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SUMMARY:Holiday Enchantment at Connecticut Science Center
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Enchantment brings seasonal displays\, interactive experiences\, and festive science to the Connecticut Science Center from November 14 through December 23\, 2026. Visitors can stomp\, jump\, and dance through the new Enchanted Lights experience\, pose at holiday photo backdrops\, try the indoor sock-skating rink\, make crafts in the Winter Wonder Lab\, and enjoy seasonal science demonstrations. The Sharks exhibition is also included with general admission. Activities are included with a general admission ticket. \nSanta will be available for photos on select dates: November 14\, 15\, 21\, 22\, 27\, 28\, and 29\, and December 6\, 12\, 13\, 19\, and 20\, from 11 am to 3 pm; December 5 from 12 pm to 2 pm. \nConnecticut Science Center is located at 250 Columbus Blvd.\, Hartford\, CT.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/holiday-enchantment-at-connecticut-science-center/
LOCATION:Connecticut Science Center\, 250 Columbus Boulevard\, Hartford\, CT\, 06103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hartford
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SUMMARY:All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914 at Playhouse on Park
DESCRIPTION:Playhouse on Park presents All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914\, a musical retelling of the remarkable true story of the World War I Christmas Truce. Set on the Western Front in 1914\, the production recounts the extraordinary night when soldiers from opposing sides laid down their weapons\, shared music and found moments of camaraderie and peace. \nTold through the words and songs of the men who experienced the truce\, the production explores a brief but memorable pause in the fighting during the Christmas season. \nAll Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914 runs from December 2 through December 27 at Playhouse on Park\, located at 244 Park Road in West Hartford. Performances are Wednesdays through Saturdays at 7:30 pm\, with additional performances on Tuesdays\, Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm. \nFor tickets and additional information\, visit playhouseonpark.org or contact the box office at 860-523-5900\, ext. 10\, or boxoffice@playhousetheatregroup.org.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/all-is-calm-the-christmas-truce-of-1914-at-playhouse-on-park/
LOCATION:Playhouse on Park\, 244 Park Road\, West Hartford\, 06119\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Hartford
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SUMMARY:Holiday Open House at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with festive décor\, holiday displays\, and a visit with Santa and his elf\, who will greet children and hear their Christmas wishes. Guests can also tour the exhibition Unwrapping Christmas Past: From Puritans to Pop Culture and enjoy complimentary refreshments at the Pop-up Café. The open house takes place Sunday\, December 6\, 2026\, from 12 pm to 4 pm. Admission is $5. Proceeds benefit the museum’s educational and cultural programs. \nLockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum is located at 295 West Ave.\, Norwalk\, CT. See the museum website for the full schedule and tickets.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/holiday-open-house-at-lockwood-mathews-mansion-museum/
LOCATION:Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum\, 295 West Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Norwalk
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SUMMARY:UPstaged | A Christmas Carol starring Dick Terhune at Palace Theater
DESCRIPTION:A timeless holiday story comes to life in a captivating one-man performance when Dick Terhune presents A Christmas Carol at Palace Theater on Sunday\, December 6\, 2026\, from 2 to 3:30 pm\, with an intermission. Terhune’s acclaimed interpretation of Charles Dickens’ classic has been described as mesmerizing\, breathtaking\, brilliant and unforgettable. \nKnown for his versatility and commanding stage presence\, Terhune portrays more than 30 of Dickens’ memorable characters in a dynamic solo performance. His portrayal takes audiences through Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation from a miserly businessman to a man renewed by compassion\, along with the ghostly encounters that challenge him along the way. \nThe production captures the heart\, humor and emotional depth of Dickens’ beloved holiday tale while demonstrating Terhune’s ability to bring an entire cast of characters to life on a single stage. Audiences and critics have praised the performance for its powerful storytelling and engaging theatrical style. \nUPstaged | A Christmas Carol starring Dick Terhune takes place at the Poli Club at Palace Theater\, 100 East Main Street\, Waterbury\, Connecticut. Additional information and tickets are available at UPstaged | A Christmas Carol starring Dick Terhune.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/upstaged-a-christmas-carol-starring-dick-terhune-at-palace-theater/
LOCATION:Palace Theater\, 100 East Main Street\, Waterbury\, CT\, 06702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waterbury
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SUMMARY:Get That Holiday Feeling with the Connecticut Accordion Association at Mattatuck Museum
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with a festive musical performance at the Mattatuck Museum on Sunday\, December 6\, from 2 to 3:30 pm. The Connecticut Accordion Association\, led by conductor Peter Peluso\, will present a full-ensemble concert featuring holiday favorites and surprise guest artists. \nDesigned for audiences of all ages\, this lively seasonal performance offers a fresh take on familiar holiday tunes and an opportunity to enjoy the sounds of the accordion in a festive concert setting. \nAdmission is $20 for nonmembers\, $15 for members\, and $10 for youth.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/get-that-holiday-feeling-with-the-connecticut-accordion-association-at-mattatuck-museum/
LOCATION:Mattatuck Museum\, 63 Prospect Street\, Waterbury\, CT\, 06702\, United States
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SUMMARY:Santa Switch at Thomaston Opera House
DESCRIPTION:A new holiday jukebox musical brings Christmas magic\, comedy and familiar songs to the stage with Santa Switch at the Thomaston Opera House this December. \nWhen Santa and Mrs. Claus decide to retire\, they begin searching for someone to take over the most important job in the world. Their chosen successor is a young New York advertising executive\, but when he turns down the opportunity\, the North Pole and the future of Christmas are suddenly at risk. \nSanta Switch features a festive mix of beloved Christmas favorites and popular contemporary songs. The musical includes “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus\,” “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” and “A Holly Jolly Christmas\,” along with songs such as “What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong\, “Best Day of My Life” by American Authors and “Breakaway” by Kelly Clarkson. \nPerformances are scheduled for December 5\, 11\, 12\, 18 and 19\, 2026\, at 7 pm\, with matinee performances on December 6\, 13 and 20 at 2 pm. Admission starts at $26.50\, not including fees. \nSanta Switch takes place at the Thomaston Opera House\, 158 Main Street\, Thomaston\, Connecticut 06787. Tickets and additional event information are available online at CivicLift event page.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/santa-switch-at-thomaston-opera-house/2026-12-06/
LOCATION:Palace Theater\, 100 East Main Street\, Waterbury\, CT\, 06702\, United States
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SUMMARY:Buoy Tree Lighting Ceremony at Lisman Landing
DESCRIPTION:Decorated buoys made by community members adorn a 20- to 30-foot holiday tree built from lobster traps at the Milford waterfront. The celebration includes a holiday market\, food trucks\, music\, Santa and Mrs. Claus arriving by oyster boat\, and a tree lighting with the mayor. The event takes place Sunday\, December 6\, 2026\, from 2 pm to 6 pm. The market runs from 3 pm to 6 pm\, music is scheduled for 4 pm to 4:45 pm\, Santa arrives at 4:45 pm\, and the tree lighting is at 5 pm. See the Milford Arts Council event page for updates. \nLisman Landing is located at 37 Helwig St.\, Milford\, CT 06460. \nThe details provided listed December 7\, but the Milford Arts Council’s current 2026 schedule gives December 6.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/buoy-tree-lighting-ceremony-at-lisman-landing/
LOCATION:Lisman Landing\, 37 Helwig Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
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