Come Catch The Glow

Miracle on 34th Street – Winnipesaukee Playhouse, Meredith NH
2023-11-30 03:00 - 2023-12-03 12:00 (America/New_York) | Winnipesaukee Playhouse, 33 Footlight Circle, Meredith, NH, 03253, United States
A holiday classic!
Winni Players Community Theatre | Performances November 30 – December 3
The Winni Players annual live radio drama is back! When a department store Santa claims he’s the real Kris Kringle, his case gets taken all the way to the Supreme Court. A little girl’s belief makes the difference in the ‘miracle.’ With live Foley effects and a host of on-air personalities, the annual radio play is an annual highlight!

BOOK TICKETS

33 Footlight Cir, Meredith, NH 03253

Live Piano Music – Fratello’s Italian Grille, Laconia NH
2023-12-01 12:30 - 15:30, 2023-12-02 12:30 - 15:30, 2023-12-08 12:30 - 15:30, 2023-12-09 12:30 - 15:30 | Fratello’s Italian Grille, 799 Union Ave, Laconia, NH, 03246
Live Piano Music on Friday’s and Sunday’s
799 Union Avenue, Laconia NH

The Giving Trees of Tilton – The Tilton School, Tilton NH
2023-12-01 13:00 - 14:30 | Tilton School, 30 School Street, Tilton, NH, 03276, United States
A Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration and Reception
At the historic Charles E. Tilton Mansion, Tilton School on School Street in Tilton NH
Come celebrate with us and light up the Hill! This joyful occasion is inspired by our shared history and our support of the local community. The mansion you will see beautiful decorations celebrating the holiday season. There will be three trees supporting local nonprofits dedicated to providing warmth, nourishment and joy.
Guests are asked to bring a canned good, coats/ mittens or children’s book that will be gifted to a child in need.

Wolfeboro Festival of Trees – The Wright Museum of WW II, Wolfeboro NH
2023-12-02 05:00 - 11:00 | The Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center Street, Wolfeboro, NH, 03894, United States
The Wolfeboro Festival of Trees is an annual charity benefit featuring more than seventy uniquely decorated holiday trees designed and created by community organizations, businesses, and individuals. These are displayed on two levels at the Wright Museum. Although the museum is closed for the winter season, visitors can tour the museum exhibits during the Festival. In addition to the trees, the Festival features continuous entertainment and light refreshments. An added bonus this year is a visit from Santa and a Craft Fair.
​Here are some Festival Highlights for 2023
…Over 70 uniquely decorated holiday trees on display!​
…Preview Gala on Thursday evening November 30th
from 6:00 – 8:00​
…Craft Fair on Saturday, December 2nd from 10:00 to 4:00
…Entertainment playing on Wednesday eveningDecember 6th from 6:00 – 8:00…A visit from Santa on Saturday, December 9th
from 12:00 -3:00…Live continuous entertainment…check out the entertainment schedule!
…An added bonus included in this year’s admission!Can’t wait to see you at the Festival!

An Afternoon of Music with The Canterbury Singers
2023-12-02 08:00 - 09:00 | Laconia Public Library, 695 Main Street, Laconia, NH, 03246, United States
The Canterbury Singers partner with the Canterbury Shaker Village to present authentic Shaker music, expanded by arrangements of American folk songs, music of early America, and inspired arrangements by a variety of composers. One of the very few non-auditioned, high quality professionally directed choral experiences for mixed voices (men and women/teens and adults blended ensemble) in the Capital Area. No sign-up is required.

Concert & Cocktails – Canterbury Shaker Village, Canterbury NH
2023-12-02 11:00 - 14:00 | Canterbury Shaker Village, 288 Shaker Rd, Canterbury, NH, 03224, United States
Enjoy a concert at 4pm from Symphony New Hampshire String Quartet in the Chapel in the Dwelling House followed by reception in the Hubbard Gallery with farm to able hors d’oeuvres by Catered by Lacey Tokash Catering at 5pm.
Tickets are $75 per person and seating is limited to 75 seats!
We are grateful for support from
Northeast Delta Dental | Cambridge Trust Charitable Foundation
Coaches Collective International | Betsy + Bruce Stefany

Too Hot for Santa – Belknap Mill, Laconia NH
2023-12-02 14:30 - 16:00 | Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St E # 1, Laconia, NH, 03246, United States
TOO HOT FOR SANTA

Saturday, December 2, 2023
7:30 PM 9:00 PM

Belknap Mill Society 25 Beacon Street East Laconia, NH, 03246 United States

The original Climate Change Christmas Musical for Kids! The North Pole is melting! Hopey, an elf child who isn’t a very good toymaker but is a whiz at science, mobilizes the North Pole and the kids of the world to help save the Earth and Christmas!. With appearances,by Rudolph, Frosty, Santa and more holiday favorites, the cast will have your family thinking green this holiday season. Part of the Belkanp Mill’s Yuletide events.

For more info and Tickets click HERE to visit Powerhouse Upcoming Productions Page

Christmas Spectacular – Lakeport Opera House, Laconia NH
2023-12-03 08:30 - 09:00 | Lakeport Opera House, 781 Union Avenue, Laconia, NH, 03246, United States
Join Us for a Christmas Spectacular at Lakeport Opera House!
A portion of proceeds will benefit the Greater Lakes Region Children’s Auction.
We’re thrilled to invite you to a Holiday Showcase where festive characters, captivating performances, and holiday joy come together for an unforgettable experience.
What Awaits You:
Enchanting Characters and Spectacular Performances: Local Performers of all ages will delight our stage bringing Children’s Characters and Princesses to life in a festive and heartwarming celebration. Immerse yourself in a world of Holiday classic and Disney songs, and captivating performances, including dazzling displays by local Celtic Irish dancers.
Meet and Greet: Make memories that will last a lifetime as you meet and greet characters, capturing the magic with photos.
Festive Attire Welcome: Feel free to dress in your holiday best or as your favorite characters, adding an extra dash of joy to the celebration.
Sweet Delights: Indulge in a delightful array of treats at our complimentary dessert table, making the afternoon even sweeter.
Secure Your Table: BUY NOW
We have limited Premium tables, high top tables and mezzanine seating.
Bring your friends, family, and holiday spirit as we kick off the holiday season with a magical matinee and we look forward to celebrating the magic of Christmas with you.
**Event Details**
Sunday, December 3, 2023
Doors and Bar open at 1:30PM, Show starts at 2:00PM

Hermit Woods Winery Charcuterie Class – Hermit Woods Winery, Meredith NH
2023-12-03 12:00 - 14:00 | Hermit Woods Winery & Deli, 72 Main Street, Meredith, NH, 03253, United States
Hermit Woods Winery, 72 Main St, Meredith, NH 03253, USA
Included with your ticket purchase:

Sunday, December 3
PURCHASE TICKETS

One NH-made wooden serving board to keep -all charcuterie supplies (mostly NH-made products)

Two glasses of Hermit Woods wine and even more local NH cheese/ salami samplings during the class. Guests may share their ticket with one guest for no extra charge.

ABOUT THE EVENT
Learn to cut and arrange cheeses and salami in different ways while at the same time, learning about all the local NH charcuterie products we’re using on your boards. Enjoy even more samples of local NH products while you build your own board! Hopefully, while having a laughter-filled, competitive, alcohol-fueled, and informative evening! When we are done, you may enjoy another glass of wine and enjoy your board, or wrap it up and take it home to enjoy

Jackie Lee Jam at Tower Hill Tavern
2023-12-03 12:00 - 16:00 | Tower Hill Tavern, 264 Lakeside Ave, Laconia, New Hampshire, 0346
Jam with Jackie Lee and the boys every Sunday at 5pm!

Mexican Night At 405 Pub & Grill
2023-12-04 11:00 - 18:30, 2023-12-11 11:00 - 18:30 | 405 Pub and Grill, 405 Union Ave, Laconia, NH, 03246, United States
Monday – Mexican Night at 405 Pub & Grill
405 Pub and Grill was designed with mingling in mind. The food is our own take on classic tavern fare, with generous portions and plenty of fresh, seasonal ingredients. We offer weekly live music and nightly specials, 405 is the kind of spot you could bring your family, a date, or your best buds. We play every major sporting event and have plenty of TV’s so there is never a bad seat.

Monday Night WING Night
2023-12-04 12:00 - 18:30 | Tower Hill Tavern, 264 Lakeside Ave, Laconia, New Hampshire, 0346
Wing Night
Jumbo Wings
Pick your favorite sauce.
w/celery

Tuesdays are for Pizza and Pasta!
2023-12-05 11:00 - 18:30, 2023-12-12 11:00 - 18:30 | 405 Pub and Grill, 405 Union Ave, Laconia, NH, 03246, United States
It’s not quite Wednesday but you made it through Monday. Sounds like you need Buy One Get One Half Price pizza and pasta from the 405 Starting at 4pm!

405 Pub and Grill was designed with mingling in mind. The food is our own take on classic tavern fare, with generous portions and plenty of fresh, seasonal ingredients. We offer weekly live music and nightly specials, 405 is the kind of spot you could bring your family, a date, or your best buds. We play every major sporting event and have plenty of TV’s so there is never a bad seat.

Wing Night at 405 Pub & Grill
2023-12-06 11:00 - 18:30, 2023-12-13 11:00 - 18:30 | 405 Pub and Grill, 405 Union Ave, Laconia, NH, 03246, United States
Chicken wings are perhaps the greatest pub food of them all, the perfect companion to drinking and watching sports. Since we were voted The Best of the Lakes Region Sports Bar and Best Wings we think we might be on to something here.
With over 7 flavors to choose from and just .75 cents a wing, the 405 is where you want to be on Wingsday (oops we mean Wednesday)!

405 Pub and Grill was designed with mingling in mind. The food is our own take on classic tavern fare, with generous portions and plenty of fresh, seasonal ingredients. We offer weekly live music and nightly specials, 405 is the kind of spot you could bring your family, a date, or your best buds. We play every major sporting event and have plenty of TV’s so there is never a bad seat.

Team Play Trivia at Tower Hill Tavern
2023-12-06 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Tower Hill Tavern, 264 Lakeside Ave, Laconia, New Hampshire, 0346
Team Play Trivia every Wednesday Night!
Game Time Trivia hosts a great version of general Knowledge trivia including Music and entertainment questions.
Prizes for top 3 teams.

Holly Jolly Craft Fair at DoubleTree Nashua
2023-12-09 04:00 - 10:00
Come join us December 9th, 9 AM – 3 PM, at the DoubleTree Nashua Hotel! FREE admission! Do your holiday shopping at this fabulous arts & crafts fair with over 75 amazing artisans and buy American-made holiday gifts!
Some of the exhibits will include beautiful holiday decor of wreaths & centerpieces reindeer & gnomes, amazing country folk art, handsome leather belt door straps & leather belts, soy candles, sublimated items, handsome handcrafted wooden American flags, quilted table decor, personal body care products, glass mosaics, artwork, custom embroidered clothing, various styles of jewelry, gourmet foods, hats/mittens/scarves and lots more! Directions: Everett Turnpike Exit 8 & follow signs! Info Joyce (603) 387-1510

Snowvillage Inn Craft Fair and Luncheon
2023-12-10 06:00 - 10:00 | Max’s Restaurant & Pub At Snowvillage Inn, 136 Stewart Road, Eaton Center, New Hampshire, 03832
The Snowvillage Inn Craft Fair and Luncheon will be on Sunday, December 10th from 11-3 pm. Bring your friends and join us for a wonderful winter day out! Enjoy our beautifully decorated Inn, browse our talented local artisans for affordable holiday gifts. Plan to stay for lunch and enjoy a refreshing beverage and a bite to eat. Lunch is available 12-2pm.

The Rock and Roll Playhouse – Music of Dave Matthews Band for Kids
2023-12-10 06:30 - 07:00 | Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main Street, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
The Rock and Roll Playhouse – Music of Dave Matthews Band for Kids
Tickets $18.75 and will cost $5 more if purchased at the door.
The Rock and Roll Playhouse, a family concert series hosted at historic music venues across the country, allows kids to “move, play and sing while listening to works from the classic-rock canon” (NY Times). Performing songs created by the most iconic musicians in rock history, The Rock and Roll Playhouse band offers its core audience of families with children age ten and under games, movement, stories and an opportunity to rock out in an effort to educate children and explore their creativity. The Rock and Roll Playhouse is an early and often first introduction to a child’s lifelong journey with live music and rock and roll. See you at the show!

Founded in 2014 by independent concert promoter Peter Shapiro and educator Amy Striem, The Rock and Roll Playhouse is the largest national kid-friendly live concert series having performed to hundreds of thousands of kids and their families. It has hosted over 1,000 shows in more than 35 leading live music venues across the United States, filling the void for shared musical experiences between parents and children across the country.

Capitol Jazz Orchestra – Holiday Pops – Capital Center for the Arts/Chubb Theatre, Concord NH
2023-12-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main Street, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
Doors Open: 3:00 PM
Start Time: 4:00 PM
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The Capital Jazz Orchestra ‘Holiday Pops!’ show is an exciting annual tradition that highlights memorable musical chestnuts as well as featuring vocalists CJ and Laura Poole singing Yuletide classics. Narrator Laura Knoy will recite her unique reading of ‘The Night Before Christmas’ and there is always a festive sing-a-long to put everyone in the Holiday spirit!

EVENTS CALENDAR YULE LIGHT UP THE NIGHT RUN/WALK – NH Motor Speedway, Loudon NH
2023-12-10 11:30 - 16:00 | New Hampshire Motor Speedway, 1122 NH-106,, Loudon, NH, 03307, United States
Event Details

RACE DATE & TIME
Sunday, December 10, 2023 at 4:30pm

EARLY BIB PICK-UP
Available at the Millennium Running Retail Store (138 Bedford Center Road, Bedford, NH) during the following days/times:

Saturday, December 9, 10:30am-6pm

RACE DAY REGISTRATION & BIB PICK-UP
Available from 3pm-4:15pm at Race Day HQ located at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, in Loudon, NH.

DIRECTIONS
New Hampshire Motor Speedway, 1122 Route 106 North, Loudon, NH.
RACE DAY PARKING
Free parking in Lots S2 and S3, cars will enter lots via the South Entrance and follow the parking marshals. Cars must be parked by 3:45pm as lots will begin to close at that time. CLICK HERE for new and improved parking map.

POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS
Dasani water and Powerade provided by Coca Cola Northern New England, yogurt provided by Stonyfield Organic and fresh bananas.

RESULTS sponsored by Fidium Fiber
Live online results are sponsored by Fidium Fiber and will be published exclusively on MillenniumRunning.com.
RACE PHOTOS sponsored by Lindner Dental
Millennium Running is happy to provide FREE digital race photos from this event thanks to our friends at Lindner Dental. Photos will be posted online 2-3 business days following the event.
FINISHER VIDEO
Finishers of the event will receive a link to their finisher video. The link will be emailed online 1-2 business days following the event.

OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS
Awards will be given to the Top 3 Overall Men & Women, as well as the top 3 male and female in each 5-yr age group. (12 and under, 13-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34 … 80+). Stop by the Awards Tent following the race to claim your award. Awards will not be mailed after the event.

TRANSFER TO VIRTUAL OR TO A NEW PARTICIPANT
Should you wish to transfer to the virtual option, begin HERE by editing your entry. After triggering your edit entry link via email, please select “Change Category” button at the top of your entry. From there, you will complete and check out with a new registration and your existing entry will be removed. Be sure to complete and finish the check out of your new registration to finalize your transfer.
If you’d like to transfer your registration to a new participant, begin HERE by editing your entry. After triggering your edit entry link via email, please select “”Transfer Registration” button at the top of your entry. You may then enter the email address of the person who will be transferring into the event in your place. They’ll receive a link to register with your previous entry fee carrying over. Please note, there is a $10 transfer fee to complete this process. Please read our Refund & Transfer Policy for full information.
GENERAL FAQs
Read a full list of General FAQ’s here.

Virtual Details

VIRTUAL RACE DATE & TIMES
Race with us from wherever you are on whatever day & time that works for you between now & December 11.

BIBS & RUN NH HEADLAMPS
Virtual participants that qualify for event give-a-ways, can choose to have them either mailed to them (which is part of the online registration process or part the transfer to virtual process) or pick them up at our Millennium Store during the scheduled Early Bib Pick Up times. If you are unable to make early bib pickup, please elect to have your item(s) shipped as they cannot be guaranteed past event day.
* Shipments are mailed out approximately 3-4 days prior to the event day. Any subsequent virtual transfers or virtual registrants that process shipping will be mailed out the first business day following the event.

HOW DO I SUBMIT MY RESULTS?
It’s easy! On race week, we will be sending you a unique link via email to your RunReg entry that will allow you to submit your race results. Results must be submitted by 11:59pm on Monday, December 11.

RESULTS
Official Results will be published exclusively on millenniumrunning.com on Tuesday, December 12. You have until 11:59pm on Monday, December 11 to submit your time using the unique link provided in your confirmation email.

What about the Elliot Millennium Series and Delta Dental Points Chase?
Virtual registrants will earn miles towards the Elliot Millennium Series Jacket! However, no points will be assigned for the Delta Dental Points Chase.

Cotton Mountain Hike, Cotton Mountain Trailhead, Holderness NH
2023-12-12 04:00 - 07:00 | Squam Lakes Association, NH
Start Time
Tuesday, December 12, 2023 @ 9:00am
End Time
Tuesday, December 12, 2023 @ 12:00pm

Celebrate and Explore Squam Series
During November and December join an SLA staff member to explore the Squam Watershed and learn more about our mission. This is your opportunity to get out into the field, celebrate SLA work done in 2023, look toward what’s next and learn how you might join the effort to protect the place we all cherish and love.
Cotton Mountain Hike
Location: Meet at Cotton Mountain trailhead parking lot. Click here for a google map.
This trail is on the private property of Burleigh, LLP who generously allows public access along the trails maintained by the SLA.
Registration: Registration required and closes at 9:00 am, December 11th. Space is limited to 10. Click here to register.
This Week’s Program:
Join SLA’s Communication & Outreach Coordinator Rachel Coughlin for a morning hike up Cotton Mountain! Learn about SLA’s volunteer programs and opportunities, and about the recent invasive species maintenance done at the Cotton Mountain Trailhead. This is a great opportunity to check off Cotton Mountain from your Squam Rangers Checklist as well! Not a Squam Ranger? Chat with Rachel about it on your way up (don’t worry, you can count this hike retroactively!)
This is a 1.3 mile out and back trail and can be a bit steep at times.
What to Bring: Weather appropriate clothing, hiking boots, snacks & water. Microspikes and trekking poles if you have them. Microspikes are available on a first come-first serve basis.
Audience: Everyone is welcome, children must be accompanied by an adult. Considered a moderately challenging route.
This Week’s SLA Staff Guide:
Rachel Coughlin has been with the SLA as a full-time employee since February of 2022, but was previously a Lakes Region Conservation Corps member with us in 2020. She got her degree in Wildlife & Conservation Biology from The University of New Hampshire in 2019. In her free time, you can find her curled up with her cat and reading a good book.

Locals Holiday Party – Snowvillage Inn, Max’s Restaurant & Pub, Eaton NH
2023-12-13 12:00 - 15:00 | Max’s Restaurant & Pub At Snowvillage Inn, 136 Stewart Road, Eaton Center, New Hampshire, 03832
Join us for our annual Locals Holiday Party including a 4 course dinner and fundraiser for the Freedom Food Pantry! Wednesday December 13th and Thursday December 14th. Reservations available from 5:00-7:30pm. 603-447-2818

Wreath Making at Patrick’s Pub, Gilford NH
2023-12-13 12:30 - 13:30 | Patrick’s Pub & Eatery, 18 Weirs Road, Gilford, NH, 03249, United States
Jingle all the way over to PATRICK’S PUB to kick off the Holiday Season right!! Indulge yourself with the best food and cocktails around and the smells of fresh cut spruce and pine while making a gorgeous Holiday Wreath or a Door Swag that will last you past Christmas!! We will have 18in grapevine wreath bases, fresh cut foraged greens, bows to choose from, pinecones, bells, balls and other embellishments! Invite your whole crew; we can seat you together!
Cost is $65 each wreath. Please call Pub to make reservations at 603-293-084.
