December 2010 Events
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Winter Wonderland: The Coleman Collection
Now in its sixth year at the Courthouse Galleries, Winter Wonderland has settled into its new surroundings. Begin your holiday and New Year countdown with Holidays Around the World, which celebrates diverse cultures and traditions from many nations. Watch for the Snow Babies frolicking nearby in the courtyard.
Each year, newly renovated figures add to the enchantment of visitors and remind young and old of holidays past. Scenes from a Victorian era offer a Chalet with animated carolers, strollers and skaters. Fanciful elves prepare their treats at Santa’s Bakery and Candy Shop, while more of his crew ready by constructing toys and wrapping gifts for distribution.
View other holiday favorites such as Sleeping Santa, representative of one of the first figures that launched The Coleman Collection during the 1960s. On special weekends, the inaugural Singing Santa returns to rejoice audiences with seasonal songs.
• Tuesday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m.
• Friday-Saturday 9:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m.
• Sunday 11:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m.
• Christmas Eve - New Year's Eve, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Closed Monday's and Christmas Day
• Weekend activities include crafts, music and activities.
Fee: Museum Admission $5
A ticket to Winter Wonderland includes admission to Andalo’s Clubhouse.
For more information call 757-393-8543.
Presented by the Courthouse Galleries, High & Court streets.
757-393-8543 | www.courthousegalleries.com
FirstEvents in Olde Towne · 5 p.m.
12 Historic Squares of High Street
A stage for local merchants & restaurants in Portsmouth's Historic Olde Towne. The arts & antiques community opens it's doors along the 12 historic squares of High Street located between Effingham Street and the riverfront. Visit our fine art galleries, quality antique shops and unique specialty stores.
FirstEvents is held each month, rain or shine, year round. There is no admission fee including the Naval Shipyard Museum and Lightship Portsmouth - participating galleries are open to the public.
Sponsored by the Olde Towne Business Association | 757-397-7173
Santa Claus Shuffle 5K Race and 1K Fun Run
Join the crowds of costumed runners at this fun and festive event as they make their way through the scenic streets of Olde Towne Portsmouth. Check-in begins at 7:00 am at nTelos Pavilion, 901 Crawford Street. The 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk begins at 8:30 and the 5K at 9:00. Have some complimentary refreshments while you wait for the race to begin - or after you're finished while you wait for your award! Door prizes, refreshments, musical entertainment, and a beautiful venue make the Santa Claus Shuffle fun for all!
Benefits the Tidewater Youth Services Foundation
Annual Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival
A musical tribute to the spirit of the holiday season, enlivening the first seven blocks of High Street with performances, children's activities, reenactors in period attire, carolers, and strolling characters.
Proud to be named a Top 100 Event of 2008 by the American Bus Association. The Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival is also one of three anchor events for "Holidays in the City," a six-week holiday celebration. Concerts, which range from barbershop harmony and jazz to steel drums and brass ensembles, are staged in a variety of indoor and outdoor locations and in several historic Olde Towne churches.
Santa Parade!
5:30 p.m. From High Street Landing to the Courthouse Galleries
Bring a chair and warm blanket and enjoy the parade.
13th Annual Olde Towne Scottish Walk
Event is free to the public. Walk begins at 3:30 PM at the corner of Queen and Washington Streets. After the tuning of the pipes (about 4 PM) walk continues through Olde Towne to the foot of High Street. Flag raising ceremony Honoring George Washington's raising of the first flag "the Grand Union" on New Year's Day. Singing of Auld Lang Syne to thank the merchants for their work in the holiday season and to wish the community GOOD LUCK in the coming year. Music in pubs and Lighted Boat Parade following the walk.
Contact Susan Cocke for more information | 757-650-3052
