FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10

10:00 AM - Holiday Shopping all day at sponsoring Shops and Galleries.

1:00 PM - 3:30 PM - 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.

5:00 PM to Close - Hands by the Fire!  Enjoy hot cocoa, mulled cider, and holiday treats by the fire on our patio at Port Bakery & Café, Rt. 35, Lower Village.

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM - Christmas Carol Capers. A musical appetizer: songs and sing-along to benefit the non-profit online music journal The Classical Voice of New England, Inc. Performance is at the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust Headquarters, Gravelly Brook Road. Adm: free; donations accepted.
         
10:00 PM - Close - Live Music at Federal Jack’s Brew Pub, 8 Western Ave., Lower Village.
 
Festive Holiday Fare and Entertainment Throughout the
Evening at Sponsoring Inns and Restaurants


SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11

10:00 AM - Holiday Shopping all day.

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Holiday Arts and Craft Fair and Luncheon with Entertainment.  Buffet luncheon with seasonal comfort food is $14.95 pp.  Proceeds will benefit Caring Unlimited.  Holiday entertainment by Ocean Brass.Nonantum Resort, Ocean Ave.

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.

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Hurlbutt’s “Antiques Road Show.” Hurlbutt Designs will host one of New England’s most reputable appraisers. Bring any one item to Hurlbutt Designs, 53 Western Ave. (Rte. 9) Lower Village. For a donation of $10 per item for the Maine Cancer Foundation, you’ll discover the value of your treasure.

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Christmas at River Tree Arts. Celebrations for all ages.  
10 - Noon, make Christmas Crafts; 10 - 2, child care; 10 - 5, Clothesline Art Sale. 
River Tree Arts, 35 Western Ave., Lower Village.
 
11:00 AM - 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 - 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. Entertainment will begin and end at sponsoring KBA member, Henry VIII Carvery, Union St.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Book Signing by Local Author, Trish Mason, author of THE SEASIDE HOUSE - MAINE INNKEEPERS detailing the history of inn keeping as told by a 9th generation innkeeper of the oldest inn in America. Lobby of the Seaside, 80 Beach Ave., Kennebunk.

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.  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.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - Melodies and Memories, Barbershop Quartet. This nationally ranked singing group will perform Christmas favorites while they wander our festive streets. Sponsored by KBA members Flaherty Imports and The Best of Everything.

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: H. B. Provisions, Compliments Gallery, and Federal Jack’s Restaurant and Brew Pub.

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 Chamber of Commerce or the respective inns. Proceeds to benefit the Community Food Pantry. For more information: Captain Jefferds Inn, 967-2311.

1:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Holiday Wine and Cheese Tasting. Stop by Down East Wine Imports for samplings of our favorite wines and award winning Maine cheeses.  Suggestions will be offered to enhance your holiday meals. (We apologize, but a new ME law prohibits children on the premises during wine tastings.) 13 Western Ave. Lower Village.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM - Cookie Decorating Party for Kids. Our bakery elves will help kids decorate holiday cookies that will be as much fun to make as they will be to eat!  “The Healthy You - Healthy Family” raffle tickets will be on sale, proceeds to benefit The Child Abuse Prevention Council of York County. Drawing will take place on Sunday, Dec. 13 at 4. Port Bakery and Café, Rt. 35, Lower Village.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM - The Sounds of Ocean Brass. Listen to the music of the season by this popular quartet of tuba and euphonium players. You’ll love the sound. (weather permitting) Union Square on Ocean Ave. Sponsored by KBA Members Alisson’s Restaurant and the Captain Lord Mansion.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Characters from the GRINCH! Performers from The Academy of Developing Artists of Maine will be delighting everyone with selections from this timeless Christmas story. They will gather at Ocean Exposure on Western Ave. and stroll through Lower Village and into Dock Square. Sponsored by KBA member Dock Square Clothiers.

5:00 PM to Close - Hands by the Fire!  Enjoy hot cocoa, mulled cider, and holiday treats by the fire on our patio at Port Bakery & Café, Rt. 35, Lower Village.

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM - Dance Party at River Tree Arts.  A dance for all ages at the River Tree Arts, 35 Western Ave., Lower Village.

7:30 PM - Holiday Concert.  An Evening of Holiday Music. The Kennebunk High School Chamber Choir, directed by Nathan Menifield, presents a program of seasonal carols and choral music at the Village Baptist Church, Maine St. Sponsored by KBA Member: Arbitrage.

10:00 PM - Close - Live Music at Federal Jack’s Brew Pub, 8 Western Ave., Lower Village.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 12

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. Nonantum Resort, Ocean Ave.

10:00 AM - closing - Holiday Shopping at participating Shops and Galleries all day.

10:00 AM -12:00 PM - Book Signing and Activities. Author, Ed Shankman and Illustrator, Dave O’Neill, will be signing their book I MET A MOOSE IN MAINE ONE DAY. “Join a pair of unlikely friends on this fun-filled tour of Maine.”  Also available for signing, THE BOSTON BALLOONIES and THE CODS OF CAPE COD.  Poofberry’s, Cooper’s Corner (by Sunoco Station), Lower Village.

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. 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.  After a quick layover at Goat Island Lighthouse, his first stop is Cape Porpoise Kitchen in the center of Cape Porpoise, to meet and take photos with 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 - 5:00 PM - Cookie Decorating Party for Kids – Our bakery elves will help kids decorate holiday cookies that will be as much fun to make as they will be to eat!  “The Healthy You – Healthy Family” raffle tickets will be on sale, proceeds to benefit The Child Abuse Prevention Council of York County.  Drawing will take place on Sunday, Dec. 13 at 4. Port Bakery and Café, Rt. 35, Lower Village.

3:00 PM - 5 PM - 6th 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.1st. Call 207-985-4802 or email info@brickstoremuseum.org. Adults, $20; Members, $15; children, 14 and under  $7.50.  Children under 4: free.

5:00 PM to Close - Hands by the Fire!  Enjoy hot cocoa, mulled cider, and holiday treats by the fire on our patio at Port Bakery & Café, Rt. 35, Lower Village.


Festive Holiday Fare & Entertainment Throughout the
 Evening at Sponsoring Inns and Restaurants

ALL PROGRAMS AND EVENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE


For information & brochures about
Kennebunkport’s Christmas Prelude, write to:
The Kennebunkport Business Association
P. O. Box 1178, Kennebunkport, ME 04046

www.christmasprelude.com
www.kennebunkport.org


SHOPS WILL BE OPEN FOR HOLIDAY
SHOPPING THROUGH CHRISTMAS
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