Thursday, December 11th
Barnes & Noble Story time
http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2215
12/11 1:00 pm
Barnes & Noble, Newburgh Crossing, Newburgh, NY
Drop-in every Thursday for a story and other activities for children. Free.
Friday, December 12th
New Windsor Tree Lighting with the Snow Sisters
http://town.new-windsor.ny.us/
12/12 6:00-8:00 pm
New Windsor Town Hall, New Windsor, NY
Come see Frozen’s Anna & Elsa at New Windsor’s annual tree lighting ceremony. This event is fun for the entire family and includes the chance to visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus, a sleigh ride, bounce house, carolers and much more.
The Elf on a Shelf: A Christmas Tradition
http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/event/4796062ble
12/12 7:00 pm
Barnes & Noble, Newburgh Crossing, Newburgh, NY
Cornwall Middle School will host a special holiday event featuring The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition. Children can enjoy a story, scavenger hunt and crafts.
Friday through Sunday, December 12-14
A Christmas Carol
Fri 12/12 & Sat 12/13 7pm, Sat 12/13 & Sun 12/14 2pm.
Theatre at West Shore Station, Newburgh
Come enjoy Charles Dickens’ classic holiday tale featuring Scrooge, Tiny Tim, and all the Christmas Ghosts!
Saturday, December 13th
An Old Fashioned Christmas
12/13 11am-8pm
Village of Montgomery
Come watch Santa’s arrival as you stroll through the streets with the village carolers. Enjoy baked goods and beverages, holiday shopping and dining, horse and carriage rides, and children’s activities.
Tree Lighting and Holiday Celebration
12/13 12:30-5:00pm
Sugar Loaf Art and Craft Village
Come visit the historic artisan village and enjoy carolers, horse and wagon rides with Santa, and refreshments. Shops and galleries are decked out in holiday cheer. Santa greets children on the church porch at 3:30pm. Tree lighting at 4:30pm.
Saturday & Sunday, December 13&14
Candlelight Tours
12/13 3-7pm, 12/14 12-4pm (Also open Dec 20 & 21)
Hill-Hold Museum, Campbell Hall
Take a tour of the 1769 stone house with a traditional holiday tree surrounded by antique toys in the parlor. Cooking over the open hearth and refreshments available.
“Nutcracker, Short & Sweet”
12/13 2pm & 7pm, 12/14 3pm
Central Valley Elementary School
Support the Hudson Valley Dance Theatre by attending this family-oriented rendition of a classic holiday favorite ballet. “Nutcracker, Short & Sweet” offers the timeless music of Tchaikovsky as well as favorite dances performed by a company of ballet students, and delightful costumes. Perfect for audiences aged 3 and older. Advance tickets are $12, available at Dance Design School on Main Street in Cornwall (call 845-534-9671 for hours and directions). Tickets available at the door for $14.
Sunday, December 14th
Brunch with Santa
12/14, 10:30am-2:30pm
MacArthur’s Riverview Restaurant, Thayer Hotel, West Point
Bring the kids for a delicious Sunday brunch with Santa as a special guest of honor! . Reservations required.
Candlelight Tour of Historic Homes
www.newburghhistoricalsociety.com, 845-561-2585
12/14, 12-5pm
Newburgh
This annual tour, which begins at the Captain David Crawford House, takes visitors to private and public places beautifully decorated for the season with fresh flowers and greens. Tickets available by phone, online, or at the door.
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