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Somerville Season’s Eatings
Somerville Season's Eatings Join Beyond the Plate for an evening of delicious holiday themed bites and drinks in downtown Somerville this holiday season! Whether you're looking for a unique holiday work outing, or want to celebrate the holidays with friends old and new, indulge in a curated selection of Somerville's most festive spots. Grab your people and come get very merry! Highlights: 4 stops; Food + drink tastings at each location; Take-home holiday treats; Santa hats and other festive-wear provided! **BONUS:** All guests on our Somerville holiday food and drink tour will receive a FREE gift bag full of goodies from local businesses (valued at over $50!), sponsored in part by Somerset County Business Partnership. Follow us on social media to get a sneak peak! Rates Adult (Ages 21+) $120 Duration 2 Hours Capacity 10 guests Given the popularity of the restaurants we work with and limited space (especially during holiday season!), we're keeping this party nice and intimate! Schedule Weekly on Thursdays at 6:00PM beginning November 30th. Looking for an alternative date and time for a private or corporate event? Fill out an inquiry form on our website: https://beyondtheplatefoodtours.com/corporate-events/ Tasting Locations Project Pub • Tapastre • Cafe Picasso •
Pop Up Holiday Art Sale
Pop Up Holiday Art Sale Give the gift of art this holiday season! Come to The Center’s Pop Up Holiday Art Sale featuring a variety of 2D and 3D works of art by more than 25 artists including, Christine Romana Anderson, Claudia Antal, Jennifer Evans Arbo, Evelyn Armstrong, Casey Collins, Peggy Davo, Steven Epstein, Carolyn Evans, Yuri Gershtein, Heather Hudson, Vicki Jeffers, Hilary Klimek, Rita Koch, Linda Laustsen, Jess Pitera, DeAnn Prosia, Larry Quirk, Louise Cullen Robinson, Joan Ruchelman, Susan Rupert, Michelle Serina, Blanche Somer, Katherine Weiss, Elaine Wladyga, and Betty Zheng.
Santa @ The Commons
Santa @ the Commons Presented by Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset 11/11 – 12/24, Center Court He’s back! Santa will begin welcoming children of all ages for visits and photos filled with holiday magic. Located in Center Court on the shopping center’s Lower Level, visits to Santa Celebration will begin Saturday, Nov. 11 through Sunday, Dec. 24. Set amongst 25 garland-topped light curtains (each adorned with thousands of white, glistening lights) and candy-cane inspired twists cascading from high above, Santa Celebration will feature an authentic Kris Kringle perched in his grand velvet chair on an elevated platform behind his adoring guests. A bright and cheery, red photo frame sits in front of the famed wish-fulfiller proclaiming, “Holiday Joy.” SANTA PHOTO HOURS November 11 Saturday 1pm – 8pm November 12 - November 22 Monday - Friday 12pm - 7pm Saturday 11am - 8pm Sunday 12pm - 6pm THANKSGIVING DAY CLOSED November 24 - December 14 Monday - Thursday 11am - 7pm Friday - Saturday 10am - 8pm Sunday 12pm - 6pm Saturday, December 2, 12:30pm – 8pm Tuesday, December 5, 11am – 4pm Thursday, December 7, 11am – 3pm December 15 - 23 Daily 10am - 8pm Sunday, December 24, 10am
Annual Christmas Market
Annual Christmas Market Back to Nature's Annual Christmas Market, where the magic of the holiday season is brought to life! With Unique gifts, Santa's warm welcome, sweet treats, and a pet friendly atmosphere! The perfect destination to create cherished memories!
Holiday Lights Hayride
Holiday Lights Hayride Looking for family Christmas activities and holiday fun? Bring your family and friends for a festive holiday lights tractor-drawn hayride! It's that feeling you get when Christmas time comes, and you smell the cookies baking in the oven and the sound of holiday music coming from your Bluetooth speakers. So why not upgrade your yuletide joy with a holiday lights hayride at Norz Hill Farm! Christmas time at Norz Hill Farm is always a special experience. There's something about the chilly air and Christmas lights that makes the whole place feel magical. One of our favorite Christmas activities here on the farm is the holiday lights hayride. Bundling up in a warm blanket and snuggling close to your loved ones as you ride through the farm, taking in the sights and sounds of Christmas. The best part is when you get back to the farmhouse and can sit by the fire with a mug of hot chocolate, feeling all cozy and Christmas-y. Norz Hill Farm offers Hayride experiences complete with holiday lights, outdoor interactive displays, a spin by the animals, and perhaps a stop by Santa's cornfield office! If you looking for family Christmas activities, Norz Hill Farm's provides the best family
Holiday Jubilee
Holiday Jubilee It’s a magical time of the year in Downtown Somerville! There’s festive music in the air, a warm glow from shop windows, and the delicious aroma of the area’s best cuisine. Best of all, Santa is on his way to the Downtown Somerville Holiday Jubilee! This year’s festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. at the courthouse lawn where community members and visitors will be able to enjoy music by Base Entertainment and free ice skating on our artificial ice rink. Then we invite our visitors to the main stage on division street at 7pm to enjoy live entertainment featuring music, carolers, dancing and a visit from Santa himself at 7:30pm. Following Santa's arrival and the holiday tree lighting, enjoy more holiday fun, including free carriage rides, photos with Santa, hot cocoa and cookies, holiday crafts and more.