Name: Palaver Strings – Beehive Chamber Series: Outlook at Vinegar Hill Music Theatre
Start: 2024-12-08T20:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-12-08T22:00:00-05:00
Location: Vinegar Hill Music Theatre

Kennebunkport
Event Schedule

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7:30 am

December 8, 2024 @ 7:30 am - 11:00 am

Breakfast with Mrs. Claus at The Nonantum Resort

Join us for a magical morning having breakfast and visiting with Mrs. Claus and the elves! Guests will have the opportunity to deliver their Christmas list to the North Pole, share their Christmas wishes with Mrs. Claus herself, and even receive a complimentary photo to capture the moment. The fun is boundless, the food is delightful, and the memories are sure to last a lifetime! Reservations are required. Cost: $30/Adult and $18/Kids Call For Reservations - 207-967-4050 The Nonantum Resort 95 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport https://www.nonantumresort.com/

8:00 am

December 8, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Craft Fair at Coffee Roasters of the Kennebunks

9:00 am

December 8, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

American Legion Christmas Craft Fair

9:30 am

December 8, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

Christmas Prelude Trolley Rides at Seashore Trolley Museum

Come out to the Seashore Trolley Museum for a special winter treat! Ride in heated trolleys decked out in live holiday greens on our private heritage railroad, shop in the Museum Store, check out several exhibits and displays including the new model railroad building, and enjoy delicious hot chocolate! Only $14/person; children 2 and under that will be sitting on laps on the trolley ride are free. Santa will also be on campus during three event days–see below for times! Complimentary hot chocolate and marshmallows to roast around our outdoor fire pit are included in the price of admission. This event will be held Friday-Sunday December 6-8 and 13-15. Our winter trolley rides are roughly 25 minutes in length and journey through our beautiful, wooded campus. You and your family/group are welcome to arrive before or stay after your ride to enjoy the museum’s outdoor exhibits and displays. The Museum will be open from 9:30AM-5:30PM. The last trolley ride departs from the Visitors Center at 5PM each day. Trolleys depart from our Visitors Center every 30 minutes (rides are not offered at 12PM or 12:30PM). This event will be held rain, light snow or shine. Santa will be on campus and available for photos during the following dates and times: Sunday, 12/8 from 3PM-5:30PM; and Friday-Sunday December 13-15 from 9:30AM-12PM and 1PM-5:30PM. Our heritage railway is approximately 3 miles from downtown Kennebunkport and does not connect with downtown Kennebunkport. Our trolleys are the real deal and operate on a railroad, not paved roads — the “trolleys” that travel on the roads are imitation trolleys built to look like the trolleys that operated in the early 1900s, the original trolleys that we have preserved and now operate on our heritage railway. Accessibility: Seashore Trolley Museum has a Mobilift to help guests with mobility challenges access our trolleys. For questions, please email events@trolleymuseum.org (Katie) or call (207) 967-2800 x110 (Alissa). Cost: $14 per person Tickets: https://christmastrolley.eventbrite.com

$14

10:00 am

December 8, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Wild Wonder Forest Bathing

MAGICAL WOODS WALKS for all ages, followed by festive hot cocoa & snacks. A perfect nature-based counter-point to other, more exuberant Prelude activities. Cost: $30 Per Person. Under 5 FREE. Groups of 4 or more receive one copy of the author's nature-themed book, "The Inside of ME." a perfect keepsake to natural places in Maine. Reservations REQUIRED: https://www.jennifercomeau.com/upcoming-events Location: Laudholm Farm and Estuarine Reserve

December 8, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Family Wreath Making Workshop at River Tree Arts

Usher in the holiday spirit and decorate a wreath in this festive workshop! Each participant will start with a 14-inch wreath, made from fresh greens. A variety of decorating accessories to choose from will include pine cones, bows, berries and other decorative favorites. You’ll leave with a beautiful wreath to cherish all season long. This is a self-guided, adult workshop. Children ages 10+ are welcome with an adult. Cost: $75 per wreath Tickets: https://rivertree.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=13300& Location: River Tree Arts | 35 Western Ave, Kennebunk

December 8, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Watercolor Christmas Card Making & Mimosas at The Creative Soul

Join us for a special morning watercolor Christmas card making class led by master watercolorist Margaret Dwyer! Enjoy sipping on mimosas (for those 21 and over) or coffee, tea, and other refreshments while creating one-of-a-kind beautiful holiday cards. Margaret will guide you through each step, making this a fun and inspiring experience for all skill levels. Create unique and colorful watercolor Christmas cards, you'll learn techniques for painting trees, wreaths, ornaments, falling snow, and more. Follow simple steps using silhouette shapes or try painting freehand—no drawing skills needed! Plenty of original samples will be available to spark your creativity, and you'll work with professional-quality watercolor paints, brushes, and paper, including metallics for added holiday sparkle. Walk away with up to five beautiful, personalized holiday cards! Plus, by request, we can scan your designs to create a digital copy for easy printing. Pricing: $45 per person Buy Tickets: https://bookeo.com/thecreativesoul?type=41573HAY9TF192ED7F5EFE Location: The Creative Soul 2 Christensen Lane, Kennebunk

December 8, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm

Holiday themed paint class at Spa Voyage

December 8, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Weekend Brunch at Via Sophia by the Sea

Experience a festive brunch at Via Sophia -- Back by popular demand just for Christmas Prelude! Enjoy elevated brunch classics with refreshing Italian cocktails to begin your Prelude morning. First Weekend:

-Saturday, December 7th, 10am-2pm
-Sunday, December 8th, 10am-2pm

Second Weekend:

-Saturday, December 14th, 10am-2pm
-Sunday, December 15th, 10am-2pm

MAKE YOUR BRUNCH RESERVATION

December 8, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Decorate for Dempsey: Trim the “Celebrate a Life” Tree

Stop by The Shops at Morning Walk's Classic Christmas Cottages and add a personalized tribute ornament to our "Celebrate a Life" tree. Ornaments will be available for donation at all of the shops, with proceeds benefiting the Dempsey Foundation. Cost: Donation Location: The Shops at Morning Walk, 2 Morning Walk Ln, Kennebunk.

December 8, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Kits of Kindness: Spread Holiday Cheer to Seniors at The Creative Soul

Join us in brightening the holiday season for seniors with our Kits of Kindness program! Each kit includes everything your little ones will need to create a heartfelt Christmas card for a senior. Kit includes: one blank card, a stamped envelope (addressed directly to a senior citizen at Atria, Kennebunk), crayons, and stickers for decorating. Pick up your kit at The Creative Soul during our open studio hours and let your child’s creativity shine as they send love and joy to a senior this holiday season. Together, we can make the holidays a little brighter for those in need of extra cheer! Check our website for the most up-to-date studio hours. FREE. While supplies last. Cards will be available for pick up during prelude only, December 5th – December 15th. To ensure the cards make it to the seniors before Christmas, they must be put in the mail no later than December 16th. Prelude Hours: Monday & Tuesday – Closed Wednesday-Sunday – First session begins at 10am. 10am-4pm on Wednesday and Sunday, 10am-6pm on Thursdays, Fridays + Saturdays. Cost: FREE (while supplies last) Location: The Creative Soul | 2 Christensen Lane, Kennebunk

December 8, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Open Studio – Holiday Pottery Painting and More! at The Creative Soul

Drop by for open studio and choose from a variety of seasonal pottery, including ornaments, and create your own hand-painted holiday masterpiece. Enjoy complimentary beverages and snacks while you paint in a cozy, creative atmosphere. Whether you’re making a unique keepsake or a special gift. If pottery isn’t your thing, don’t worry—we also offer other activities such as canvas painting, sea glass art and more! Your pottery piece gets finished with a gloss glaze. It dries quickly so you can TAKE YOUR PIECE HOME SAME DAY or come back the next day to pick it up if you prefer. Perfect for out-of-towners who cannot wait a week or two! Reservations are required but walk-ins are welcome if there is enough room. (Check website for the most up-to-date availability and hours.) Prelude Open Studio Hours: Monday & Tuesday – Closed Wednesday-Sunday – First session begins at 10am. 10am-4pm on Wednesday and Sunday, 10am-6pm on Thursdays, Fridays + Saturdays. Pricing: $10 per person studio fee (covers all your art materials, unlimited studio time & refreshments) + the price of which project you choose. Projects range from $5-$40. Buy Tickets: https://www.thecreativesoulme.com/book-now Location: The Creative Soul 2 Christensen Lane, Kennebunk

December 8, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Christmas Prelude Boat Rides

9th Annual Christmas Prelude Boat Rides on the F/V Nor’easter Join Captain Mike and First Mate Shelley for a ride up and down the Kennebunk River on the F/V Nor’easter, an authentic Maine lobster boat owned and operated by local lobsterman, Captain Mike Perkins. Rides take place from 10am-4pm Saturday and Sunday, both Prelude weekends. Board the boat at either the Nonantum Resort on Ocean Ave. or behind the Pilot House restaurant in Dock Square. The boat stops at each location every 30 minutes. Ride as often as you wish! Pass is good all day. A boatload of fun for ALL ages. No advance reservations required or accepted, simply show up at the dock. Cost: Still only $10- per person! FMI: 207-450-1831. www.noreasterfishing.com

December 8, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Holiday Photobooth at Maine Art Hill

Snap a holiday pic to memorialize Christmas Prelude 2024! Plenty of fun props and signs for you to borrow. The photo booth is donation-based with all proceeds going to The Center. $10 suggested donation. The Center is a meeting place for 50+ adults to explore their interests through engaging programs, social connections, and to make a difference through volunteer opportunities that strengthen the community. (Holiday Photobooth is open daily during Prelude.) Cost: $10 suggested donation Location: Shows on Maine Art Hill 5 Chase Hill Rd, Kennebunk https://www.maine-art.com/