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DECEMBER 12/1/2009 - 12/31/2009 White House Pets: Ambassadors at Large & White House Horses Tue - Sat: 9 am - 5 pm, Sun: Noon - 5 pm Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont A pair of special exhibits on loan from the White House Historical Association that explore the four-footed residents of the White House. 419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737 Admission: $7.50/adult, $6.50/senior, $3/child (ages 6 - 12) 12/1/2009 - 12/31/2009 Hayes Train Special Tue - Sat: 9 am - 5 pm, Sun: Noon - 5 pm Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont The spirit of holidays past is revived in this operating model train display. The 12 x 24 foot, three-tier layout features eight G- and O-gauge trains. All of the trains are styles important to the life of 19th US President R.B. Hayes. Visitors act as engineers lifting gates, flashing lights, sounding the whistle and more via a series of interactive buttons. A miniature Victorian village provides a picturesque setting through which the trains travel. Closed on Christmas. 419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737 Admission: $7.50/adult, $6.50/senior, $3/child (ages 6 - 12) 12/1/2009 - 12/31/2009 12/1/2009 - 12/31/2009 Festival of Trees, Santa Collection and Animated Windows Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky Take a walking tour inside the Theatre to view breathtaking holiday-decorated trees and the World's Largest Santa Collection. After viewing the trees, take a casual stroll through downtown Sandusky and view the 12 fully-animated windows depicting "A Christmas Carol" as told by Charles Dickens. The splendor of New York City and Paris is right here for all to see! 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: $2/person 12/1/2009 - 12/23/2009 12/1/2009 - 12/20/2009 Winter Holiday Art Show Main Street Building, 685 Main St., Vermilion Local artists offer a variety of mediums at the Main Street Building in downtown just in time for holiday shopping. Don’t miss this premier art event. 440.963.0772 12/2/2009 Vienna Boys Choir 7:30 pm Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky The Vienna Boys Choir is the oldest and most renowned musical institution in the world. The choir was founded by Imperial decree of Hapsburg Emperor Maximilian I in 1948 to fulfill his wish to have choristers in the Imperial Chapel. This Christmas Concert will include popular Christmas carols, traditional sacred music and folk songs from around the world. 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: $10-$38/person; Dinner/Show Package: $44-$52/person 12/2/2009 Festival of Trees - Dessert at The State 7 pm Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky Take time out from your holiday shopping and enjoy an evening of relaxation among the sparkling decorated holiday trees. This is a perfect opportunity to share time with family or friends without all the hustle and bustle of this time of year and enjoy taste tempting desserts prepared by Wendy Kromer Confections. 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: $14/person (choice of two desserts) 12/2/2009 Festival of Trees - High Tea Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky There is nothing more relaxing than an afternoon tea among sparkling holiday decorated tree. Enjoy the splendor of the holiday season among the trees and delightful delicacies provided by Wendy Kromer. She is one of the country's leading wedding cake designers. As co-author of Martha Stewart's Wedding Cakes, and contributing editor of Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine, her exquisitely decorated cakes and cookies have graced many a cover! 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: $24-$34/person
Enjoy an enchanting evening in the Victorian Age as you help support the nation's first presidential center. The evening features a carriage ride, entertainment, a six-course Victorian feast and more. Seating is limited. 419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737 12/4/2009 - 12/6/2009 Victorian Christmas Candlelight Dinners Fri & Sat: 6 - 9 pm, Sun: 1 - 4 pm Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue In the candlelit Victorian mansion beautifully decorated for Christmas, the evening begins with music and hors d'oeuvres. The four course dinner with evening music and stories is followed by the lighting of the Christmas tree and Christmas folklore. Limited seating. Tickets must be purchased in advance. 419.483.4949 Admission: $49/adult (non-member), $45/adult (member) 12/4/2009 - 12/6/2009 "It's Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas" Fri & Sat: 7:30 pm, Sun: 2:30 pm Bellevue Society for the Arts, 205 Maple St., Bellevue Based on Miracle of 34th Street, " the musical production includes a live version of Macy’s Day Parade and a large cast of all ages. The story unfolds as Kris Kringle takes on the cynics among us in this musical adaptation of the popular holiday favorite. In his inimitable style, Meredith Willson, the author of "The Music Man" and "The Unsinkable Molly Brown," tells us the classic story of the year. A white-bearded gentleman claiming to be the real Santa Claus brings about a genuine "Miracle on 34th Street," spreading a wave of love throughout New York City, fostering camaraderie between Macy's and Gimbel's Department Stores, and convincing a divorced, cynical single mother, her somber daughter and the entire state of New York that Santa Claus is no myth. 419.484.2787 12/5/2009 - 12/6/2009 12/5/2009 - 12/6/2009 Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: Live on Stage Admission: $14/adult, $10/child 12/5/2009 12/5/2009 Chili Cook-off Lyman Harbor, 1615 First St., Sandusky 419.625.9626 Admission: $5/ticket 12/5/2009 12/5/2009 12/5/2009 Gingerbread House Workshop 10 - 11 am, 11 am - 12 pm, 12 - 1 pm Milan Historical Museum, 10 Edison Dr., Milan Each entry will receive: one gingerbread house kit complete with icing and candy to decorate, one junior history explorer notepad, one admission to our decorated Sayles House and unlimited hot cocoa. Please call to register; deadline is December 2. 419.499.2968 Admission: $7/entry 12/5/2009 The Christmas Tree Ship 11 am McGarvey's Landing, Vermilion Join with friends and family at the Vermilion River bank to experience the 100 year-old tradition of purchasing a Christmas tree, wreaths and roping as they are unloaded from the Christmas Tree Ship. Experience small town hospitality and entertainment. 440.963.0772 12/5/2009 Fresh from the Tree Holiday Decoration 10 am - 12 pm Osborn MetroPark - Frost Center, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron Guided by an EMP Horticulturist and using fresh evergreens, berries, pine and spruce cones—create a festive wreath or swag. Please bring pruners & sturdy work gloves. Registration required. 419.625.7783 Admission: $12/person 12/6/2009 - 12/7/2009 30th Annual Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes 6 - 9 pm Various locations, Sandusky Four private homes will be featured as well as The Sandusky State Theatre, The Follett House Museum and the Eleutheros Cooke House. 419.627.0640 or 419.626.5012 12/6/2009 Big Night Out: Sicilian Style 5 pm Sortino's Little Italy Ristorante, 1202 Sycamore Line, Sandusky Enjoy an authentic Sicilian eight course feast served family sytle. Each delicious course will be presented with a Sicilian wine, showcased by wine master Claudio Salvador. Reservations required. 419.626.4597 or 419.625.3776 Admission: $55/person (tax & gratuity not included) 12/6/2009 Community Christmas Celebration 5 pm Adams Street Park, Port Clinton Community singing, Santa arrives at 5:15, hot chocolate, and cookies, plus holiday fun! 419.734.5503 12/6/2009 12/6/2009 Public Planetarium Shows 2 pm Sidney Frohman Planetarium, 2130 Hayes Ave., Sandusky Featuring a series of programs for adults and children on special topics and current news in astronomy. Topics change about every six weeks. 419.621.2761 Admission: Free 12/6/2009 Winter Bird Feeders 2 - 3 pm Osborn MetroPark - Frost Center, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron Take a look at some great feeders to attract winter birds, compliments of Wild Birds Unlimited. Also see how to make your own out of recycled materials. Registration required, limit 20. 419.625.7783 12/8/2009 Festival of Trees Lunch & Dinner 12 & 6 pm Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky Enjoy a relaxing lunch or dinner among the trees and then stroll through The Sandusky State Theatre and view sparkling Christmas Trees. After viewing the trees, take a casual stroll through downtown Sandusky and view the beloved "A Christmas Carol" animated windows. A delightful opportunity for a family get together or for business appreciation. 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: Lunch: $18/person; Dinner: $22/person 12/8/2009 Yuletide Ornaments Workshop 6:30 - 8:30 pm Osborn MetroPark - Frost Center, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron Create ornaments from natural and other materials to keep or give as gifts. Minimum age: 13 years. Space is limited. Registration required. 419.625.7783 Admission: $5/person 12/9/2009 Moscow Ballet's "The Great Russian Nutcracker" Admission: $27.50-$99.99/person; Dinner/Show: $44-$52/person 12/9/2009 Festival of Trees - Dessert at The State 7 pm Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky Take time out from your holiday shopping and enjoy an evening of relaxation among the sparkling decorated holiday trees. This is a perfect opportunity to share time with family or friends without all the hustle and bustle of this time of year and enjoy taste tempting desserts prepared by Wendy Kromer Confections. 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: $14/person (choice of two desserts) 12/9/2009 Festival of Trees - High Tea Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky There is nothing more relaxing than an afternoon tea among sparkling holiday decorated tree. Enjoy the splendor of the holiday season among the trees and delightful delicacies provided by Wendy Kromer. She is one of the country's leading wedding cake designers. As co-author of Martha Stewart's Wedding Cakes, and contributing editor of Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine, her exquisitely decorated cakes and cookies have graced many a cover! 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: $24-$34/person 12/10/2009 - 12/12/2009 "It's Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas" 7:30 pm Bellevue Society for the Arts, 205 Maple St., Bellevue Based on Miracle of 34th Street, " the musical production includes a live version of Macy’s Day Parade and a large cast of all ages. The story unfolds as Kris Kringle takes on the cynics among us in this musical adaptation of the popular holiday favorite. In his inimitable style, Meredith Willson, the author of "The Music Man" and "The Unsinkable Molly Brown," tells us the classic story of the year. A white-bearded gentleman claiming to be the real Santa Claus brings about a genuine "Miracle on 34th Street," spreading a wave of love throughout New York City, fostering camaraderie between Macy's and Gimbel's Department Stores, and convincing a divorced, cynical single mother, her somber daughter and the entire state of New York that Santa Claus is no myth. 419.484.2787 12/10/2009 Festival of Trees Lunch or Dinner 12 & 6 pm Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky Enjoy a relaxing lunch or dinner among the trees and then stroll through The Sandusky State Theatre and view sparkling Christmas Trees. After viewing the trees, take a casual stroll through downtown Sandusky and view the beloved "A Christmas Carol" animated windows. A delightful opportunity for a family get together or for business appreciation. 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: Lunch: $18/person; Dinner: $22/person 12/10/2009 Kenny Rogers: "Christmas & Hits" 7:30 pm Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky Dinner is available at 6 pm for an additional cost. 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: $49.50-$150/person 12/10/2009 Holiday Earth to Table Dinner 6:30 pm The Culinary Vegetable Institute, 12304 SR 13, Milan Seating is limited. Please call to make reservations. 419.499.7500 culinaryvegetableinstitute.com Admission: $55/person (plus tax and gratuity) 12/10/2009 "Ye Olde English Madrigal Dinner" 6 pm (dinner), 7:30 (concert) St. Mary Church, 38 W. League St., Norwalk Gorgeous costumes, great food, traditional, sacred and humorous. Madrigals and Carols in an elegant atmosphere. 419.668.1641 Admission: $7.50/person (concert only), $20/person (concert & dinner) 12/12/2009 - 12/24/2009 12 Shops of Christmas Treasure Walk Various locations, Vermilion Pick-up your card from local merchants, visit 12 shops during retails hours, then turn in your card for a chance to win fabulous prizes. 440.963.0772 12/12/2009 - 12/13/2009 12/12/2009 - 12/13/2009 Sat: 1 - 9 pm, Sun: 1 - 5 pm 419.483.4949
12/12/2009 Historical Series Program 1 pm Maritime Museum, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky Wayne Walter, of the Ottawa County Historical Museum, presents "History of South Bass Island." 419.624.0274 Admission: Free with admission to the museum 12/12/2009 Breakfast with Santa 10 am Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky The holidays are here and what better way to enjoy the magic but with a visit with Santa himself. Ticket includes a delicious hot breakfast buffet and a hands-on holiday craft for the kids. Every child will share their Christmas wishes with Santa and enjoy a holiday story told by Mrs. Claus. 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: $12/person 12/12/2009 Santa's Holiday Hoedown 2 pm Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky Bayside Puppet Theatre: Santa's Toy Shop is in danger of closing down! There is no money for materials, which means there is no way the elves can make toys. What is the Christmas Gang going to do? Join in the fun as the Toy Shop Elves go on the road to Christmas Point USA (otherwise known as Sandusky, Ohio) with a good old fashioned down home Christmas Jamboree to raise funds to keep the Toy Shop going! With the sing-a-long fun, reindeer, and "Dolly Holiday" the audience will be "Yee-hawing" for more! 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: $5/person 12/12/2009 12/12/2009
12/12/2009 All Singles Dance 8 pm Humane Society Hall, 4550 Fostoria Ave., Findlay This is the Holiday Dance. Another year gone - join us during this most festive time of year and celebrate the season with all of your friends. 419.422.5200 Admission: $7/person 12/12/2009 Annual Holiday Open House 12 - 4 pm Firelands Winery, 917 Bardshar Rd., Sandusky Live entertainment, amazing food and world class wines. What could be better on a cold Ohio Saturday? While you're here be sure to get that holiday shopping done with our award winning wines and beautiful gift baskets. There's something for everyone on your list. 419.625.5474 Admission: $10/person 12/13/2009 Public Planetarium Shows 2 pm Sidney Frohman Planetarium, 2130 Hayes Ave., Sandusky Featuring a series of programs for adults and children on special topics and current news in astronomy. Topics change about every six weeks. 419.621.2761 Admission: Free 12/13/2009 Firelands Symphony Orchestra "Home for the Holidays" 7 pm Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky Welcome home Sandusky native and Broadway star Lynne Wintersteller in this concert of holiday cheer. As an accomplished actress and singer, Wintersteller will enchant listeners of all ages with her renditions of such favorites as We Need a Little Christmas, I'll be Home for Christmas and Santa Baby. You and your family will delight in this festive annual tradition with the Firelands Symphony Orchestra and very special guest, Santa Claus. Enjoy "Conversation with the Conductor" one hour before the performance. 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: $10-$25/person 12/16/2009 Festival of Trees - High Tea Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky There is nothing more relaxing than an afternoon tea among sparkling holiday decorated tree. Enjoy the splendor of the holiday season among the trees and delightful delicacies provided by Wendy Kromer. She is one of the country's leading wedding cake designers. As co-author of Martha Stewart's Wedding Cakes, and contributing editor of Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine, her exquisitely decorated cakes and cookies have graced many a cover! 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: $24-$34/person 12/18/2009 Holiday Hop featuring Coasters, Platters & The Marvelettes 7:30 pm Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky Teaming together legendary Motown marvels, the Cornell Gunter's Coasters, Platters and the Marvelettes creates a toe-tapping rockin' holiday show that everyone enjoys. Together these groups offer a blast from the past that will jolt you out of your seat. 419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950 Admission: $20-$40/person; Dinner/Show Package: $34-$54/person 12/19/2009 The Christmas Tree Ship 1 pm Maritime Museum, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky Hear stories of the Rouse Simmons and the other ships that transported Christmas trees to Great Lakes ports during the late 1800s to early 1900s. Construct a model of a Christmas Tree Ship. Recommended for second through seventh grade students. Pre-registration required. 419.624.0274 Admission: Free with admission to the museum 12/19/2009 12/19/2009 12/19/2009 Caroling Downtown 12 pm Downtown, Vermilion An old fashioned tradition, carolers will stroll through downtown adding joy to the holiday season. 440.963.0772 12/20/2009 Public Planetarium Shows 2 pm Sidney Frohman Planetarium, 2130 Hayes Ave., Sandusky Featuring a series of programs for adults and children on special topics and current news in astronomy. Topics change about every six weeks. 419.621.2761 Admission: Free 12/21/2009 Winter Solstice Night Hike 6:30 - 8:30 pm The Coupling MetroPark, 11618 SR 13, Milan Celebrate the coming of winter and the shortest day of the year with a brisk night hike. Afterward enjoy a cup of hot chocolate in the depot! Registration appreciated. 419.625.7783 12/25/2009 Christmas Buffet 2 - 7 pm Kalahari Resort - Convention Center, 7000 Kalahari Dr., Sandusky Indulge in our traditional holiday buffet! Please call or check the website for a list of food items. Reservations strongly encouraged. Prices subject to 19% taxable service charge and applicable sales tax. 419.433.5543 Admission: $22.99/adult (13 & over), $9.99/child (4 - 12), children 3 and under are free
12/26/2009 - 12/31/2009 12/31/2009 Admission: First two sittings: $55/person; Last seating: $85/person 12/31/2009 The Great Sausage Drop Depot Park, 353 Ottawa St., Elmore 9 pm - 1 am Where else but in Elmore would you expect to see a giant brightly lit 18 foot sausage fall from the sky to usher in the New Year? A live band, lots of good home cooked food and soft drinks with sausage as one of the entrees. Games include sausage eating, sausage tossing and dress your hot dog. Prizes for the top three winners awarded in each category. The winners from the cookie & candy contest from Elmore’s Holiday Express and Home Christmas Decorating will be announced at 9 pm. MEAT US IN ELMORE FOR THE WURST EVENT OF THE YEAR… 419.260.1282 or 419.707.9799 12/31/2009 Walleye Madness at Midnight 4 pm - 1 am Madison Street, Port Clinton Bring in the New Year with the only place in America that drops a fish and people sing and dance in the street! Enjoy heated tents, food, games for children and a full stage show capped off by fireworks. This huge celebration as seen around the world! Look at Wylie on his web site: 12/31/2009 12/31/2009 New Year's Eve Vegas Celebration, Dancing & Charity Casino 8:30 pm - 1 am Admission: $20/person |
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