December 7

Holiday Pops at Hanover Theatre 

Join the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra and Conductor Keith Lockhart for their sparkling and beloved Holiday Pops concert. 

They are joined by the Metropolitan Chorale, known as one of Metro Boston’s premier choral ensembles.

Santa Claus himself will make a guest appearance during the concert’s finale, followed by the traditional Boston Pops Holiday sing-along to bring this special performance to a close.

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December 7

Gingerbread Houses at Goddard Branch

Build your own gingerbread house -- and then decorate your masterpiece with candy! Space limited (while supplies last).

For children and teens of all ages, and their families.

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December 7

Communicating Bergman Film Series: "Hour of the Wolf" at Park View Room

The third of 4 great Bergman films in our monthly series "Communicating Bergman", with introduction and discussion with Jared Wagner. 

The event begins at 6:30 p.m. 

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December 8

Holiday Nature Crafts Open House 2018 at Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center & Wildlife Sanctuary

Come to the visitor center to view their tree decorated with imaginative ornaments handcrafted from natural materials, and then join in the Program Room to make your own. Volunteers will guide you through the process of creating several ornaments, or create your own design.

All craft materials, holiday yummies, and music will be provided. Drop in anytime between 1:00 and 4:00 pm for some fun. 

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December 8

Unison of Opposites at Worcester Pop-Up

The Clark University Photography Society and the Worcester Polytechnic Institute Photography Club are teaming up to present "Unison of Opposites": the first joint photo gallery of its kind. 

The show aims to explore the unity and contrast between two different student communities, highlighting the similarities, differences, and overlapping characteristics of two schools that could not be more different. 

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December 8

Auntie Trainwreck at Greendale's Pub 

Auntie Trainwreck will be performing at Greendale's Pub on Saturday night. 

Don't miss out as they play their biggest hits that will have you dancing the night away. 

The show begins at 8:30 p.m. 

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December 9

Dance Prism's The Nutcracker 

This holiday season, you and your loved ones deserve something special – a wondrous experience that evokes joy & elevates your spirit to new heights. 

Whether continuing a valued tradition or discovering the magic of this beloved holiday classic for the first time, Dance Prism’s Nutcracker is sure to leave you with a sense of warmth and treasured memories that will last a lifetime.

Shows take place at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. 

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December 9

Karaoke at Partner's Pub 

Partner's Pub will have karaoke all season long. Don't miss out on the chance to belt out some of your favorite tunes. 

Karaoke goes from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. 

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December 9

Jazz Faculty Concert at Joseph and Jordan Shapiro Concert Hall

All That Jazz!

Rich Ardizzone, trombone

Scott Daugherty, trumpet

Kenji Kikuchi, tenor saxophone

Mark Weissman, tenor saxophone

Sean Farias, double bass

Joe D'Angelo, guitar

Mike Connors, drums

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December 9

Night Lights Display at Tower Hill Botanic Garden

Night Lights is a walking experience throughout 15 acres of glowing gardens, where more than 200,000 lights have been thematically placed among the trees, shrubs, fountains, and statuary to create a magical winter wonderland celebrating plants and nature.

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