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“Festival of Lessons and Carols,” in Ballston Spa • Mysterious and unusual Advent and Christmas carols drawn from Celtic, African American, and Early American traditions (also on Dec. 18), with folk music legends John Kirk and Trish Miller of Greenfield Center • 7:30 pm • at Christ Church, on the corner of Route 50 (Church Avenue) and Route 67 (West High Street) in Ballston Spa
Glens Falls Symphony Orchestra • Holiday Concert! Holiday favorites with special performances by the Children’s Chorus and alumni, and other fun surprises! • 4 pm • Glens Falls High School • Info and tickets ($36) at www.theglensfallssymphony.org or 518-793-1348
DANCE
Mahaiwe • Celtic Heels School of Irish Dance presents A Celtic Nutcracker. Experience the story of The Nutcracker told through Celtic Dance from the perspective of a young girl living in a cottage in Ireland • 3 pm • $22, or $14 for children 3 • www.mahaiwe.org
Paramount • “The Nutcracker.” Experience the magic as dozens of area dance students come together to create this holiday favorite live on stage – the most-performed ballet in the world • 1 & 6 pm • info and tickets ($25-$35) at www.paramountvt.org or 802-775-0903
THEATER
Wallingford Town Hall • Shakespeare On Main Street presents “A Christmas Carol” (also at the Paramount in Rutland, VT on 12/16). g. • 2:30 pm • 75 School Street, Wallingford, VT • tickets ($5-$15) at door • See ShakespeareOnMainStreet.org
Berkshire Theatre Group • “A Christmas Carol” (runs December 9-10, 13-17 & 20-22) • 2 pm
Home Made Theater • “A Christmas Carol” (runs Dec. 8-10 & 15-17) • 1 pm
FILM
Images • “Wonderstruck”: Ben and Rose are children from two different eras who secretly wish their lives were different. Ben longs for the father he has never known, while Rose dreams of a mysterious actress whose life she chronicles in a scrapbook (runs Dec.15-21) • today’s times, 3 & 5:30 pm • www.imagescinema.org
MISC.
Berkshire Grown Holiday Farmers’ Market featuring locally grown and produced foods, including fruits and vegetables, cheese, meats, bread, and more, plus live music, lunch fare and children’s activities • 10 am-2 pm • at Williams College Towne Field House, 82 Latham Street in Williamstown. Also in Great Barrington on 12/16 • free admission • berkshiregrown.org
Berkshire Scenic Railway’s (BSRM) Hoosac Valley Service presents the Tinseliner, a 1950’s American Christmas Experience (Saturdays and Sundays only, through December 17). For the first time in 50 years, trains depart from the reconstructed tracks in Adams, MA. Each trip lasts approximately one and a half hours and features a visit from Father Christmas who offers a gift to every child on board • today’s departures 1, 3, and 5 pm • Tickets are $20 for adults and $16 for kids under 12. Children under 2 ride free • Online ticket sales are available now at www.hoosacvalleytrainride.com/tickets
Haynes House Trek of Hope in Granville, N Y, invites the community to a festive Holiday Open House to honor its volunteers. The house will be decorated for the Christmas season and refreshments will be served •1-4 pm • 7187 State Route 149 in Granville • Haynes House of Hope is a nonprofit organization that cares for the terminally ill and their families. More info is available at www.thehayneshouseofhope.org or by calling 518-642-8155.
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“Festival of Lessons and Carols,” in Ballston Spa • Mysterious and unusual Advent and Christmas carols drawn from Celtic, AfricanAmerican, and Early American traditions (also on Dec. 17), with folk music legends John Kirk and Trish Miller of Greenfield Center • 7:30 pm • at Christ Church, on the corner of Route 50 (Church Avenue) and Route 67 (West High Street) in Ballston Spa
FILM
Images • “Wonderstruck”: Ben and Rose are children from two different eras who secretly wish their lives were different. Ben longs for the father he has never known, while Rose dreams of a mysterious actress whose life she chronicles in a scrapbook (runs Dec.15-21) • today’s times, 2:15, 4:30, 7 & 9:15 pm • www.imagescinema.org
Paramount • film “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” — As the holidays approach, Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) wants to have a perfect family Christmas, so he pesters his wife, Ellen (Beverly D’Angelo), and children, as he tries to make sure everything is in line, including the tree and house decorations. But things go awry quickly! • 7 pm • FREE • para mountvt.org or 802-775-0903
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Images • “Wonderstruck”: (runs Dec.15-21) • today’s times, 2:15, 4:30, 7 & 9:15 pm • www.imagescinema.org
MISC.
Moreau Lake State Park • Mud Pond Hike — This flat hike starts off on the nature trail and heads out to Mud Pond where you cans ee some beaver lodges • 10 am-noon • Registration necessary with 24 hours advanced notice; please call 518-793-0511
Moreau Lake State Park • Potter Point Hike — Join a Park Educator on this easily navigable and trail free parcel of the park. There will be beautiful views of the Hudson River and some natural wonders to explore • 11 am-12:30 pm • Registration necessary with 24 hours advanced notice; please call 518-793-0511
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Caffè Lena • monthly Bluegrass Jam, hosted by Schroon River String Band • 7 pm
Manchester Community Library and Taconic Music present “An Evening of Holiday Music” The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a reception offering mulled cider, mulled wine, and sweet and savory hors d’oeuvres donated by area fine restaurants. Violinists Joana Genova and Deanna Baasch, violist Ariel Rudiakov and cellist Nathaniel Parke will play light classical, Broadway, and holiday tunes, starting at 6:30 p.m. Their performance offers some pieces to warm your heart and bring a tear to your eye, others to make you snap your fingers and tap your feet • at the library, at 138 Cemetery Ave. in Manchester Center, VT. For more info, call the Library at 802-362-2607
Berkshire Theatre Group • “A Christmas Carol” (runs December 9-10, 13-17 & 20-22) • 7 pm
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Caffè Lena • Ezekiels Wheels, a klezmer ensemble that brings virtuosity, and contagious energy to every performance • 7 pm • info and tickets ($20/$18 or $10 for children/students) at www.caffelena.org
Crandall Library • Winter Bluegrass Jam with Alan Epstein (also January 18, February 15) • 6:30 pm • Community Room • free • more info at 518-792-6508 x237 or www.crandalllibrary.org
Berkshire Theatre Group • “A Christmas Carol” (runs December 9-10, 13-17 & 20-22) • 7 pm
Images • “Wonderstruck”: (runs Dec.15-21) • today’s times, 2:15, 4:30, 7 & 9:15 pm • www.imagescinema.org
MISC.
Moreau Lake State Park • Knee High Naturalist — This class is intended for children ages 1-6 and their parents/guardians along with any siblings. The group hears a short story or two based on the outdoors and then goes for a short hike hoping to see some cool wildlife Please bring snack and water • 1 pm • Registration necessary with 24 hours advanced notice; please call 518-793-0511
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Caffè Lena • A Very Leonard Christmas with Let’s Be Leonard (also on 12/23), a jazzy five-piece rock and roll jam band from Saratoga Springs • 8 pm • info and tickets ($16/$14 or $8 for children/students) at www.caffelena.org
Helsinki Hudson • holiday-funk spectacular “Holidelic” — part dance party, part funk concert, part comedy show (also on 12/23) • 9 pm (doors 6 pm) • info and tickets ($25-$30) at helsinkihudson.com
THEATER
Paramount • The Rutland Youth Theater presents “Mary Poppins,” the Broadway Musical, with live orchestra (also on 12/23) • today’s time, 7 pm • info and tickets ($12, or $10 children/seniors) at www.paramountvt.org or 802-775-0903
Berkshire Theatre Group • “A Christmas Carol” (runs December 9-10, 13-17 & 20-22) • 7 pm
FILM
Mahaiwe • classic film “It’s a Wonderful Life” (1946). Designated the most inspirational movie of all time by the American Film Institute • 7 pm • FREE • www.mahaiwe.org
Images • “Wonderstruck”: Ben and Rose are children from two different eras who secretly wish their lives were different. Ben longs for the father he has never known, while Rose dreams of a mysterious actress whose life she chronicles in a scrapbook (runs Dec.15-21) • today’s times, 2:15, 4:30, 7 & 9:15 pm • www.imagescinema.org
MISC.
Cambridge United Presbyterian Church • Longest Night Worship, which acknowledges the grittiness and danger of the Christmas Story. Folks who are grieving, dealing with illness or brokenness, whose depression deepens during this season will find in this simple service the freedom to come just as they are and to be comforted by Emmanuel • 7 pm • 81 E Main St, Cambridge, NY
Moreau Lake State Park • Red Oak Ridge Hike — This somewhat challenging hike is about 2.5 miles round trip. You climb about half way up the mountain range and walk through some special places the naturalist points out as well as stop to enjoy. Please bring snack and water • 8 am • Registration necessary with 24 hours advanced notice; please call 518-793-0511
Moreau Lake State Park •
Spring Overlook Hike — Join a naturalist for this steep but short hike up to the Spring Overlook. This almost mile long trek one way is one of the favorites at the park. Once at the top you see a beautiful view of the Hudson River • 1 pm • Registration necessary with 24 hours advanced notice; please call 518-793-0511
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Caffè Lena • A Very Leonard Christmas with Let’s Be Leonard (also on 12/22), a jazzy five-piece rock and roll jam band from Saratoga Springs • 8 pm • info and tickets ($16/$14 or $8 for children/students) at www.caffelena.org
Helsinki Hudson • holiday-funk spectacular “Holidelic” — part dance party, part funk concert, part comedy show (also on 12/22) • 9 pm (doors 6 pm) • info and tickets ($25-$30) at helsinkihudson.com
Mahaiwe • John Pizzarelli Quartet with Catherine Russell present “Billie & Blue Eyes” • 8 pm • $30-$100 • www.mahaiwe.org
THEATER
Paramount • The Rutland Youth Theater presents “Mary Poppins,” the Broadway Musical, with live orchestra (also on 12/22) • today’s times, 2 & 7 pm • info and tickets ($12, or $10 children/seniors) at www.paramountvt.org or 802-775-0903
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