Multi-day events in November & December:

• November 15 – December 15
  Monday – Friday: Hot Chocolate Sparrow: YOU donate peanut butter, chili, beef stew, tuna or cooking oil (only these items, please!) for Lower Cape Outreach Council, and WE donate to you – half off your coffee/espresso drink.

• November 18 –December 11
  Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol at the Academy of Performing Arts
  8 pm Thursdays – Saturdays;
  2 pm Sundays. Tickets $20. A charming four-person play which redeems Jacob Marley, who in the process redeems old Scrooge himself.

• November 21 through end of December
  Coastal Craft Gallery’s 2nd Annual Ornament Show Fundraiser. Each artist picks a charity to whom he/she will donate a percentage of his/her ornament sales.

• November 25 – December 18
  Fridays and Saturdays: Wine Tastings at Main Street Wine & Gourmet: Free of charge to public (21 and over) and offering promotional pricing on featured products – wine, beer and food!

• November 26 - December 31
  Seaside Winter Holiday Es-CAPE - Let the Orleans Waterfront Inn be your home away from home for the holidays. The Inn will be fully decorated in holiday spendor with lots of town activities and great shopping within easy walking distance. Includes: 2 night stay in a waterfront guest suite, $100 dining credit to the Orleans Inn Waterfront Restaurant (open weekends), breakfast each morning, and bottle of champagne. ($650 plus tax).

• November 27 – December 3
  Visit Pleasant Bay Trading Company, 80-82 Route 6A, Orleans and take home a free ornament!

• December 1 - December 31
  Benefit Bead of the Month by My Cape My Town at Snow’s Home & Garden, 22 Main Street, Orleans: $10 of every sale benefits the Lower Cape Outreach Council.

• December 2 – December 25
  Old-Fashioned Christmas Tree Sale at Nauset Farms, Main St., East Orleans. Buy your freshly cut local tree and wreath and place your order for Christmas dinners and pies!

Saturday, November 19

• 9 am – 3 pm: Annual Church of the Holy Spirit Christmas Sale. This annual holiday happening is always popular, and offers unique knitting and fine handcrafted aluminum from the Church’s Fine Craft Guilds. In addition to a rather elegant White Elephant room, you’ll find a variety of fine artists and craft vendors, and the unusual creations on display include dolls, jewelry, pottery, fabric items and more. The sale is known for its “Cookie Walk,” home-made jams and jellies, and sliced-on-the-spot orders from the “Very Voluminous Slab” of Vermont Cabot cheese. A chowder luncheon is available. Corner Rt. 28/Monument Road, Orleans.

• 11 am – 2 pm: Snow’s Home & Garden hosts Cutlery 101 by Zwilling J.A. Henckels Sales Rep, Ryan Joy. Benefit Bead of the Month by My Cape My Town: $10 of every sale benefits Nauset Regional School Programs.

Friday, November 25

• 10 am – 4 pm: 33rd Annual Church of the Holy Spirit Holiday Antiques Show & Sale. Held every year on the weekend after Thanksgiving, the Annual Antiques Show and Sale at the Church of the Holy Spirit features dealers from all over New England. You’ll find  a wide range of choice antiques on display and for sale, including 18th and 19th century furniture, nautical items, quilts, Staffordshire china, ironstone, early American pattern glass, jewelry, Americana, brass candlesticks, vintage post cards, chocolate and ice cream moulds, primitives, textiles, folk and fine art. Corner Rt. 28/Monument Road, Orleans.

• 3:00 pm: Back by Popular Demand! Treat yourself and a friend to a holiday tea at Bethany Guest House, overlooking Rock Harbor in Orleans. Enjoy an afternoon with a delicious assortment of savory sandwiches, a choice of fine teas, and a sumptuous dessert selection. Live chamber music, fine china, silver, crystal, and linen complete this unforgettable experience. $18 per person. Reservations recommended.  508-240-2400.  After tea, stop by Priory Books & Gifts for all your holiday gift needs, including a wide assortment of home-baked goods especially made for the season. (See also November 26 and 27.)

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Saturday, November 26

• 8 am - 10 am: Join Mrs. Claus at the Pancake Breakfast at Orleans Yacht Club; $5 adults;
  $3 kids (12 and under)

• 10 am: Santa arrives by boat at the Orleans Yacht Club and is escorted to Snow’s Home & Garden, 22 Main Street, Orleans, where he will meet the children until 12:30 pm. Giving Tree (for Homeless Prevention Council) names arrive at Snow’s for gift giving.

• 10 am – 3 pm: 33rd Annual Church of the Holy Spirit Holiday Antiques Show & Sale. Held every year on the weekend after Thanksgiving, the Annual Antiques Show and Sale at the Church of the Holy Spirit features dealers from all over New England. You’ll find  a wide range of choice antiques on display and for sale, including 18th and 19th century furniture, nautical items, quilts, Staffordshire china, ironstone, early American pattern glass, jewelry, Americana, brasscandlesticks, vintage post cards, chocolate and icecream moulds, primitives, textiles,folk and fine art. Corner Rt. 28/Monument Road, Orleans.

• 10 am – 5 pm: Visit SAVVY ON MAIN at 50 Main Street, Orleans to register for a $100 Christmas Raffle. Drawing on Saturday, December 17. Watch for Red Ribbon Specials between Thanksgiving and Christmas!

• 10 am – 6 pm: Small Paintings Exhibit and Sale at Saltworks Fine Art Gallery, 39 Main Street, Orleans. All original art will be specially priced for the holidays. Also available: artist cards, prints, ceramic tiles, and fine jewelry. Join this day’s artist for some hot cider and doughnuts. 508-240-1450.

• 11 am – 5 pm: By the Sea Driftwood Company’s Coastal Christmas Open Workshop & Gallery. 94 West Rd., Orleans. 508-240-5783. Browse Coastline Inspired Holiday Gifts & Year Round Home Furnishings. Enjoy Cider & Christmas Cheer!

• 12:30 - 3:30 pm: Sparky’s Hay Rides from Orleans Auto Center, West Road. All ages $2 per person. (child in lap no charge) Free face painting for children while you wait.

• 1 pm: Snow Library’s Family Nutcracker Celebration in collaboration with the Academy of Performing Arts and Cape Cod Ballet Theatre. The story of the Nutcracker will be highlighted with dance excerpts performed by local dancers. Following the performance, the dancers will lead a mini-movement lesson. FREE admission!

• 1 – 4 pm:  Nauset Model Railroad Club Open House, 180 Route 6A, Orleans.

• 3:00 pm: Back by Popular Demand! Treat yourself and a friend to a holiday tea at Bethany Guest House, overlooking Rock Harbor in Orleans. Enjoy an afternoon with a delicious assortment of savory sandwiches, a choice of fine teas, and a sumptuous dessert selection. Live chamber music, fine china, silver, crystal, and linen complete this unforgettable experience. $18 per person. Reservations recommended.  508-240-2400. After tea, stop by Priory Books & Gifts for all your holiday gift needs, including a wide assortment of home-baked goods especially made for the season. (See also November 25 and 27.)

• 4:00 pm: Traditional Candlelight Stroll, gather with Mrs. Claus at Snow’s Home & Garden.

• 5:00 pm: The stroll kicks off and proceeds to the Village Green for the annual tree lighting.

• After the stroll: Warm up with complimentary clam chowder at the United Methodist Church right across the street

• 5:15 pm: Community of Jesus Service of Advent Lessons and Carols. The Church of the Transfiguration invites you to join them in preparing for Christmas. This candle-lit service opens the season of Advent, with Scripture readings, prayers, and music sung by Gloriae Dei Cantores.  Doors open one hour prior to service.

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Sunday, November 27

• 10 am Service: Church of the Holy Spirit Giving Tree Program. All are welcome to join the Giving Tree Program and to attend the Children’s Giving Tree Play presented at the 10:00 a.m. service at the Church of the Holy Spirit. The giving campaign is sponsored by the Church School students and fulfills requests from children in need for distribution by Lower Cape social service organizations. Corner Rt. 28/Monument Road, Orleans.

• 11:15 am: Advent Wreath Making at Church of the Holy Spirit. Light your way to Christmas Day. Bring your greenery to share . All are welcome at the event sponsored by the Church School of the Church of the Holy Spirit, and candles, ribbons and wreath forms are provided for a small good will offering. Corner Rt. 28/Monument Road, Orleans.

• 1:00 pm: Back by Popular Demand! Treat yourself and a friend to a holiday tea at Bethany Guest House, overlooking Rock Harbor in Orleans. Enjoy an afternoon with a delicious assortment of savory sandwiches, a choice of fine teas, and a sumptuous dessert selection. Live chamber music, fine china, silver, crystal, and linen complete this unforgettable experience. $18 per person. Reservations recommended.  508-240-2400.  After tea, stop by Priory Books & Gifts for all your holiday gift needs, including a wide assortment of home-baked goods especially made for the season. (See also November 25 and 26.)

• 2 pm – 4 pm: Children’s Holiday Arts & Crafts at Orleans Waterfront Inn with complimentary hot wassail and sweet treats. Tour the beautifully renovated Victorian sea captain’s mansion built in 1875 by Aaron Snow. Also check out the holiday Es-Cape Stay Package. The Inn is fully decorated for Christmas.

• 3 pm (organ prelude 2:00) Community of Jesus Service of Advent Lessons and Carols. The Church of the Transfiguration invites you to join them in preparing for Christmas. This candle-lit service opens the season of Advent, with Scripture readings,prayers, and music sung by Gloriae Dei Cantores. Doors open one hour prior to service.
  

Monday, November 28

• 9 am – 4 pm: White’s Lane Winter Wonderland. Visit 33 White’s Lane to learn about the 2008-2011 Terrapin Turtle habitat restoration, and/or work side-by-side with AmeriCorps members removing invasive species. Work at your own pace and time and take home bittersweet to decorate holiday wreaths.

Wednesday, November 30

• 11 am – 1 pm: Wreath Designing Seminar with Frank Gada at Snow’s Home & Garden, 22 Main Street, Orleans.

• Maglebee's "Grandparents' Days" - Wednesday November 30 through Sunday, December 4: 20 - 40% off regular prices throughout the entire store. Gift certificates available; free gift wrapping. Maglebee's, 34 Main Street, Orleans.

Thursday, December 1

• 4 pm – 7 pm: Holiday Open House at The Salon 16 West. Enjoy makeup demos, free gifts, wine and jewelry at wholesale prices! Everyone is welcome!

• Maglebee's "Grandparents' Days" - Wednesday November 30 through Sunday, December 4: 20 - 40% off regular prices throughout the entire store. Gift certificates available; free gift wrapping. Maglebee's, 34 Main Street, Orleans.

Friday, December 2

• Beth Bishop: Not Your Daughter's Jeans Giveaway. Look One Size Smaller with the Jeans that pull in your tummy and lift your butt! Try on a pair of Not Your Daughter's Jeans and be eligible to win a pair. One pair given away each day, December 2 and 3.

• Maglebee's "Grandparents' Days" - Wednesday November 30 through Sunday, December 4: 20 - 40% off regular prices throughout the entire store. Gift certificates available; free gift wrapping. Maglebee's, 34 Main Street, Orleans.

• Visit Ragg Time LTD. to shop for great holiday accessories! Free gift wrapping, sale on select items. Enter weekly $50 raffle - drawing each Friday between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

• 11 am – 5 pm: By the Sea Driftwood Company’s Coastal Christmas Open Workshop & Gallery. 94 West Rd., Orleans. 508-240-5783. Browse Coastline Inspired Holiday Gifts & Year Round Home Furnishings. Enjoy Cider & Christmas Cheer!

• 4:30 – 6:30 pm: A Coyote Christmas Carol at Orleans Council on Aging, 150 Rock Harbor Road. Hear Cape native Dr. Jonathan Way speak about Eastern Coyote ecology and behavior on Cape Cod and in Boston, as chronicled in his book Suburban Howls. Register for $5 through Orleans Council on Aging, or online at www.orleansconservationtrust.org

• 5 pm – 6 pm: Annual Lighting of the Windmill at 210 Main Street, East Orleans with caroling, Mrs. Claus, a raffle, treats, and cider to warm the crowd. Entertainment by Lighthouse Charter School Chorus.

• 5:15 pm: Portraits with Mrs. Claus. Join multi-published photographer William F. Pomeroy as he welcomes community children and families to pose outside Nory’s and Zia Pizzeria in East Orleans while awaiting the lighting of the windmill.

• 6:30 pm: Dinner Theatre at Community of Jesus, Rock Harbor. Celebrate the spirit of the season as Elements Theatre Company presents Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol", the timeless tale of hope and the transformation of a human spirit. Enjoy a traditional English Banquet, caroling, and live music as you experience the sights, sounds and smells of London in 1843.

Saturday, December 3

• All day today, stop by Weekend, 217 Main Street, East Orleans, for yummy treats and 20% off for all shoppers.

• Beth Bishop: Not Your Daughter's Jeans Giveaway. Look One Size Smaller with the Jeans that pull in your tummy and lift your butt! Try on a pair of Not Your Daughter's Jeans and be eligible to win a pair. One pair given away each day, December 2 and 3.

• Maglebee's "Grandparents' Days" - Wednesday November 30 through Sunday, December 4: 20 - 40% off regular prices throughout the entire store. Gift certificates available; free gift wrapping. Maglebee's, 34 Main Street, Orleans.

• 10 am – 12 noon: Visit Frosty the Snowman at Snow’s Home & Garden, 22 Main Street, Orleans.

• 10 am – 4 pm: Eastwind Gallery Christmas Shopping Open House – Refreshments too!

• 10 am – 11:30 am: ‘Tis the Season to Be…Walking at Kent’s Point Conservation Land. Robert Prescott, Executive Director of Massachusetts Audubon’s Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, will lead a free, educational trail walk appropriate for all ages around town-owned Kent’s Point for the Orleans Conservation Trust.

• 11 am – 5 pm: By the Sea Driftwood Company’s Coastal Christmas Open Workshop & Gallery. 94 West Rd., Orleans. 508-240-5783. Browse Coastline Inspired Holiday Gifts & Year Round Home Furnishings. Enjoy Cider & Christmas Cheer!

• 1 – 4 pm:  Nauset Model Railroad Club Open House, 180 Route 6A, Orleans.

• 6:30 pm: Dinner Theatre at Community of Jesus, Rock Harbor - Celebrate the spirit of the season as Elements Theatre Company presents Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol", the timeless tale of hope and the transformation of a human spirit. Enjoy a traditional English Banquet, caroling, and live music as you experience the sights, sounds and smells of London, in 1843.

Sunday, December 4

• All day today, stop by Weekend, 217 Main Street, East Orleans, for yummy treats and 20% off for all shoppers.

• Maglebee's "Grandparents' Days" - Wednesday November 30 through Sunday, December 4: 20 - 40% off regular prices throughout the entire store. Gift certificates available; free gift wrapping. Maglebee's, 34 Main Street, Orleans.

• 11 am – 5 pm: By the Sea Driftwood Company’s Coastal Christmas Open Workshop & Gallery. 94 West Rd., Orleans. 508-240-5783. Browse Coastline Inspired Holiday Gifts & Year Round Home Furnishings. Enjoy Cider & Christmas Cheer!
  

• 1 pm – 3 pm: Coastal Craft Gallery Art Demonstration. Come in, watch an artist member at work, enjoy a cookie!
  

• 1 pm – 3 pm: Crafting with Mrs. Claus at Weekend, 217 Main Street, East Orleans. All day today, stop by for yummy treats and 20% off for all shoppers .

• 6:30 pm: Dinner Theatre at Community of Jesus, Rock Harbor - Celebrate the spirit of the season as Elements Theatre Company presents Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol", the timeless tale of hope and the transformation of a human spirit. Enjoy a traditional English Banquet, caroling, and live music as you experience the sights, sounds and smells of London, in 1843.

Wednesday, December 7

• 11am - 1 pm: Wreath Designing Seminar with Frank Gada at Snow's Home & Garden, 22 Main Street, Orleans.

• Maglebee's "Customer Appreciation Days" - Wednesday, December 7 through Sunday, December 11: 20 - 40% off regular prices throughout the entire store. Gift certificates available; free gift wrapping. Maglebee's, 34 Main Street, Orleans.

Thursday, December 8

• Maglebee's "Customer Appreciation Days" - Wednesday, December 7 through Sunday, December 11: 20 - 40% off regular prices throughout the entire store. Gift certificates available; free gift wrapping. Maglebee's, 34 Main Street, Orleans.

• 6:30 pm: Dinner Theatre at Community of Jesus, Rock Harbor - Celebrate the spirit of the season as Elements Theatre Company presents Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol", the timeless tale of hope and the transformation of a human spirit. Enjoy a traditional English Banquet, caroling, and live music as you experience the sights, sounds and smells of London, in 1843.

Friday, December 9

• Maglebee's "Customer Appreciation Days" - Wednesday, December 7 through Sunday, December 11: 20 - 40% off regular prices throughout the entire store. Gift certificates available; free gift wrapping. Maglebee's, 34 Main Street, Orleans.

• Visit Ragg Time LTD. to shop for great holiday accessories! Free gift wrapping, sale on select items. Enter weekly $50 raffle - drawing each Friday between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

• 11 am – 5 pm: By the Sea Driftwood Company’s Coastal Christmas Open Workshop & Gallery. 94 West Rd., Orleans. 508-240-5783. Browse Coastline Inspired Holiday Gifts & Year Round Home Furnishings. Enjoy Cider & Christmas Cheer!

• 6:30 pm: Dinner Theatre at Community of Jesus, Rock Harbor - Celebrate the spirit of the season as Elements Theatre Company presents Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol", the timeless tale of hope and the transformation of a human spirit. Enjoy a traditional English Banquet, caroling, and live music as you experience the sights, sounds and smells of London, in 1843.

• 7 pm: Advent Jazz Vespers at The Federated Church of Orleans. Willie Sordillo, from Old South Church, Boston, will lead an Advent Vespers Service as he plays music of the season on his saxophone. 162 Main Street, East Orleans.

Saturday, December 10

• Maglebee's "Customer Appreciation Days" - Wednesday, December 7 through Sunday, December 11: 20 - 40% off regular prices throughout the entire store. Gift certificates available; free gift wrapping. Maglebee's, 34 Main Street, Orleans.

• 10 am - 12 noon: Visit Frosty the Snowman at Snow's Home & Garden, 22 Main Street, Orleans.

• 10 am – 4 pm: Eastwind Gallery Christmas Shopping Open House – Refreshments too!

• 11 am – 5 pm: By the Sea Driftwood Company’s Coastal Christmas Open Workshop & Gallery. 94 West Rd., Orleans. 508-240-5783. Browse Coastline Inspired Holiday Gifts & Year Round Home Furnishings. Enjoy Cider & Christmas Cheer!

• 1 – 4 pm:  Nauset Model Railroad Club Open House, 180 Route 6A, Orleans.

• 2 pm: Backstage Tour at the Academy of Performing Arts, Main Street, Orleans.

• 2 pm – 4 pm: Open Houses at two renowned East Orleans Bed & Breakfasts: The Parsonage Inn on Main Street and Ship’s Knees Inn on Beach Road.

• 2 pm - 5 pm: Orleans Historical Society : “Orleans, Our Children’s Heritage” Art Exhibit by Orleans 5th graders. Live holiday music by Nauset Regional musicians, refreshments, festive decorations.

• 2 pm. - 5 pm: Sparky’s Hay Rides Orleans Historical Society to Barley Neck Inn and back. $2/person (child in lap no charge).

• 3 pm: Raffle Drawing at Kid & Kaboodle, 115 Route 6A, Orleans!

• 4 pm: Backstage Tour at the Academy of Performing Arts, Main Street, Orleans.

• 5 pm: Gingerbread House Fun at Church of the Holy Spirit. Children or families may decorate their own Gingerbread House. Use candy, frosting and other goodies to adorn your own edifice with yummy pre-baked houses from Cottage Street Bakery, then join other “builders” for a Pizza Party at 6:00 p.m. Take your creation home for a small good will offering, or donate it for an auction on Sunday, December 13, with proceeds to benefit the Church’s community assistance Outreach programs. All are welcome, but pre-registration by December 2 is required. Corner Rt. 28/Monument Road, Orleans. Call 508-255-0433.

• 6:30 pm: Dinner Theatre at Community of Jesus, Rock Harbor - Celebrate the spirit of the season as Elements Theatre Company presents Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol", the timeless tale of hope and the transformation of a human spirit. Enjoy a traditional English Banquet, caroling, and live music as you experience the sights, sounds and smells of London, in 1843.

Sunday, December 11

• Maglebee's "Customer Appreciation Days" - Wednesday, December 7 through Sunday, December 11: 20 - 40% off regular prices throughout the entire store. Gift certificates available; free gift wrapping. Maglebee's, 34 Main Street, Orleans.

• 11 am – 5 pm: By the Sea Driftwood Company’s Coastal Christmas Open Workshop & Gallery. 94 West Rd., Orleans. 508-240-5783. Browse Coastline Inspired Holiday Gifts & Year Round Home Furnishings. Enjoy Cider & Christmas Cheer!

• 1 pm – 3 pm: Coastal Craft Gallery Art Demonstration. Come in, watch an artist member at work, enjoy a cookie!

• 2 pm – 5 pm: Orleans Historical Society : “Orleans, Our Children’s Heritage” Art Exhibit by Orleans 5th graders. Live holiday music by Nauset Regional musicians, refreshments, festive decorations.

• 3:30 pm: Matinee at Community of Jesus, Rock Harbor - Celebrate the spirit of the season as Elements Theatre Company presents Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol", the timeless tale of hope and the transformation of a human spirit. Enjoy a traditional English Banquet, caroling, and live music as you experience the sights, sounds and smells of London in 1843.

• 5 pm: Kids’ Christmas Karaoke with Mrs. Claus at Joe’s Beach Road Bar and Grill, Beach Road, East Orleans.

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Wednesday, December 14

• 5 pm - 7 pm: Carols & Cocktails at Nauset Beach Club in East Orleans. Canapés and cash bar. Winners of Orleans Improvement Association’s Holiday Decorating Contest will be announced. Following event,dinner offered at 25% discount. Reservations recommended - 508-255-8547.

Thursday, December 15

• 5 – 7 pm: Hot Chocolate Sparrow Holiday Gathering with music by Tim Sweeney and “the tall Sparrow guy” Ryan Brown. Hot cider and soup will be served.

Friday, December 16

• Visit Ragg Time LTD. to shop for great holiday accessories! Free gift wrapping, sale on select items. Enter weekly $50 raffle - drawing each Friday between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

• 11 am – 5 pm: By the Sea Driftwood Company’s Coastal Christmas Open Workshop & Gallery. 94 West Rd., Orleans. 508-240-5783. Browse Coastline Inspired Holiday Gifts & Year Round Home Furnishings. Enjoy Cider & Christmas Cheer!

• 7 pm: Advent Candlelight Service at The Federated Church of Orleans. A Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols with special music. 162 Main Street, East Orleans.

• 8 pm: Academy of Performing Arts presents Sounds of the Season, their annual, traditional holiday celebration in song and dance. Tickets $18, reserved.

Saturday, December 17

• Beth Bishop Open House and Toys for Tots. Get to Know Beth Bishop and Support a Great Cause this Holiday! Toys For Tots Drop off Site. Cider and Cookies. Raffle for two $50 Beth Bishop gift certificates

• 10 am – 4 pm: Eastwind Gallery Christmas Shopping Open House – Refreshments too!

• 11 am – 5 pm: By the Sea Driftwood Company’s Coastal Christmas Open Workshop & Gallery. 94 West Rd., Orleans. 508-240-5783. Browse Coastline Inspired Holiday Gifts & Year Round Home Furnishings. Enjoy Cider & Christmas Cheer!

• 11:30 am – 1:30 pm: 2nd Annual Seaside Christmas in Orleans Chowder Contest – you be the judge – taste delicious and different chowders from a number of local restaurants.
  Location: Mid-Cape Home Center, Main St., Orleans. $5/person; $1 each for kids 12 and under.

• 12 noon – 2 pm: Pet Photos with Santa at Agway of Orleans. Bring the kids and your furry friends to have their photos taken with Santa. Volunteers from the Animal Rescue League in Brewster will be taking the photos. Your $5 donation per picture will directly benefit the pets at the Brewster Animal Rescue League. Enjoy some cookies and warm cider while you pick out your Christmas tree and have photos taken with Santa.

• 1 – 4 pm:  Nauset Model Railroad Club Open House, 180 Route 6A, Orleans.

• 1 pm on: Take a break from the holiday madness and stop by Nauset Marine for some afternoon refreshments.

• 2 – 5 pm: Local Colour Resale Boutique: Enjoy refreshments and 20% off all merchandise!

• 3 pm: Raffle Drawing at Kid & Kaboodle, 115 Route 6A, Orleans!

• 4 pm: Raffle Drawing at SAVVY ON MAIN, 50 Main Street, Orleans.

• 8 pm: Academy of Performing Arts presents Sounds of the Season, their annual, traditional holiday celebration in song and dance. Tickets $18, reserved.

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Sunday, December 18

• 1 pm – 3 pm: Coastal Craft Gallery Art Demonstration. Come in, watch an artist member at work, enjoy a cookie!

• 2 pm: Academy of Performing Arts presents Sounds of the Season, their annual, traditional holiday celebration in song and dance. Tickets $18, reserved.

• 3:30 pm: Organ Christmas Program at Church of the Transfiguration, Rock Harbor, Orleans: O Come Emmanuel: Celebrating Advent into Christmas with the Organ

• 4 pm: Academy of Performing Arts’ School Holiday Production. Tickets $14, $12, $10. Students and faculty come together to fill your hearts with holiday cheer!

Friday, December 23

• Visit Ragg Time LTD. to shop for great holiday accessories! Free gift wrapping, sale on select items. Enter weekly $50 raffle - drawing each Friday between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Saturday, December 24

• 3 pm: Raffle Drawing at Kid & Kaboodle, 115 Route 6A, Orleans!
  

• 4:30 pm: Children’s Christmas Pageant and Service at Church of the Holy Spirit. All are welcome at the nativity celebration. On arrival, children who wish to join the procession are presented with golden stars which they place at the crèche at the end of the pageant. The Nativity Program at the Church of the Holy Spirit is renowned for its exceptional collection of costumes by noted designer Robin McLaughlin, who also creates for the Harwich Junior Theater and Cape Repertory Theatre. A winged dove joins the requisite donkeys, cows, and sheep, and a gloriously robed Mary greets an especially charming collection of angels and shepherds.
  

• 5 pm: Christmas Eve Family Service at The Federated Church of Orleans, 162 Main Street,
  East Orleans.

• 8 pm: Traditional Christmas Eve Worship with special music, at The Federated Church of Orleans, 162 Main Street, East Orleans.

• 10 pm: Christmas Eve Service at Church of the Holy Spirit. All are welcome to attend. 204 Monument Road, Orleans.
  

Sunday, December 25:

• 10 am: Christmas Day Service at Church of the Holy Spirit. All are welcome to attend the Christmas Day Service at 10:00 a.m. at theChurch of the Holy Spirit, 204 Monument Road, Orleans.

• 10 am: Informal Christmas Day Worship at The Federated Church of Orleans.162 Main Street,East Orleans.
  

December 31

• 1 – 4 pm:  Nauset Model Railroad Club Open House, 180 Route 6A, Orleans.