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Lights & Song 2006
Saturday, December 2, 2006, 12 Noon to 6 PM A Celebration of Lights & Song by the Sea will take place in the Downtown Historic Waterfront District of New London, Connecticut:
Blizzard Date: December 9, 2006
Schedule of Events
Meet the Sugarplum Fairy Noon-1:30 PM
Union Railroad Station
Pose for pictures with Eastern CT Ballet's Sugarplum Fairy. Upcoming Performance December 16th at the Garde Arts Centre.
Gingerbread Station Noon-3 PM
Union Railroad Station
Children will have a chance to decorate their own gingerbread cookies and visit with the real Gingerbread Man.
Reading of The Gingerbread Man 12:15 PM
Union Railroad Station
Superintendent of New London Schools Christopher Clouet will entertain children with the story of The Gingerbread Man and a guitar performance.
Saturday Holiday Market 12-5 PM
The Atrium, #165 State Street
Enjoy the warmth of the Atrium as you get some holiday shopping done early.
The Nutcracker in Ice 12-4 PM
Hygienic Art Park, Bank Street
Ice Carving Exhibition Featuring Carvers Chef Paul Zdanis plus US Coast Guard Academy Master Chief Chuck D.Amico and First Class Petty Officers James Swenson, Stacey Russell, John Lopez, and Eric Williamson.
Costumed Tours at Nathan Hale School House 12 PM
Meet Nathan Hale Before Santa and his Entourage Arrive at the Parade.
Merchant Open Houses
Drop in to our many specialty shops for a cup of cheer and holiday experience.
Custom House Holiday Gathering 12-5 PM
150 Bank Street
Children of all ages can make maritime ornaments and sample plum duff, clam chowder, and hot cider.
Santa & his Reindeer Arrive by Tugboat 1:15 PM
Bundle up, Santa will arrive at City Pier!
The New London High School Marching Band directed by Scott Morgan will lead Santa and Characters from ECB's The Nutcracker to Nathan Hale School House where Santa will hear special holiday wishes.
The Holly and the Ivy: New London Through Time and Place 1:30 PM-7:30 PM
A Living History Play, Written by Charles Traeger and Presented by Flock Theatre. Travel back through time and place to four different historical sites. Tickets available at ticket booth on Parade Plaza.
Stonington High Chamber Choir 2-4 PM
Bank and State Streets
Let carolers serenade you as they stroll throughout the Waterfront District.
Kool 101 2:30-4:30 PM
Stage at Parade Plaza
Groove to your favorite holiday oldies with Jim Reed as you enjoy the festival.
Dance on Display 2:30 PM
Thames River Greenery, 70 State Street
Watch dancers perform in storefront windows. Dancers provided by All the Right Moves Dance Center.
Performances at The Parade
New London High School Marching Band 1:15 PM
Harbor School Chorus 1:30 PM
Students of St. Joseph's School 1:45 PM
All the Right Moves Dance Center Holiday Dance Show 2 PM
Brass Band 4:30 PM
Community Carol Sing with All Soul's Interfaith Chorus 4:45 PM
Tree Lighting 5 PM
Ballet on Display 5 PM
Thames River Greenery, 70 State Street
Watch ballerina perform scenes from The Nutcracker in storefront window. Ballerina provided by Eastern Connecticut Ballet.
Tree Auction 5:30 PM
Corner of State and Meridian streets
Ticketed event.
Fresh Evergreen Trees, Hot Popcorn, Steaming Homemade Cocoa & More 12-5 PM
The Parade
Refreshments by Harbour School Cub Scout Den 6 and East Coast Catering.
Visit the New London Main Street Hospitality Area at the Parade from 12-5 PM!
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