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Our
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Prelude
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Nights Lodging
2 Continental Breakfasts
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Kennebunkport's
Christmas Prelude
Dec
3 - 13,
2009
Tentative Schedule of Events
(A KBA Event - subject to change)
Ongoing
Events through Christmas Prelude
Festive Holiday Fare & Entertainment at Inns and Restaurants
The L. A. Frechette Gallery, 29 Western Avenue, Lower
Village. For the joy of it, prices will be reduced by 20%
on any painting in the Gallery at time of purchase (and include free
shipping). Residents, get 30% off during this Prelude Special. 5% of
all sales will be donated to Development Child for special needs
kids.
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM December 4, 5, and 6, and December 11,
12, and 13. Winter Warmers Open House. Cape Porpoise
Kitchen will be serving samples of all your winter favorites –
mulled cider, cookies, and hot chocolate. Cape Porpoise Center. For
more information: 967-1150.
10:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. (Prelude Weekends), 6:00 P.M. daily -
Nov. 22 - Dec. 22. "Small Works for the Holidays". New
small works by 16 of our artists will be displayed in our new Home
Space on the first floor of Maine Art Gallery, curated by Amy
Boucher. Perfect timing for your holiday shopping!! Maine Art
Gallery, Lower Village.
The Nonantum Resort
THURSDAY, December 3
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Prelude Champagne Reception at
The Nott House, 8 Maine Street. Includes champagne and hors
d’oeuvres donated by local inns, restaurants and businesses.
Presented by the Kennebunkport Historical Society. Admission: $20
pp. Space is limited– reservations are highly recommended. Please
call 207-967-2751.
FRIDAY, December 4
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM – Holiday Shopping. Sponsoring shops & galleries
offer festive holiday refreshments throughout the weekend.
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM – Prelude Show of Fine Arts and Crafts. Featuring
original works of art, fine crafts, and prints. The Masonic Hall on
corner of Temple Street and North St., sponsored by Maine Women in
the Arts.
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Pastel Painters of Maine Members Show. An
exhibition and sale featuring original pastel paintings. River Tree
Center for the Arts, 35 Western Ave. Lower Village.
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Tour of the 1853 Nott House.
Tour of the Greek Revival home, The Nott House, 8 Maine Street.
Admission: $7. Members and under 18, free. Presented by The
Kennebunkport Historical Society.
2:00 PM – Historic Village Walking Tour. This wonderful and very
popular walking tour takes you on a journey through the streets of
the village where you will see spectacular, unique and inspiring
holiday decorations of historic homes. Tour begins at The Nott
House, 8 Maine St. Admission $7. Members and under 18, free.
Presented by the Kennebunkport Historical Society.
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM – Fish Chowder Supper. Homemade fish chowder with
all the “fixins” at the Wildwood Fire House, Wildes District Road.
Sponsored by Wildwood Ladies Auxiliary.
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Maine Women in the Arts Reception. Meet the
artists participating in the Prelude Show of Fine Arts and Crafts
Show. The Masonic Lodge on Temple Street.
5:00
– Close – Hands by the fire! Come warm your hands by the fire at
Port Bakery and Café. Enjoy hot cocoa, mulled cider, and holiday
treats by the fire on our patio. Rt. 35, Lower Village.
5:30 PM – Tree Lighting Ceremony in Dock Square
officially begins the season. Join in Christmas Caroling with the
Kennebunk High School Chamber Singers. Sponsored by KBA member:
Kennebunk Savings Bank.
6:00 PM – 6:30 PM – Live Nativity. Right after the tree lighting,
join the South Church Youth as they present a Nativity Tableau
complete with live animals. Front steps of South Congregational
Church, Temple Street.
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM – “Light Up the Tree”. Before, during, and after
the Lobster Trap Tree lighting, enjoy hot chocolate and mulled cider
at Cape Porpoise Kitchen, Cape Porpoise Center, 967-1150.
7:00 PM – Cape Porpoise Lobster Trap Tree.
Kennebunkport’s most original holiday decoration will be officially
lit in Cape Porpoise Square with Christmas Caroling. Refreshments
served at Cape Porpoise Fire Station compliments of Bradbury Bros.
Market. Sponsored by the KBA.
7:00 PM – Bonfire and singing of Christmas Carols behind Washington
Hose Fire Company Station, Route 35 Lower Village. Sponsored by the
Washington Hose Fire Co.
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM – River Tree Holiday Jam. Bring your friends, your
family, and your instrument and join River Tree’s music faculty,
students, staff, and friends for a jam session celebrating the
holidays! River Tree Center for the Arts, 35 Western Ave., Lower
Village.
7:30 PM – Don Campbell Christmas Concert & Buffet Dinner.
Concert Tickets with dinner, dessert, and Coffee - $40. Buffet
dinner will include carving station, pastas, soups, and salads.
The Nonantum Resort,
95 Ocean Ave.
10:00 PM – Close – Live Music at Federal Jack’s Brew Pub, 8 Western
Ave., Lower Village.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5
7:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Blueberry Pancake Breakfast. Start the day with
a full breakfast of blueberry pancakes at the Washington Hose Fire
Company, Route 35, Lower Village.
7:00 AM – 3:00 PM – Mothers Club Prelude Fair. Christmas
decorations, hand made crafts, animal gifts, and more. Quilt for
sale. Washington Hose Fire Station (upstairs), Route 35, Lower
Village. Sponsored by the Kennebunk Lower Village Mothers Club.
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM – American Legion Christmas Crafts Fair at the
Legion Hall, 102 Main St., across from the K’port Police Station.
Featuring a wide variety of crafts by Maine artisans, gift baskets,
baked goods, raffles, silent auction, and more. Sponsored by the
American Legion Kennebunkport Memorial Post #159.
8:30 AM – 2:00 PM – Atlantic Hall Prelude Fair with crafts, art,
collectibles, and antiques. Atlantic Hall, Cape Porpoise Square.
9:00 AM –9:00 PM – Holiday Shopping. Sponsoring shops and galleries
offer festive refreshments throughout the day.
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM – Holiday Crafts Fair at the Consolidated School,
a tradition for over 20 years. It is a wonderful fair featuring a
wide variety of crafts from local artisans. School Street, Route 9
East. Sponsored by the Consolidated PTA. $1 donation to benefit the
children.
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM – 18th Annual Christmas Fair at the Senior Center,
Lower Village, 175 Port Road. Featuring wreaths, boxwood trees,
decorative candle centerpieces, and many other Christmas items.
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM – “Mainely Unique” Annual Craft Fair at the South
Congregational Church and Community House, Temple Street. Sponsored
by the Women’s Association of South Congregational Church.
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Hurlbutt’s “Antiques Road Show” Hurlbutt
Designs will feature it’s own version of “Antiques Road Show”
hosting one of New England’s most reputable appraisers. Bring any
one item to 53 Western Ave. (Rte. 9) Lower Village. For just $10
you’ll discover the value of your own treasure. Mulled cider and
cookies, of course.
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Hand Printed Holiday Cards. Stop by River Tree
for a hands-on screen print workshop. Arrive ready to immerse in the
printmaking process, (expect to get a little dirty on the way) and
leave with your own hand printed holiday cards. River Tree Center
for the Arts, 35 Western Ave., Lower Village.
10:00 AM – 1:30 PM – Christmas Fair and Chowder Luncheon featuring
chowder, lobster rolls, homemade desserts, etc. Luncheon begins at
11 AM. First Congregational Church, Corner of Arundel Road, North
Street, and Log Cabin Road. Sponsored by the Ladies Society.
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Holiday Crafts Fair. A variety of offerings for
yourselves or for gift giving. Village Baptist Church, 6 Maine St.
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Tour of the 1853 Nott House.
Tour of the Greek Revival home, The Nott House, 8 Maine Street.
Admission: $7. Presented by The Kennebunkport Historical Society.
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Pastel Painters of Maine Members Show. An
exhibition and sale featuring original pastel paintings by its
members. River Tree Center for the Arts, 35 Western Ave. Lower
Village.
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM – Prelude Show of Fine Arts and Crafts. Features
original works of art, fine crafts and prints. The Masonic Hall on
corner of Temple Street and North St., sponsored by Maine Women in
the Arts.
10:30 AM – 3:30PM – Historic Trolley Ride. Ride an historic
electric, toasty warm, streetcar on 3 ½ miles of trolley tracks
through the Maine woods. Early 20th Century K’port residents used
these trolleys to do their Christmas shopping. Complimentary hot
drinks and snacks available. Unique gifts found only in our Museum
Store, open 10 - 4. $4 pp for trolley rides. Seashore Trolley
Museum, 195 Log Cabin Road (3 miles north of Dock Square). For more
information: 967-2712, www.trolleymuseum.org.
11:00 AM – 2nd Annual “Christmas Rush” 5K Road Race. Bring a wrapped
present for a young boy or girl, run “The Rush”, and enjoy hot
chocolate and Christmas cookies afterward. Kennebunk Beach.
Sponsored by the West Kennebunk Fire Department.
11:00 – 1:00 PM – The Wandering Christmas Minstrel. Dave Peloquin,
with top hat, guitar, and clear tenor voice will stroll through Dock
Square and Lower Village shopping areas for your holiday
entertainment. Sponsored by KBA members: American Sailor Clothing,
Flaherty Imports, and Alisson's Restaurant.
11:00 AM – 2:00
PM - Chili Luncheon and light fare served downstairs at Community
Center, across from South Congregational Church, Temple St.
Sponsored by the Women’s Association of South Congregational Church.
11:00 AM & 2:00 PM – Historic Village Walking Tour. This wonderful
and very popular walking tour takes you on a journey through the
streets of the village where you will see spectacular, unique and
inspiring holiday decorations of other historic homes. Tour begins
at The Nott House, 8 Maine Street. Admission: $7.00 (members and
under 18 free). Presented by the Kennebunkport Historical Society.
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Meet the Artist. Nationally known calendar
artist, Dana Heacock, will sign your 2009 Abacus Calendar. A
selection of his artwork will be displayed in the gallery. Abacus
Gallery, 2 Ocean Avenue.
11:30 A.M - 2:30 P.M. Prelude Luncheon Buffet - Take a complimentary
ride on the Intown Trolley to the Nonantum Resort for lunch. (Or
drive, plenty of free parking.) Bring your Christmas purchases and
we will gift wrap them! Donations will be accepted, to benefit
Caring Unlimited. Ocean Ave.
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Face Painting by Sara Weston for the young and
not so young, plus complimentary hot drinks and desserts. The
Masiello Real Estate Information Center, Coopers Corner, Lower
Village.
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM – 15th Annual Christmas Prelude Open House at the
P. DeSantis Gallery & Studio featuring fine art and folk art. 77
North St., Kennebunkport.
1:30 PM – 2:30 –Choral Presentation by the Curtis Lake Christian
Church Choir magnifying the birth of Christ at the steps of Union
Square. Sponsored by KBA Member: The Captain Lord Mansion.
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM – Copper Pot Hot Cider served during the Choral
Presentation as well as product samples compliments of Roly’s
English Fudge, Union Square.
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Cookie Decorating Party for Kids. Our Bakery
Elves will help the kids decorate holiday cookies that will be as
fun to make, as they will be to eat! Port Bakery & Café, Rt. 35,
Lower Village.
3:00 PM – Third ANNUAL HAT PARADE. A parade of revelers in their
holiday hats led by the Patriot Fife and Drum Duo. Show off your
handmade or store bought creations. Hat wearers of all ages are
welcome. Gather at the town parking lot behind Dock Square by 2:45.
Parade will march over the bridge to The Best of Everything. Prizes
will be awarded for various categories. Sponsored by KBA member:
Best of Everything.
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM – The Patriot Fife and Drum Duo will stroll
through the Dock Square and Lower Village shopping areas for your
holiday entertainment. Sponsored by KBA Members: The Kennebunk
Savings Bank.
4:30 PM – 8:00 PM – Down East Lobster Bake. Featuring lobsters,
steamers, hamburgers and hotdogs. Washington Hose Fire Company,
Route 35, Lower Village.
5:00 PM – Close - Hands by the fire! Come warm your hands by the
fire at Port Bakery and Café. Enjoy hot cocoa, mulled cider, and
holiday treats by the fire on our patio. Port Bakery & Café, Rt. 35,
Lower Village.
5:30 PM – Tree Lighting & Christmas Stroll at Lower Village.
Join us at the corner of Christensen Lane and Route 35 for the
lighting of the Lower Village Tree with carols by the Kennebunk High
School Chamber Singers. Following the lighting, enjoy the
traditional stroll to the Franciscan Monastery. Sponsored by KBA
Members: Ocean Bank and Kennebunkport Business Association
6:30 PM – Candlelight Caroling hosted by the Franciscan Monastery,
Beach Street, Lower Village. Enjoy chestnuts roasted on an open fire
at the gate of the Monastery. Sponsored by KBA Members: The White
Barn Inn and Grissini.
10:00 PM – Close – Live Music at Federal Jack’s Brew Pub, 8 Western
Ave., Lower Village.
Festive Holiday Fare & Entertainment Throughout the
Evening at Sponsoring Inns and Restaurants
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6
Sunday Morning – Religious Services at local churches.
8:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Breakfast with Mrs. Clause and Elves
at
The Nonantum Resort,
Ocean Ave. Bring your child for a special holiday brunch hosted by
these visitors from the North Pole. Souvenir photo included. Large
Buffet Brunch with hot and cold items and special holiday treats.
Adults - $18, under 12 -$9.
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM - American Legion Christmas Crafts Fair at the
Legion Hall, 102 Main St., across from the K’port Police Station.
Featuring a wide variety of crafts by Maine artisans, gift baskets,
baked goods, raffles, silent auction, and more. Sponsored by the
American Legion Kennebunkport Memorial Post #159.
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Prelude Show of Fine Arts & Crafts features
original works of art, fine crafts and prints at the Masonic Lodge
on the corner of Temple Street and North St. Sponsored by Maine
Women in the Arts.
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM – Holiday Shopping. Sponsoring shops and
galleries offer festive refreshments throughout the day.
11:00 AM – 3:30PM – Historic Trolley Ride. Ride an historic
electric, toasty warm, streetcar on 3 ½ miles of trolley tracks
through the Maine woods. Early 20th Century K’port residents used
these trolleys to do their Christmas shopping. Complimentary hot
drinks and snacks available. Unique gifts found only in our Museum
Store, open 10 - 4. $4 pp for trolley rides. Seashore Trolley
Museum, 195 Log Cabin Road (3 miles north of Dock Square). For more
information: 967-2712, www.trolleymuseum.org.
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM - Annual Wreath Display & Silent Auction. View and
bid on charmingly decorated wreaths donated by area businesses,
artists, and creative community members. Also view the Salon Style
and Living Little exhibits as part of a Merry Museum Open House.
Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St., Kennebunk.
2:00 PM –
Santa Arrives by Lobster Boat at the Landing Restaurant.
Follow Santa and the Lobster Elves through Dock Square to the
Community House on Temple Street for photos courtesy of KBA Member
Ocean Exposure. (There may be a wait line while all children and
families have their special time with Santa.) Sponsored by KBA
Members: Alano, Ltd. and Carrots & Company.
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Cookie Decorating Party for Kids. Our Bakery
Elves will help the kids decorate holiday cookies that will be as
fun to make, as they will be to eat! Port Bakery & Café, Rt. 35,
Lower Village.
5:00 PM – Close - Hands by the fire! Come warm your hands by the
fire at Port Bakery and Café. Enjoy hot cocoa, mulled cider, and
holiday treats by the fire on our patio. Port Bakery & Café, Rt. 35,
Lower Village.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11
10:00 AM – Holiday Shopping all day at sponsoring Shops and
Galleries.
5:00 PM – Close - Hands by the fire! Come warm your hands by the
fire at Port Bakery and Café. Enjoy hot cocoa, mulled cider, and
holiday treats by the fire on our patio. Port Bakery & Café, Rt. 35,
Lower Village.
10:00 PM – Close – Live Music at Federal Jack’s Brew Pub, 8 Western
Ave., Lower Village.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12
10:00 AM – Holiday Shopping all day.
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Winter Warmers Open House. Cape Porpoise
Kitchen will be serving samples of all your winter favorites—mulled
cider, cookies and hot chocolate. Cape Porpoise. For more
information: 967-1150
10:00 AM – 4:00
PM – Prelude Open House – Tour of the 1853 Greek Revival home, The
Nott House, 8 Maine Street. Admission: $7. Members and under 18,
free. Presented by The Kennebunkport Historical Society.
10:30 AM – 3:30PM – Historic Trolley Ride. Ride an historic
electric, toasty warm, streetcar on 3 ½ miles of trolley tracks
through the Maine woods. Early 20th Century K’port residents used
these trolleys to do their Christmas shopping. Complimentary hot
drinks and snacks available. Unique gifts found only in our Museum
Store, open 10 - 4. $4 pp for trolley rides. Seashore Trolley
Museum, 195 Log Cabin Road (3 miles north of Dock Square). For more
information: 967-2712, www.trolleymuseum.org.
11:00 – 1:00 PM – The Wandering Christmas Minstrel. Dave Peloquin,
with top hat, guitar, and clear tenor voice will stroll through Dock
Square and Lower Village shopping areas for your holiday
entertainment. Sponsored by KBA member: Village Paperie
11:00 AM & 2:00 PM – Historic Village Walking Tour. This wonderful
and very popular walking tour takes you on a journey through the
streets of the village where you will see spectacular, unique and
inspiring holiday decorations of other historic homes. Tour begins
at The Nott House, 8 Maine Street. Admission: $7.00 (members and
under 18 free). Presented by the Kennebunkport Historical Society.
12:00 – 4:00 PM – Holiday Arts and Craft Fair. Holiday desserts
provided. Donations accepted at the door. Proceeds will benefit
Caring Unlimited. Nonantum Resort, Ocean Ave.
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM – Historic Inns Open House. The Historic Inns of
Kennebunkport will display their splendid holiday decorations and
serve refreshments. $5.00 donation. Tickets available at the
Hospitality Center, Chamber of Commerce or the respective inns.
Proceeds to benefit the Community Food Pantry. For more information:
Captain Fairfield Inn, 967-4454
1:00 -3:00 PM – The Patriot Fife and Drum Duo will stroll through
the Dock Square and Lower Village shopping areas for your holiday
entertainment. Sponsored by KBA Members: The Kennebunkport Inn and
Dock Square Clothiers.
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM - Cookie Decorating Party for Kids. Our Bakery
Elves will help the kids decorate holiday cookies that will be as
fun to make, as they will be to eat! Port Bakery & Café, Rt. 35,
Lower Village.
3:30
PM – 4:00 PM – A cappella Choral Presentation by East Side Story.
Kennebunkport native Dan Huff and the other members of this group
will perform at the steps of Union Square with candlelight caroling
to follow. Sponsored by KBA Members: The Historic Inns of the
Kennebunks.
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM – A Christmas Choral Delight. Gordon College’s C.
Thomas Brooks directs a program of wonderful Christmas songs, both
traditional and contemporary, exquisitely presented by the Lyricora
Singers, Michael Monroe, accompanist. Village Baptist Church, 6
Maine St. Donations appreciated.
5:00 PM – Close - Hands by the fire! Come warm your hands by the
fire at Port Bakery and Café. Enjoy hot cocoa, mulled cider, and
holiday treats by the fire on our patio. Port Bakery & Café, Rt. 35,
Lower Village.
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM – New England Ringers. We are pleased to be able
to include this wonderful group in our schedule. In their 7th year
as an ensemble, New England Ringers continue to present musically
rich concerts full of advanced hand bell techniques, entertainment,
and fun. South Congregational Church, Temple St. Admission $5,
children under 12 free. www.newenglandringers.org. Sponsored by KBA
Member: Stonehome Estate Jewelry.
7:30 PM – Holiday Concert. 7:30 PM - An Evening of Holiday Music.
The Kennebunk High School Chamber Choir presents a program of
seasonal carols and choral music at the Village Baptist Church,
Maine St. Sponsored by KBA Member: The Emporium.
10:00 PM – Close – Live Music at Federal Jack’s Brew Pub, 8 Western
Ave., Lower Village.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13
Sunday Morning – Religious Services at local churches.
8:00 AM – Noon – Breakfast with Santa. Bring your
child for a special holiday brunch hosted by the jolly old man
himself. Souvenir photo included. Large buffet brunch with hot and
cold items and specialty treats. Adults $20, under 12 $10.
The Nonantum Resort,
95 Ocean Ave.
10:00 AM – closing – Holiday Shopping at participating Shops and
Galleries all day.
10:30 AM – 3:30PM – Historic Trolley Ride. Ride an historic
electric, toasty warm, streetcar on 3 ½ miles of trolley tracks
through the Maine woods. Early 20th Century K’port residents used
these trolleys to do their Christmas shopping. Complimentary hot
drinks and snacks available. Unique gifts found only in our Museum
Store, open 10 - 4. $4 pp for trolley rides. Seashore Trolley
Museum, 195 Log Cabin Road (3 miles north of Dock Square). For more
information: 967-2712, www.trolleymuseum.org.
2:00 PM – Santa Arrives by Fire Engine in Cape Porpoise Square. Cape
Porpoise Kitchen will host Santa for this traditional meet and greet
with photo opportunities for children of all ages. Hot chocolate and
candy canes a-plenty. Sponsored by: The Kennebunkport Business
Association and KBA Member: Cape Porpoise Kitchen.
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Cookie Decorating Party for Kids. Our Bakery Elves will help the
kids decorate holiday cookies that will be as fun to make, as they
will be to eat! Port Bakery & Café, Rt. 35, Lower Village.
3:00 PM – 5 PM – 5th Annual Holiday Tea. The Brick Store Museum
invites families for a rare look inside one of the area’s many
exquisite historic homes. Learn a bit about tea etiquette customs,
and the history of this year’s venue, all while enjoying a sumptuous
afternoon tea. Advance reservations required by Dec. 2. Call
207-985-4802 or email info@brickstoremuseum.org. Adults, $15,
children $7.50. Members: Adults $12, children $6. Children under 4
free.
5:00 PM – Close - Hands by the fire! Come warm your hands by the
fire at Port Bakery and Café. Enjoy hot cocoa, mulled cider, and
holiday treats by the fire on our patio. Port Bakery & Café, Rt. 35,
Lower Village.
Kennebunkport's Christmas Prelude is a KBA -
Kennebunkport Business Association Event. All
programs and events subject to change without
notice.
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