Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine Dec. 1-7

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Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine Dec. 1-7

Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine Dec. 1-7

“Miracle on 34th Street, Schoolhouse Arts Center, Standish

Dec. 2-4, Friday-Sunday, 7:30pm/Fri. and Sat, 2pm/Sun, “Miracle on 34th Street,” An all-time holiday classic, Miracle On 34th Street is sure to put you in the holiday spirt! Single mother, Doris Walker, doesn’t want her six-year old daughter Susan’s head filled with romantic notions. Their neighbor Fred Gailey tries to woo Doris by charming Susan and taking her to see Santa Claus at Macy’s, where Doris works. Doris is not impressed -but when it turns out Macy’s Santa may in fact be the real Kris Kringle, a wave of love spreads across New York City that melts even the most cynical hearts. The perfect holiday treat for the entire family, $14/adults, $12/students and seniors, Schoolhouse Arts Center, 16 Richville Road, Standish. FMI: 207-642-3743, www.schoolhousearts.org.
Dec. 3, Saturday, all day events, “16th Annual Westbrook Festival of Trees,” breakfast with Santa at 8:30am on Saturday, free with donation, complimentary pictures with Santa provided. Festival Feast Buffet Public Dinner with Roast Pork from 5-6pm, $10, advent celebration on Sunday evening, Westbrook-Warren Church, 810 Main Street, Westbrook. FMI: 207-854-9157, westbrookfestivaloftrees.com.
Dec. 3-4, Saturday-Sunday, 8am-3pm/Sat, 11:30am-1pm/Fri, “Made in Maine Christmas Fair,” Handmade treasures, gift baskets, baked goods, jewelry, exceptional raffle items including art museum passes, gift certificates to restaurants, spas, Portland theatre tickets, hand-sewn quilt, antique doll house, and much more. Breakfast and lunch served at Snowflake Café – homemade food to eat in or take out. “BEST fair around!” free, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 919 Roosevelt Trail, Windham. FMI: 207-892-8288, ourladymaine.com.
Dec, 3, Saturday, 2pm, “The Nutcracker,” The Studio for the Living Arts Dance Complex invites communities to join us to celebrate the holiday season as we continue our annual holiday tradition with the return of “The Nutcracker” performance. This beloved Holiday classic will take Clara on a magical journey as she travels with a Nutcracker turned Prince to The Land of Sweets where she is treated to a celebration of sweets from around the world who dance just for her. Filled with enchantment and wonder, beautiful sets and costuming, “The Nutcracker” is a delightful addition to any holiday celebration. Living dolls, dancing glittering snowflakes, battling soldiers and mice, Mother Ginger, and the beautiful “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” … It’s “The Nutcracker” in all its magical, colorful, holiday charm, $22, Westbrook Performing Arts Center, 471 Stroudwater Street, Westbrook. FMI: 207-657-3006, westbrookpac.org.
Dec, 3-4, Saturday-Sunday, 2pm, “A Very Ida Christmas,” SHEEE’S BAAACK! It’s the Funniest Holiday Show in Maine! It’s Christmas in Mahoosuc Mills, Maine, and Ida Le Clair’s holiday spirit is so bright it could light up a Xmas tree. Come on over to Ida’s for the best Christmas ever. Pick up a few tips on the do’s and don’ts of holiday decorating, and get the latest update on Ida’s Christmas craft projects with her pals, the Women who Run with the Moose. Ida’s no Scrooge, so banish your humbugs and prepare to laugh. Reserve your tickets early and don’t get left out in the cold, $15, The Footlights Theatre, 190 US Route 1, Falmouth. FMI: 207-747-5434, www.thefootlightsinfalmouth.com.
Dec. 3, Saturday, 8pm, “Composers Showcase,” Featuring the USM Composers Ensemble directed by Michele Kaschub, the Composers Ensemble begins each semester with no music to play. All members are encouraged to begin writing to prepare for this concert, when every piece performed will be a world premiere. Students have an amazing opportunity to be the performers and the composers, understanding first-hand their composition in the hands of a chamber orchestra, free, Corthell Concert Hall, USM, 37 College Avenue, Gorham. FMI: 207-780-5555, www.usm.maine.edu/music/composers-showcase-0.
Dec. 5, Monday, 7pm, “Holiday Benefit A Cappella Concert,” The Downeasters Chorus will perform a benefit show, Come hear the rich, 4-part harmonies of this renowned 50 man chorus set to your favorite holiday and non-holiday classics, donations, Tuttle Road United Methodist Church, 52 Tuttle Road, Cumberland. FMI: 207-370-8181, www.downeasters.org.

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