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Beauport Hotel Pack the Bus Toy Drive
2024-12-04 08:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-05 08:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-06 08:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-07 08:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Beauport Hotel Gloucester, 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Help brighten the holidays for local children by donating a new, unwrapped toy to our annual Pack the Bus Toy Drive! Let’s pack our Beauport Beach Bus with gifts that will make this holiday unforgettable for children in our community. Our Pack the Bus Toy Drive supports the Cape Ann Kids Holiday Fund. The Cape Ann Kids Holiday Fund is a collaboration between Action Inc., Pathways for Children, and Wellspring House that focuses on helping to ease the financial burden of the holidays for families living on Cape Ann. Your thoughtful contribution will make a big splash in our community, bringing joy to children who need it most. Learn More & Make a Cash Donation: https://bit.ly/3O84EdT

Deck The Halls Holiday Celebration at Hammond Castle Museum
2024-12-04 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-05 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Hammond Castle Museum, 80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Join us for the 2024 Holiday Season as we proudly present our sixth annual “Deck The Halls” holiday celebration! Delight in the enchanting ambiance of Christmas and White Birch trees, meticulously arranged garlands, festive wreaths, and the warm embrace of candlelight that will envelop you throughout your tour of the Hammond Castle Museum. Immerse yourself in a bygone era of opulent tranquility and holiday grandeur that promises to be unlike any other experience on the North Shore.

North Shore Children's Museum Holiday Sip & Shop
2024-12-04 17:00 - 20:00 | North Shore Children’s Museum, 10 Main Street, Peabody, M, 01960, United States
Join us for our 2nd Annual Sip & Shop event, a perfect way to kick off the holiday season!
This FREE event is your chance to get into the festive spirit while tackling your holiday shopping.
Explore a wonderful variety of local vendors offering unique gifts for everyone on your list. We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you!

Beauport Hotel Jingle Bar
2024-12-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Beauport Hotel Gloucester, 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Jingle and mingle with us this holiday season, our holiday pop-up bar is back! Join us from 6-9 PM on December 4th, December 11th, December 18th, and December 23rd for our annual Jingle Bar with General Admission passes starting at $10. Sip on champagne and holiday seasonal cocktails, relax by the fireplaces, savor light bites, and enjoy our festive trees and décor to the sounds of live musical entertainment. For an elevated Jingle Bar experience, we are offering reserved premiere table seating this year with two different seating areas available: Prime seating in our Main Jingle Bar Room and a more intimate experience in our Pavilion Room, adjacent to the Main Room. Learn More & Book Now: https://bit.ly/3AF6Oyq

Seaport Grille Holiday Toy Drive
2024-12-05 08:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-06 08:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-07 08:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-08 08:00 - 20:00 | Seaport Grille, 6 Rowe Square, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Spread holiday cheer at Seaport Grille! Join us in giving back to children of local families in our community this season by donating a new, unwrapped toy to help brighten the holidays. Our Toy Drive supports Cape Ann Kids Holiday Fund. The Cape Ann Kids Holiday Fund is a collaboration between Action Inc., Pathways for Children, and Wellspring House that focuses on helping to ease the financial burden of the holidays for families living on Cape Ann. Together, we can make the holidays a little brighter! Learn More & Make a Cash Donation: https://bit.ly/3O84EdT

Sketch Class with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound at Hammond Castle Museum
2024-12-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Hammond Castle Museum, 80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Classes are offered from 10:15 am to 12:15 pm on:
-Thursday, December 5
-Thursday, December 19
Classes are $25 each.
Hammond Castle Museum Member savings apply.
Sketch the halls during our Deck the Halls Holiday Celebration! Delight in the enchanting ambiance of White Birch & Christmas trees, meticulously arranged garlands, and festive wreaths, and lose yourself in your artistic flair as you sketch the interior of the Museum with Sue! Immerse yourself in a bygone era of opulent tranquility and holiday grandeur that promises to be unlike any other experience on the North Shore in this unique opportunity.
From stick figure doodlers to first-rate talents, join us for sketch class with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound in Magnolia. All skill levels are welcome! This two-hour session includes a 30-minute beginner sketch lesson. All you need to bring is a sketchbook, pencils and an eraser. Please note: watercolors, pastels, oils, or acrylics are not permitted inside the Museum or anywhere on the grounds.

Deck The Halls by Candlelight at Hammond Castle Museum
2024-12-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Hammond Castle Museum, 80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Every Thursday evening in December. Tours run at 6, 7, & 8pm.
Join us for our 6th annual Deck The Halls holiday celebration. Hammond Castle Museum will be dressed for the holidays inside and out.
Begin your evening as you come upon our holiday illumination where holiday lights set the Castle and our iconic arches aglow. Then, enter the Museum and delight in the enchanting ambiance of White Birch and Christmas trees, meticulously arranged garlands, festive wreaths, and the warm embrace of candlelight that will envelop you throughout your tour of the Hammond Castle Museum. Immerse yourself in a bygone era of opulent tranquility and holiday grandeur that promises to be unlike any other experience on the North Shore.
Following the advice of his mentor Alexander Graham Bell, John Hays Hammond Jr. conducted the majority of his work in the evening. While this put Hammond at odds with the rest of the inhabitants of the castle – including his wife Irene – he concluded that working throughout the night and sleeping during the day positively impacted his work as an inventor. With this in mind, “Candlelight tours” are offered on Thursday evenings throughout December. Guides will escort visitors through the Museum’s many rooms placing an emphasis on the Hammonds themselves and the time that they spent in their castle home. Electronic candles will be provided for optional use during the Candlelight Tours.

A Christmas Carol at North Shore Music Theatre
2024-12-05 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-06 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-07 19:30 - 21:30 | North Shore Music Theatre, Dunham Road 54, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
New England’s brightest holiday tradition is celebrating its 35th Anniversary! An original adaptation based on Charles Dickens’ classic novella, A CHRISTMAS CAROL is a musical ghost story following the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge (Played by David Coffee, joined once again by Cheryl McMahon as Mrs Dilber/Mrs. Fezziwig for their 30th production) through a series of strange and magical journeys, where he ultimately discovers the true spirit of the holiday season. Featuring dazzling special effects and traditional songs like “God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman,” “The Boar’s Head Carol,” and “We Wish You A Merry Christmas,” this award-winning production was created specifically for North Shore Music Theatre and has been seen by more than one million people since its debut in 1989.

Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus!
2024-12-06 15:30 - 17:30 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Friday December 6th 3:30-5:30pm – inside the venue
All ages! – Under 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult
$5 for a photo – must be taken on personal device, like an iPhone.
Option to purchase a ticket for our Elf Movie night and get a free photo instead and stay for the movie! The movie is 5-6:30pm. Learn more https://thecutlive.com/blogs/more-info-events/holiday-movie-night-elf
Thank you to Santa and Friends 01930!

Beauport Hotel Wreath Making Class
2024-12-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Beauport Hotel Gloucester, 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Join Meredith McCarthy for a serene, seaside experience as you craft your own luxurious holiday wreath. Surrounded by stunning ocean views, you’ll work with winter greenery, seasonal berries, and a custom bow to match your unique style. Learn More & Book Now: https://bit.ly/3NJjSpt

Story Time with Mrs. Claus at Cider Hill Farm
2024-12-07 09:00 - 13:00 | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, 01913, United States
Tis’ the season for simple joys at Cider Hill Farm! Mrs. Claus is visiting the farm on 11/30-12/1 and 12/7-12/8 for story time, photos, crafts and cocoa. 4 dates with 4 time slots available per date. $16 per child (all ages). Adults free. Pre-purchased tickets required. Space limited.

Holidays at the Cushing House - 2024
2024-12-07 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Museum of Old Newbury, 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
An annual tradition! Come enjoy the 1808 Cushing House decorated for the season by local garden clubs and volunteers.
Holidays at the Cushing House
Visit the 1808 Cushing House on Saturday, December 7 and Sunday, December 8 from 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to enjoy this National Historic Landmark in all its holiday finery!
Guests will enjoy exquisite decorations, festive music and the company of friends and neighbors for two days of walk-through tours.
The grand 1808 Cushing House is a perfect space to highlight the talents of area garden clubs and decorators including volunteers from the Newburyport Garden Club, Newburyport Horticultural Society, Newbury Garden Club, and West Newbury Garden Club. Special thanks to Martha Bower for the door wreaths and other decor.
This event is free to members of the Museum of Newbury and residents of “Old Newbury” (Newbury, West Newbury, Newburyport and Byfield) to thank the community for their support. $10 for general admission. Donations gratefully appreciated.
Whether you’re looking for festive inspiration, a fun outing with family and friends, or simply want to immerse yourself in the holiday atmosphere, Holidays at the Cushing House is the place to be. Mark your calendars and join us for this unforgettable event!
Special thanks to Tendercrop Farms for generously supporting our museum and garden clubs this year.

Gingerbread Cookie Decorating
2024-12-07 10:30 - 12:00 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
This event is part of our “14 Days of Gingerbread” celebration! Learn more about all the Gingerbread fun here.
Join us on Saturday, December 7th for a morning of delicious cookie decorating. Join us at 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m., or 11:30 a.m. to decorate delicious cookies from Henry’s. Each ticket holder may decorate a gingerbread person cookie of their very own using sugary icing, sprinkles and other yummy adornments. Will you nibble on your creation or take it home? The choice is yours!
Plus, all museum visitors can enjoy even more Gingerbread fun with our Gingerbread House Photo Booth and the Sensory Spice Challenge, in the lobby Dec. 7-21.

Christmas at Gordon
2024-12-07 15:00 - 18:00 | Wenham and Topsfield, MA
Celebrate Christmas with friends and family at Gordon College’s campus. From hot cocoa to the joyous Christmas Gala, Christmas at Gordon is everything merry and bright. Let your heart be light with us this season!
WHO: Gordon College & North Shore friends
WHAT: Christmas at Gordon: Tree Lighting Festival & Christmas Gala
Celebrate the season with us as we kick off the holidays with beautiful lights, hot cocoa and sweet treats! Shop local, homemade gifts, festive treats and home decor at the Christmas Marketplace. Get your craft-on at Christmas Crafts, listen to beautiful holiday music, and enjoy hayrides around campus. And get tickets for the beloved Christmas Gala, a night of beautiful choral and instrumental ensembles, Christmas readings and beloved carol sing!
WHEN: Campus Lighting Festival: Saturday, December 7th 3:00PM-6:00PM (Tree Lighting at 4:45PM!)
Christmas Gala: Friday, December 6th & Saturday, December 7th 7:30PM
WHERE: A.J Memorial Chapel, Gordon College, 255 Grapevine Road, Wenham MA 01984

The Aimee Mann & Ted Leo Christmas Show
2024-12-07 20:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
Ft. Paul F. Tompkins, Nellie McKay & Josh Gondelman
“Delightful…a Santa-stupefying balance of naughty and nice…with the giddy warmth of an eggnog buzz. Hangover included, of course.” – New York Times
“Genuine, irony-free good cheer had been spread, making Mann’s Christmas extravaganza one of the season’s best gifts.” – Boston Herald
Aimee Mann and Ted Leo began collaborating, under the inconspicuous band name the Both, in 2013. The pairing revealed two artists with more in common than one might suspect. Mann, a generational singer-songwriter, was, in her formative years, a punk, before coming up playing in the New Wave favorites ’Til Tuesday, and eventually turning to the wry ballads for which she is revered. Leo, a New Jersey-bred punk hero, is a biting lyricist attuned to the nuances of pop songcraft. Both are fiercely independent artists, free to follow their muses where they travel—even if that happens to be a holiday variety show that mixes jovial Christmas classics with piquant original songs. A seasonal tradition for Mann since 2006, the concert includes sketches and guests from both musical and comedic realms. – New Yorker Magazine
