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2015 Wellesley holiday happenings

December 1, 2015 by Bob Brown Leave a Comment

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Wellesley Gardeners' Guild, Christmas, 2015
Wellesley Gardeners’ Guild tree, by Kerri Raeke, Candyland

*Mass Hort Festival of Trees (Nov. 27- Dec. 13)

Festival of Trees and Snow Village features trains winding through holiday villages, Santa visits,
horse-drawn wagon rides, and music weekends, and much more. Free parking.

ADMISSIONS: $10 per person, children 11 and under free
Mass Hort members: $8

NEW MEMBERS:JOIN FROM NOVEMBER 21 – DECEMBER 12 AND GET IN FREE!
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FESTIVAL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Days/DatesFestival OpenSanta VisitsWagon RidesOther Events
Fri – Sun
November 27 – 29
10 am – 8 pm1-4 pmNoon-5:30 pm
Wed – Thu
December 2 – 3
4 pm – 8 pm
Friday
December 4
10 am – 8 pm
Sat – Sun
December 5 – 6
10 am – 8 pm1-4 pmNoon-5:30 pmDec. 6: 5-6 pm
Wellesley Choral Society
Wed – Thu
December 9 – 10
4 pm – 8 pm
Friday
December 11
10 am – 8 pm
Saturday
December 12
10 am – 8 pm1-4 pmNoon-5:30 pm
Sunday
December 13
10 am – 6 pm1-4 pmNoon-5:30 pm

Massachusetts Horticultural Society’s Festival of Trees showcases dozens of trees and the Snow Village at Elm Bank for children and adults to enjoy. This annual festival takes place from the end of November through the first two weeks of December at Mass Hort’s Elm Bank property, 900 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02482.

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TREES & TRIMMINGS: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5th 9AM-5PM.  Saint John School’s annual holiday market filled with everything you need for a magical Christmas: freshly cut trees from Wilson Farm; custom decorated wreaths; boxwoods, poinsettias and roping; homemade baked goods; a Toy Raffle; and Kids Corner Boutique.

NEW this year – a Professional Photograph with Santa by Eric Barry  Please visit www.treesandtrimmings.com to book your photo & skip the 2 hour mall line.  Both print & digital photos available.

*Wellesley Square Art Walk: Dec. 6, 12pm-6pm in conjunction with the annual Holiday Stroll. This year Wellesley Women Artisans collaborates with 17 members of the Wellesley Square Merchants Association who will sponsor the work of local artists in their respective shops. The event is part of the WWA’s mission to promote the arts in Wellesley. In addition to members of the WWA, artists from the community, including the Wellesley Society of Artists and students from Wellesley High School are also participating in the event.

wellesley art walk

 

*Holiday Stroll: 12-6pm in Wellesley Square, featuring carolers, Santa, Rudolph, Frosty, carolers, tree lighting, scavenger hunt and of course, sales.

 

The Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries is having a Holiday Book Sale on Saturday December 5 from 10:00AM-4:00PM and Sunday December 6 from 1:00-4:30PM in the lobby of the Wellesley Main Library. This pop up sale will feature a great selection of books that are in exceptional condition and perfect for gift giving. There will be many holiday themed books for children and adults, as well as an assortments of cookbooks, books on crafts and hobbies, coffee table books and much more.  Stop by to find the perfect gifts for those on your list. All proceeds help to support our fantastic libraries.

A perfect add-on to any book is a gift membership to Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries. Your tax deductible joining donation for you or a friend can be made here: www.friendsofwellesleyfreelibraries.org

*Saturday, December 5 | Breakfast with Santa at The Cottage, Wellesley
Sponsored by Wellesley Bank, benefiting Hope + Comfort http://hopeandcomfort.org/

Two seatings: 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. (max 6 guests per table)

$10 donation for each child or bring 3-4 personal hygiene items for donation toHope+Comfort: soap, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo. $20 adults

Goody bags for all (adults & children), craft-making and special Hot Cider Station

Reservations starting Monday, November 16. Call 781.239.1100

Saturday, December 5, 1 p.m. & 2 p.m. | Caroling in the Linden Square Courtyard

1 p.m. – Enjoy caroling by children from LINX Voice Team

2 p.m. – Wellesley Middle School

Refreshments will be served – Hot Cider Station and sugar cookies.

*Carillon Holiday Open Tower at Wellesley College’s Galen Stone Tower: 1pm-…..

The carillon, commonly known as “the bells,” is the largest musical instrument in the world. Wellesley’s is one of fewer than 200 in the United Sates, and one of only a few in the country played by students. The Guild of Carillonneurs plays around 200 concerts a year, and Open Towers provide an opportunity to see how the music is made. The December open tower features a variety of winter and holiday music.

*Christmas Vespers Wellesley Choir and Chamber Singers: Dec. 6, 7:30pm at Wellesley College’s Houghton Main Chapel

Lisa Graham directs the Choir and Chamber singers in this long-standing Wellesley holiday tradition of candlelight, music, readings and carols.  It is hosted by the Choral Music Program and the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life.

Christmas cookies, 2016Sprague’s Annual Cookie Walk, The Ultimate Cookie Sale
Thursday, December 10
3:00 to 5:00 PM
Sprague Gym

It’s more than just cookies. Come see:

David Hall, Magician
LINX Dancers
Wellesley Merchant Raffle
Eric Berry’s Photo Booth
A Photo Exhibit of Wellesley Dating Back to 1880
Cupcake Corner
Wellesley Bakeries’ Treats
A Donation Station

 

LEGO village, Wellesley Free Library, via Olin College
Photo by Deborah Brown

*The LEGO Winter Village created by Nick Tatar returns to the Wellesley Free Library on Friday, December 11 and Saturday, December 12.

Although the LEGO Winter Village may be viewed anytime during its stay at the Library, it will be fully operational on Friday from 1:00-4:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

*Luminary Night, Dec. 13, 6-9pm. Light up your part of the neighborhood during the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club’s 9th annual event.

Throughout Wellesley families will light luminary candles and place them along driveways and sidewalks in a non-denominational celebration of the season. Proceeds from Luminary Night are given back to the community in the form of need-based scholarships and grants.

Luminary kits can be purchased online here. Luminary kits are $20 each and include materials to create ten luminaries. Complete with instructions, kits will be delivered to your home December 8th-12th. Supplies are limited, so order early.

luminary night wellesley

*Make Gingerbread houses at Wellesley Free Library on Dec. 16:

Join us to create your own festive Gingerbread House on Wednesday, December 16th!  Using graham crackers and royal icing, make an individual gingerbread house, then decorate it to your hearts content.  This program is best for children ages 4-14 years old.

While three sessions are being offered, please sign up for only one of the sessions which will run from 1:00-2:00 pm, 2:30-3:30 pm, & 4:00-5:00 pm.  Please note that gingerbread materials are not guaranteed to be allergy safe.  If you are concerned, please call the Children’s Department at 781-235-1610 ext 1108 and we will try to accommodate your needs..

Since space is limited, only children who will be making a gingerbread house should sign up, not adults. Sign up online starting on December 9.

*A Christmas Carol: Dec. 19/20

Wellesley Theatre Project will present A Christmas Carol on Saturday, Dec. 19 and Sunday, Dec. 20 at 2pm and 7pm both days.  All performances will take place at the WTP West Studio located at 98 R Central Street, Wellesley.  A limited number of tickets are available at $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors, and may be purchased online at www.wellesleytheatreproject.org in advance, or at the door.

According to WTP, “this theatrical and spirited version puts the phantasmagoric qualities of the tale center stage. A swirling, chorus of ghosts weave through this uplifting holiday story of redemption, magic and hope.” This marks Wellesley Theatre Project’s first non-musical production and first audition-based production.

*Celebrate Winter Solstice at the Hills

Tuesday, December 22nd
3:30 PM, Hills Branch Library, Jack Ramsden Children’s Room
Come in from the cold to Celebrate Winter Solstice with stories and a craft, cookies & cider. Best for kids ages 3 & up but all ages are welcome.
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