10 Events to Put You in the Holiday Spirit

William Wilson • November 23, 2022

Gingerbread Houses

Gunn Memorial Library, Washington CT


Saturday, November 26

This annual activity is always a fan favorite. Bring your youngsters in to make their very own gingerbread house just in time for the holidays. A variety of candy decorations, as well as your own milk carton gingerbread house, will be available. Use your creativity to design the perfect gingerbread house! Please bring a bag of unwrapped candy to share for decorating. No peanuts, please! 

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Holiday Artisan Market


The White Hart Inn, Salisbury CT


Saturday, November 26

On November 26th, the Saturday after Thanksgiving, the White Hart Inn in Salisbury, CT will be hosting the Salisbury Artisan Group's annual Holiday Market. This is a one day event where shoppers will be able to find a variety of hand-made, unique gifts for the upcoming holiday season. The artisans participating will be selling items ranging from jewelry, fiber arts, hand blown glass, gilded and painted wood, apparel, seasoning salts, wool, and home decor. You can learn more about who will be there by visiting https://artisansale.org/holiday-market-artisans-2022/ We hope to see you there.

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Story and Music Time


Tuesday, November 29


Morris Public Library, Morris CT

The Morris Public Library offers Story and Music Time for participants ages 9 mo. - 5 y.o every Tuesday at 10 am.

Registration: 860-567-7440. 

Sing songs, read a story, do a craft!

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“Holiday Pop-Up: Support Local Artists” Exhibition plus Two Solo Shows


Friday, December 2


Gallery on the Green, Canton CT

*Danielle Mailer

Throughout the beautifully decorated first floor gallery at Gallery on the Green are paintings, drawings, graphic arts, sculpture, ceramics, fiber/beadwork and photography selling for no more than $200. The guild, the longest continuously operating in Connecticut, has a membership from over 30 area towns. Support local artists and find handcrafted gifts that are perfect for those on your holiday list or for yourself! There is the added convenience of being able to take the pieces immediately at the time of purchase.

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Goshen Players Presents “Who’s Holiday”

November 26-December 11

Goshen Players Inc., Goshen CT

WHO’S HOLIDAY! Is a wildly funny and heartfelt adults-only comedy that tells the story of Cindy Lou Who as she recalls that Christmas Eve she first met the Grinch and the twisted turn of events her life has now taken

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Santa Returns to the Library!


Saturday, December 3


The American Legion, Sharon CT



Santa returns to the Hotchkiss Library of Sharon!

Join us Saturday, December 3rd inside at the American Legion from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM.

Enjoy a holiday craft, mail your letter to the North Pole, and don't forget to vote for your favorite cookie in our Holiday Cookie Contest!

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Tales with Humphry: The Nutcracker


Saturday, December 17


KidsPlay Children's Museum, Torrington CT

Join KidsPlay Children's Museum for special readings of The Nutcracker by KidsPlay volunteer Humphry! Humphry will be in costume and will be giving an animated performance.

Hear the story of the Nutcracker before seeing it performed by the Nutmeg Ballet at the Warner Theatre!

Included with Museum Admission.

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A HOLIDAY CONCERT WITH THE TORRINGTON SYMPHONY AND VOCAL ENSEMBLE


Saturday, December 17


Nancy Marine Studio Theatre, Warner Theatre, Torrington CT

A concert with orchestra and vocal ensemble performing holiday and winter favorites and more.

General Admission: $24.

Children 12 and Under: Free with Adult Admission.

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Acoustic Night - Song Swap


Wednesday, December 21


Litchfield Community Center, Litchfield CT

Come spend an evening at LCC to experience something great!

Stop by and make Music, Friends and Memories every other Wednesday Night!

This group will meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month.

Feel free to bring your own food and beverage while you create music with others!

Don't forget your instruments!

You must have an understanding of the basics to play.

You are more than welcome to come along and join in or just listen along!

Cost: Free, Donations Appreciated

Calendar (artsnwct.org)

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A Christmas Eve Stroll Up Apple Hill with Gerri Griswold


Saturday, December 24


White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield CT

It’s actually just an excuse to savor homemade scones, guzzle outlandishly rich hot chocolate, and share friendship on this eve of all eves at the pinnacle of one of our most beautiful trails. Comfort and Joy! 10:00 a.m., Meet at the Apple Hill Trailhead off East Shore Road. The event is free and limited to 12 guests. Please pre-register by calling 860-567-0857 or register online: www.whitememorialcc.org FREE…Donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses. 

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