a loyal legion of fans worldwide. “Nothing proclaims celebration and festivity like the sound of brass instruments. And if those instruments are played by Canadian Brass, there is even greater cause for celebration” (Toronto Star).

Santa Tea at Town Meeting Bistro
2024-12-21 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-22 10:00 - 14:00 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Get ready to kick off the holidays with our Santa Tea Experiences. Bring your friends and family of all ages to enjoy tea, cocktails and bites as well as gingerbread cookie decorating, crafts, letters to the North Pole and visit by Santa Claus himself!
Details
Saturday, December 21st, 2024
Seatings in both Town Meeting and the INNgloo Wonderland available at 10am, 12pm, 2pm
Adults: $90: Savory and Sweet Bite Towers, High Tea Service, Holiday Cocktail and Access to Santa’s Photobooth
Children 4-12: $65 Letters to Santa, Cookie Decorating, Santa’s Photo Booth, Ornament Making, Bites and Hot Cocoa or Tea.
Children 3 and under: Free (Kindly notify when booking)
Enhance your experience by booking Santa Tea in our INNgloo Wonderland! A $100 INNgloo Experience Fee plus 7% tax and 20% service fee will be added to your final bill. INNgloos are subject to availability and must be booked in advance. Each INNgloo can accommodate a maximum of 6 guests.
Christmas Tea Menu:
Figgy Pudding
Peppermint Candy Cane Cookie
Christmas Tree Cupcake
Sticky Toffee Pudding Donut
Cranberry Orange Scone
Confit Duck Tart
Roast Beef Horseradish Cream and Watercress
Coronation Chicken
Deviled Egg
Smoked Salmon
Assorted J’enwey Tea selections, Hot Cocoa and holiday cocktails for adults
THIS IS A SAMPLE MENU: The menu is subject to change based upon product availability and quality.
Location
Town Meeting Bistro
2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA 02421, USA

Holiday Hands-On History: Spiced Orange Pomander Balls
2024-12-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Many holiday decorating traditions started as a way to bring bright colors and fresh scents into the home during dark winter months. Pomander balls, made of oranges studded with cloves, do just that, and will last for months. Design your own with a ribbon for hanging!
Included with museum admission. Stop in any time between 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM to make your own!

Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert at Lowell Memorial Auditorium - Sold Out Show!
2024-12-21 20:00 - 22:00 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Get ready for an unparalleled musical odyssey as Nickelodeon, GEA Live and Senbla proudly present: Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert. Immerse yourself in an over two-hour production with a live orchestra bringing the show’s iconic musical score to life, in perfect harmony with highlights and favorite moments from the series. Taiko and erhu will share the spotlight with violins and clarinets, while the series’ most beloved scenes play out on screen, bringing viewers into the Avatar world to experience the series’ most memorable moments with Aang, Katara, Toph, Sokka, Zuko and more.

December Vacation Week at Discovery Museum
2024-12-22 09:00 - 16:30, 2024-12-23 09:00 - 16:30, 2024-12-26 09:00 - 16:30 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join us for a week of winter fun! Stop by the PlayLab where you can build with our collection of LEGO® bricks, add your wish for the new year to our Winter Wishes Tree, or settle in with a good book. Head out to Discovery Treehouse to Move Like an Animal and enjoy the sights and sounds of winter around Discovery Woods.

Have a Jolly Christmas Dinner at PINO at Chateau Merrimack Resort & Spa
2024-12-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Chateau Merrimack, 160 Pawtucket Boulevard, Tyngsborough, MA, 01879, United States
RSVP by December 22nd

Hannukah at Town Meeting Bistro
2024-12-26 17:00 - 20:30 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Gather your family and loved ones and join us at Town Meeting Bistro to enjoy the warmth and comfort of our delicious Hannukah Specials!
Details
Hannukah a la carte Dinner Specials will be offered starting December 26th to December 28th during dinner service.
Reservations available from 5:00 pm to 8:45 pm
Dinner Specials Menu
Appetizers
Shlishkes
Hickory Smoked Butter Breadcrumbs
Latkes
Sour Cream and Apple Sauce
Entrees
Chicken Paprikash
Nokedli and Cabbage
Pomegranate Molasses Braised Brisket
Roasted Carrots and Fingerling Potatoes
Desserts
Bundt Noodle Kugel
Walnuts and Caramel
Location
Town Meeting Bistro
2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA 02421, USA
