Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Holiday Season 2013!!



Thanksgiving

Places to eat on Thanksgiving

1. Capriccio Grill

The Capriccio Grill, located in the Peabody Hotel downtown, will be offering a special dinner on Thanksgiving Day from 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. The dinner will include traditional fare such as turkey (or ham), dressing, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. The cost for the meal is $50 per adult and $20 per child (ages 5-12)--tax and gratuity are extra. Reservations can be made by calling 901-529-4199.

1. Chez Philippe
Enjoy an elegant Thanksgiving dinner at Chez Philippe in the Peabody Hotel from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Menu will include roasted turkey breast, leek and herb stuffed turkey roulade, sweet potato soup, salad with port poached cranberries, and more. Cost is $70 per person plus tax and gratuity. Call (901) 529-4188 for reservations.



3. Cracker Barrel
If you are looking for a home-cooked Thanksgiving dinner -- minus the home-cooking -- then Cracker Barrel may be your best bet. This national chain serves up surprisingly authentic southern fare and pulls out all the stops for Thanksgiving. Because the food is so good, though, expect a wait to be seated.




4. Frank Grisanti


 



5. eighty3
eighty3 (formerly Grill 83), the elegant and chic restaurant adjacent to the Madison Hotel, will be serving up a variety of entrees from turkey breast and honey glazed ham to maple glazed sea bass and roasted butternut squash soup on November 22nd at selected times from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 901-333-1224.




6. Huey's
Huey's may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of Thanksgiving dinner, but three of their locations will be open on Thanksgiving evening. You won't be able to get any turkey and dressing there, but as always, you can order some of the city's best burgers. Midtown Huey's at 1927 Madison will be open 6pm-12 midnight, Cordova Huey's at 1777 Germantown Parkway will be open 5pm-2:00am, and Poplar Huey's at 4872 Poplar will open 6pm-1:00 a.m.



7. Paulette's
Head down to the River Inn of Harbor Town for an elegant Thanksgiving Dinner at Paulette's Restaurant. Menu items include Angus prime rib, pumpkin bisque, pumpkin crepes, and much more. Cost is $54.95 plus tax and gratuity. Reservations can be made by calling (901) 260-3300.


8. The Peabody Hotel
The Peabody Hotel will be offering a special Thanksgiving Day brunch from 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. The brunch will include hundreds of items, including traditional Thanksgiving fare. Cost is $59 per adult and $22 per child (ages 5-12)--this does not include tax or gratuity.Call 901-529-3668 for reservations.


9. Perkins

Perkins Restaurants are probably best known for their delicious pies, cakes, cookies, and muffins. But each November, Perkins adds Thanksgiving fare to their menu, including the familiar turkey dinner. Just be sure to save room for dessert -- you don't want to miss Perkins' pumpkin pie! There are four Perkins stores in the Memphis area to choose from.

10. Piccadilly

Piccadilly serves up a traditional Thanksgiving meal with favorites such as ham, turkey, sweet potatoes, and cornbread dressing. Or you can even take home a whole family dinner to-go for around $65.00. There are five Memphis area locations making it a convenient Thanksgiving destination.

11. Shoney's

Shoney's is always a popular destination for a hearty meal. On Thanksgiving, visit one of Shoney's three Memphis area locations for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner complete with turkey, dressing, and pumpkin pie. And of course, your meal comes with Shoney's famous soup and salad bar.

12. Thanksgiving Dinners To Go

If you want to enjoy thanksgiving dinner at home but don't feel like cooking, there are several options to chose from.
  • The Kroger deli is offering a complete holiday meal for both Thanksgiving and Christmas. You can choose from a turkey or ham feast that comes with traditional sides, rolls, and a pie for dessert.
  • Holiday Deli and Ham serves up familiar holiday favorites including turkey or ham, plus all the fixin's like cranberry sauce, cornbread dressing, and sweet potato casserole!
Almost everybody loves the distinctive taste of a Honey Baked Ham. But did you know that the Honey Baked Ham Store offers turkey, too? In fact, you can choose from a large variety of complete family-sized Thanksgiving meals to take home.






Christmas


North Ms


Location: Cedar Hill Farm, 008 Love Rd
Dates & Times:    Friday, Nov 29, 2013 - Saturday, Nov 30, 2013, 1:00pm - 5:00pm (One for a later Day & Time)
 

Between 1:00pm-5:00pm, Nov 29-30 and Dec 7, 14, 21 you can visit with Santa and have your picture taken while enjoying light refreshments that include Farm Fresh Donuts, Cookies, Chocolate and White Milk, Hot Chocolate, Coffee, Tea and Water.

Cost is $5.95 (plus tax) per child. You may bring your camera to take pictures.  Reservations are not required, but recommended for large groups. For an extra cost, Santa will sign a Christmas book, for an extra cost.


Location: Cedar Hill Farm, 008 Love Road
Date & Times: Saturday, Nov 30, 2013, 9:00am -10:00am & 11:00am - 12:00pm (One for a Later Day & Time)

Come out on one of the Saturdays between November 30 and December 21 and enjoy an all you can eat Southern Country Breakfast buffet with Santa. In addition, there will be private time with Santa in the barn where you can take your own pictures and receive a signed Christmas book from Santa for each paid child ages 2 -10. Additional books also available for purchase. Reservations required.  Breakfast is $10.95 (plus tax), for ages 2-10, ages 1 & under free and adult ages 11 & up $15.95 (plus tax).

 
For more information, call 662-429-2540 or visit www.gocedarhillfarm.com.
 
 
The same breakfast menu is served at both the 9:00am and 11:00am breakfast seating. Spaces limited, reservations and a credit card required to reserve spots! Reservations begin in October. For more information, call 662-429-2540 or visit www.gocedarhillfarm.com.
 
 
 
Location: Cedar Hill Farm, 008 Love Rd
Date & Times: Saturday, Nov 30, 2013, 6:00pm (One for a Later Date & Time)
Enjoy an all you can eat country buffet catfish dinner with Santa 6pm Nov 29 & 30 and Dec 7 & 14 and private time with Santa in the barn.  Each paid child ages 2-10 receive a signed Christmas book from Santa. Additional books also available for purchase. Dinner is $10.95 (plus tax), for ages 2-10, ages 1 & under free and adult ages 11 & up $15.95 (plus tax). 
The menu includes MS Fried Catfish Filets, Hush-puppies, Chicken Tenders, Chips, “Barnyard Beans”, Coleslaw, Peach Cobbler & Vanilla Ice Cream, Lemonade, Tea, Water, Coffee or Soda. Spaces are limited.
Reservations required, which will begin in October. For more information, call 662-429-2540 or visit www.gocedarhillfarm.com.
 
 
 
  
  • 15th Annual Southern Lights
    Location: Central Park, Tchulahoma Rd, Southaven
    Date & Times:
    Sunday, Dec 1, 2013,
    Sun-Thu 6:00pm-10:00pm
    Fri-Sat 6:00pm-11:00pm;                                                      
    Closed Christmas Day
Thanksgiving evening through December 31, except Christmas Day, drive through Central Park's 116-acres, with 500,000 twinkling lights. Cars will see signs directing them to tune to several FM radio stations playing Christmas music as they ride through the park. A main exhibit is the Christmas Tree Farm synchronized to music by Trans-Siberian Orchestra.  Proceeds benefits local charities.
For more information , call 662-890-7275 or visit Southaven Parks Department at www.southaven.org.The cost of admission is $10.00 for cars; $15.00 for vans and hayrides; $25.00 for buses and $5.00 for motorcycles. 
 
Location: Olive Branch Old Towne, 9092 Goodman Rd
Date & Times: Monday, Dec 2, 2013 - Thursday, Dec 5, 2013, 4:30pm - 8:00pm
Have a professional photo taken with Santa Claus while he visits Old Towne. He will be inside City Hall December 2, 3, and 4 and in the gazebo, in front of City hall, December 5 For more information, visit www.olivebrancholdtowne.org
 or call 662-893-0888.


  • 54th Annual Hernando Christmas Parade
    Location: Courthouse Square
    Date & Times:  Monday, Dec 2, 2013, 6:30pm
    On the first Monday of December, the parade features more than 100 entries with floats, cars, marching bands, horses, fire trucks and of course, Santa. The theme this year is "Songs and Sounds of Christmas."
    The parade will begin at the corner of Mt. Pleasant Extended and Commerce Street, traveling down Commerce Street, around the courthouse square and ending at Hernando Baptist Church on East Center Street. The parade begins at 6:30pm, with line-up beginning at 5:30pm.
    For more information, call 662-429-9055 or visit www.hernandoms.org.
  • DeSoto County Welcome Center Holiday Open House
    Location: DeSoto County Welcome Center,3685 I-55 South, Hernando
    Date & Time: Tuesday, Dec 3, 2013, 11:00am - 1:00pm       
    The DeSoto County Welcome Center cordially invites the public to join them for their Holiday Open House. There will belive entertainment and refreshments.

     For more information, contact bwilson@mississippi.org or call 662-429-9969.

 

  • Olive Branch Tree Lighting and Town Decorating
    Location: Olive Branch Old Towne, Pigeon Roost Rd
    Date & Time: Thursday, Dec 5, 2013, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
    There will be pictures with Santa beginning at 4:30pm, in the gazebo in front of City Hall. Join us for an Old Towne Christmas on the Roost from 6:00pm-9:00pm. With tree lighting, carolers, horse drawn carriage rides and hot chocolate. Be sure and tour the Wesson House decorated in holiday splendor.
    For more information, call 662-893-0888 or visit www.olivebranchold.org.
  • Southaven's 15th Annual Breakfast with Santa
Location: The Arena at Southaven, 7360 Hwy 51 N.
Date & Time: Saturday, Dec 14th, 2013, 8:00am - 10:00am

Anyone who has made a reservation, it will remain. Anyone who has not made a reservation, please do so by calling 662-393-6939
Southaven’s Mayor Musselwhite invites children of all ages to a free "Breakfast with Santa.” Call 662-393-6939 for required reservation. For more information, visit www.southaven.org.
 
  • Southaven Christmas Parade
    Location: Main Street, Hwy 51 & Stateline Road
    Date & Time: Saturday, Dec 12, 2013, 7:00pm

    Celebrate Christmas with bands, floats, and good Ol' St. Nick on the first Saturday in December. The theme this year is "What I want for Christmas."

    You may call the Parks Department at 662-890-7275 for further details.



  • Olive Branch Christmas Parade
    Location: Blocker Street and Pigeon Roost Road
    Date & Times: Saturday, Dec 14, 2013, 2:00pm                                    
    On the first Saturday in December, this annual community event includes bands, floats, horses, motorcycles, performers and of course Santa Claus.The theme this year is "Red, White and Blue."  The parade begins at 2pm.
    New this year is the "Parade Day Bazaar" with food and craft vendors, located in the heart of Old Towne, from 10am-4pm. For more information, visit www.olivebranchms.com or call 662-895-2600.                               New Parade Route
  • Hernando Christmas Tree Lighting  
    Location: Courthouse Square, 2535 Hwy 51 S.
    Date & Time: Saturday, Dec 7, 2013, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    On the first Saturday in December, bring the family for Christmas carols and a story read by the mayor as we light the city's Christmas tree. For more information, 662-429-9055 or visit www.hernandoms.org
  • Town of Walls Christmas Parade
    Location: Hwy 161
    Date & Time: Saturday, Dec 7, 2013, 2:00pm
    Celebrate Christmas in Walls. See a Marching Band, floats, candy, and of course Santa! For more information call 662-781-1282 or visit www.townofwalls.com

     
  • Breakfast & Brunch with Santa
    Location: Cedar Hill Farm, 008 Love Road, Hernando
    Date & Times: Saturday, Dec 7, 2013, 9:00am -10:00am & 11:00am - 12:00pm (One for a earlier Date & Time)
    Come out on one of the Saturdays between November 30 and December 21 and enjoy an all you can eat Southern Country Breakfast buffet with Santa. In addition, there will be private time with Santa in the barn where you can take your own pictures and receive a signed Christmas book from Santa for each paid child ages 2 -10. Additional books also available for purchase. Reservations required.  Breakfast is $10.95 (plus tax), for ages 2-10, ages 1 & under free and adult ages 11 & up $15.95 (plus tax).
    For more information, call 662-429-2540 or visit www.gocedarhillfarm.com.
    The same breakfast menu is served at both the 9:00am and 11:00am breakfast seating. Spaces limited, reservations and a credit card required to reserve spots! Reservations begin in October. For more information, call 662-429-2540 or visit www.gocedarhillfarm.com.


     
  • Cookies & Milk with Santa
    Location: Cedar Hill Farm, 008 Love Rd, Hernando
    Date & Time: Saturday, Dec 7, 2013, 1:00pm - 5:00pm   (One for a earlier Date & Time)
    Between 1:00pm-5:00pm, Dec 7, 14 & 21, you can visit with Santa and have your picture taken, while enjoying light refreshments that include Farm Fresh Donuts, Cookies, Chocolate and White Milk, Hot Chocolate, Coffee, Tea and Water.
    Cost is $5.95 (plus tax) per child. You may bring your camera to take pictures.  Reservations are not required, but recommended for large groups. For an extra cost, Santa will sign a Christmas book, for an extra cost.
    For more information, call 662-429-2540 or visit www.gocedarhillfarm.com
Location: Cedar Hill Farm, 008 Love Rd, Hernando
Date & Time: Saturday, Dec 7, 2013, 6:00pm  (One for a earlier Date & Time)
Come enjoy Catfish dinner with Santa Dec 7 & 14 at 6pm. The menu includes MS Fried Catfish Filets, Hush-puppies, Chicken Tenders, Chips, “Barnyard Beans”, Coleslaw, Peach Cobbler & Vanilla Ice Cream, Lemonade, Tea, Water, Coffee or Soda. Spaces are limited. Reservations required, which will begin in October.

Price $10.95 (plus tax) per child ages 2 – 10 ages (1 & under free) and $15.95 (plus tax) per adult ages 11 & up. Includes an all you can eat country buffet, private time with Santa in the barn where you can take your own pictures and a signed Christmas book from Santa for each paid child (ages 2 -10). You may purchase a book for any child under the age of 2 or older than 10 years.

For more information, call 662-429-2540 or visit www.gocedarhillfarm.com
 
 
  • Horn Lakes Annual Christmas Parade, Tree Lighting, & Fireworks
    Location: Latimer Lakes Park, 5633 Tulane Road
    Date & Time: Saturday, Dec 14, 2013, 7:00pm
    Horn Lake's Annual Christmas Parade theme this year is "Light Up the City." The parade will begin beside Horn Lake Fire Station 1 on Tulane Road and end at Latimer Lakes Park. The annual lighting of the tree begins approximately 30 minutes following the end of the parade precession, followed by fireworks.  Free hot chocolate (other drinks available for purchase).
    For more information, call the Horn Lake Chamber of Commerce at 662-393-9897, email info@hornlakehamber.com or visit www.hornlakechamber.com.
    Rain date, December 16.
  • Santa Comes to Walls
    Location: Walls Fire Department, 6085 Hwy 161 N
    Date & Times: Saturday, Dec 14, 2013, All Day beginning at 7:00am
    Bring your children to have their photo taken with Santa. For more information, call 662-781-2020.
Location: Mid-South Ice House, 10705 Ridgeway Industrial Dr              
Date & Time: 

Saturday, Dec 21, 2013 - Sunday, Dec 22, 2013,
Sat & Sun 12:00pm;
Sat 6:00pm
Mid-South Ice House presents "The Nutcracker." Performances are at noon Dec 21 & 22 and at 6:00pm Dec 21.
Purchase tickets at Mid-South Ice House. General admission $8; Premium $25; children under 3 free. General admission is bleacher style, first come, first serve. Dress warm and bring a blanket!
For more information, call 901-881-8544 or visit www.midsouthicehouse.com.


 
 
 
 
  • Bella's Lights "Light It Up"                            
    Location: 4630 Alexander Rd, Olive Branch, Ms
    Date & Times: Nov 30th - Jan 1st 5:30-10:30  (weather permitting)

    This event is hosted by Southern Style Photography every year at her home for a little girl named Bella who was born with Brittle Bone Disease. Donations can be made at the site.. all donations go towards her therapy.





  • Alpine Village
    Location: Trinity Baptist Church
    Time & Dates:
    December 12 (Thursday) ~ 6 - 8:30 pm
    December 13 (Friday) ~ 6 - 8:30 pm
    December 14 (Saturday) - 2 - 4:30pm
    December 14 (Saturday) - 6 - 8:30pm
    December 15 (Sunday) - 2 - 4:30pm
    Experience a magical, old-fashioned Christmas Village. Quaint shops offer activities, crafts, or small gifts for children. Come enjoy seasonal music, the Village Church, live Nativity scene, puppet show, model train and an occasional snow shower! You will also want to be whisked away through the village to the North Pole to see Santa himself.

    Admission to the Village is FREE, however due to the popularity of this event, advance ticket reservations are required. We have to restrict the number of children at each session so your reservations are good only for the session selected. If you must make a change, please cancel your reservation and make another reservation for another time. Reservations may be made until the final session Sunday, December 15th.
     
     
     

    All sessions of Alpine Village are SOLD OUT.  
     
    This year, we have been truly overwhelmed by the tremendous
    response by our guests in registering to attend the Village.  
    Registration for the 2014 Alpine Village will begin around November 1, 2014.
     
    For questions or to cancel your reservation, please email  info@thealpinevillage.org



  • Santa is coming to Byhalia   (if the weather permits)
    Location: Brunswick Avenue.
    Date & Time: Dec. 14 at 6 p.m

    Santa is coming to Byhalia (if the weather permits) on Friday night at 6 p.m. at the Tree and Display Lighting on Brunswick Avenue.

    If the weather is too icy, Santa's arrival will be combined with the
    Byhalia Believes Parade on Dec. 14 at 6 p.m.

    There's no entry fee to participate in the parade, just call 662-838-2135 for details.





Memphis



More fun at the Zoo:


There's always more to Zoo!

• Spectacular holiday light displays  • Singing Christmas trees 
• Magic Mr. Nick Illusion shows • Free North Pole Express Train rides
• Animal Encounters  • Food and beverages at the Cat House Cafe* 
• Hot chocolate and s'mores*  • Fun children's activities at the Farm Expo Building
• Free tram rides • Free CHINA carousel rides
• Visit with mascots – Bamboo and friends!  • Animals of the Night, the Herpetarium,
the Farm and the Aquarium are all open
* additional fees apply
 
 
  • Memphis Zoo on Ice
    Location: Memphis Zoo
    Date & Times: Daytime skating: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., last admission to the rink 4 p.m.
    Admission:
    $6 for one hour of skating
    $24 for members-only punch card, good for five skaters

    General Zoo admission applies 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    SunTrust Zoo Lights admission applies after 5:30 p.m.
    Last daytime admission at 4 p.m., gates reopen at 5:30 p.m. for SunTrust Zoo Lights

    Purchase ice skating and Ferris wheel tickets at the rink and the wheel.


  • Singing Christmas Tree  (My Review)
    Location: Bellevue Baptist Church
    Date & Times: December 13-15, 17-18.

    More information coming soon!

 

  • Starry Nights                                                                    
Location: Shelby Farms, Tn
Date & Times: Nov 29- Dec 27
Monday (Run, Walk, Ride Night) 6pm- 9pm
Tuesday- Thursday 6pm -9pm
Friday - Saturday 6pm- 10pm
Sunday 6pm-9pm

Pricing:
Tues - Sun     $20 per car, $50 per large Van & Limo
Monday (Run, Walk, Ride Night)   
$5 per person or $20 per family

What to Expect:
New Light Displays
Ice Sculpting
Camel Rides
Photos with Santa
Starry Petting Zoo
Starry Carriage Rides
                                 

Misletoe Village  

                        
Mistletoe Village is a place where you can experience the magic of the holidays. Grab a cup of hot chocolate while you visit Santa, do some holiday shopping with local artisans, visit the Starry Petting Zoo and even ride a camel. Afterward, gather around a cozy campfire and roast s'mores while you listen to carols in the village.
Camel Rides: $5
Starry Petting Zoo: $3
Photos with Santa: $22

 

NEW THIS YEAR: ICE SCULPTING IN MISTLETOE VILLAGE

Ice Sculpting, presented by Ice Sculpting is presented by Culinary Creations and Ice + Le'cole Culinaire on Fridays + Saturdays during the show. Skilled artists will create unique Park-themed ice sculptures.
  • It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play           
    Location: Dixon Gallery and Gardens
    Date & Times:
    November 30 at 7:00 pm Performance
    December 1 at 3:00 pm Performance
    December 5 at 7:00 pm Free Will Kids' Night
     
    December 6 at 7:00 pm Performance
    December 7 at 7:00 pm Performance
     
    December 8 at 3:00 pm Closing

    Ticket Information:

    $15 on November 20 preview/$30 on all other dates for adults; 20% discount for Seniors/Students; FREE for children 17 and younger when accompanied by a paying/attending guardian on November 21, 28, December 5.  Get your tickets today by calling 901-759-0604  or visiting www.tnshakespeare.org. 



     
     
     
    • Snowy Nights in my Big Backyard
      Location: Memphis Botanical Gardens
      Date & Times:
      Fridays and Saturdays
      Nov 29- Dec 14
      Open Nightly Dec 17-30
      Closed Dec 24th & 25th
       
      5:30-8:30pm
      Last Admission 8pm
       
       
      Admission:
      MBG members $7
      Non-members $10
      Children under 2 are free
      Advance tickets guarantee date selection; click here to purchase online.
      Tickets at the gate based on availability.
       
       
        

      Snowy Nights is available for private rental events!
      Call 901-636-4106 to schedule your holiday party
       

    • Enchanted Forest
      Location: Pink Palace Museum
      Date & Time: OPEN 9am to 9pm, Friday nights, December 6, 13 & 20, 2013!(closed Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day)
      December 31, 2013 is the last day to see Enchanted Forest.
      Admission for the Enchanted Forest Festival of Trees ONLY:
      $6 Adults, $5 Seniors and children ages 3-12.
      Group rates are available. For information, call 901.525.TREE or visit www.TheEnchantedForest.org.


    • Light Before Christmas                   
      Location: Pink Palace Imax Theater
      Date:November 23 through December 31, 2013
      No late entry please.(Please note: the Pink Palace Museum and Crew Training International IMAX Theater are closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.)


      Click Here for Times









    • Santa vs. The Snowman
      Location: Pink Palace Imax Theater
      Dates: November 23 through December 31, 2013 No late entry please.(Please note: the Pink Palace Museum and Crew Training International IMAX Theater are closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.)

      Click here for times
    • Santa's Wonderland 2013                  ALL FREE!
      Location: Bass Pro Shop Memphis
      Date & Times available here

      What to expect:Free Photo with Santa
      Free Crafts
      Free Games
      Free Backpack Clip


    • Sweet Treats with Santa
      Location: Pickering Center, 7771 Poplar Pike, Germantown
      Date & Time: 12/7/2013 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
      Cost: $20 per car (one family per car, please)       Age: 2 to 10 years

      Visit Santa’s café where the aroma of holiday treats fills the air. Children create treats, decorations or gifts and enjoy a visit with Santa. Go outside to visit Santa’s stables, make reindeer food and enjoy s’mores around the camp fire. Bring a camera and wear warm clothes for the outdoor activities. Proceeds benefit the Germantown special recreation program, dedicated to people with intellectual or physical challenges. For more information, contact Michelle McDonnell at 757-7382 or mmcdonnell@germantown-tn.gov.
      In the event of inclement weather, call 751-5669 for details on event status. 
    • Germantown Holiday Parade
      Location: Farmington Boulevard, Germantown, Tennessee 38138
      Date & Time: 12/14/2013 2:00 PM
      The traditional holiday parade features decorated floats, horses, youth groups, car clubs, marching bands and an appearance by Santa. Beginning at the corner of Kimbrough Road and Farmington Boulevard, the parade proceeds west on Farmington Boulevard to Exeter Road, turns north on Exeter Road and ends at Germantown Athletic Club. For more information or to participate, contact Natalie Ruffin at 757-7376 or nruffin@germantown-tn.gov. The rain date is December 15.
      In the event of inclement weather, call 751-5669 for details on event status.
    • Special Recreation: Jingle Bell Rock
      Location: Pickering Center ,7771 Poplar Pike , Germantown
      Date & Time: 12/13/2013 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM       Special Recreation activities are for people with intellectual or physical challenges, their friends and family. Admission is free unless otherwise noted. Contact Michelle McDonnell at 757-7382 or mmcdonnell@germantown-tn.gov.
      Dance the night away and enjoy free pizza, snacks and soft drinks.
       
    • Holiday Day Concert at GPAC
      Location: GPAC Duncan-Williams Performance Hall  1801 Exeter Road , Germantown
      Date & Time: 12/14/2013 7:00 PM      Under the direction of Catherine Feazell, GPAC welcomes the Germantown Chorus and the Germantown Symphony Orchestra to the Duncan-Williams Performance Hall on Saturday evening, December 14.

      Not to be missed, the Germantown Community Chorus and the Germantown Symphony Orchestra have joined forces to present their annual concert of holiday music for crowds of all ages. This very special combination of musical talent will entertain guests with both new holiday hits as well as many favorites including highlights from Tchaikovsky's ballet, The Nutcracker and Leroy Anderson's classic, Sleigh Ride. Guests will also enjoy sparkling new selections including Bellringer's Holiday created by composer Randol Bass for the Chicago Symphony and Chorus 2005 Holiday concert. Keeping with tradition, the festive evening will conclude with the traditional audience sing-along.

      For additional ticket information, contact the box office at 901-751-7500 or visit www.gpacweb.com.
       
    • Bartlett Christmas Parade
      Location: Stage Road between Elmore Park and Shelby StreetDate & Time: Saturday Dec. 7th, 4pm

      Street Closing Information: the line-up area is on Stage Road, between Altruria and Elmore Park. This section of Stage Road will close to traffic on Saturday, December 7 starting at 1:30 p.m. The actual parade route, between Elmore Park and Shelby Street will close to traffic at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 3. This is to ensure the safety of all spectators and participants.

      There is NO rain date for the Christmas parade on Saturday, December 7, it is a rain or shine event unless the weather conditions are a safety issue. If the weather conditions are questionable on the day of the parade, we will make the call at noon to go ahead with the parade or not. This will be posted on our FB page, City of Bartlett web site and sent to the media. 




       
    • Christmas in Collierville
      Location: Historic Town Square
      Date & Time: Saturday, December 07, 2013, 10:00am - 04:00pm
      Contact : Sheila Moody - 901.457.2770
    • 37th Annual Christmas Parade * Reschedule until further notice*Location: Byhalia Road, Collerville
      Date & Time:
      Contact : Sheila Moody - 901.457.2770                       


    • Holiday Family Fun at the Cotton Museum
      Location: Cotton Museum At The Memphis Cotton Exchange, 65 Union Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee 38103
      Date & Time: December 14, 2013 · 10am to 2pm
      Don’t wait for snow! We’re making a fluffy white Christmas with our next fun family day at the Cotton Museum. Gimme Some Holiday Fun: Children and Family Day at the Cotton Museum will be on December 14 from 10am to 2pm.  We’ve planned a whole day of special programming tailored just for kids and parents. Expect festive snacks and drinks to warm the soul, holiday-themed crafts for kids, cooking demonstrations with Laurie Triplette, face painting, balloon animals, holly jolly sing-a-longs with Music for Aardvarks, and a special appearance by Santa himself.  Finish up your seasonal shopping at the gift store, featuring charming, southern gifts from local vendors.
      Admission is free and open to the public – just be sure children are accompanied by adults
    • Cherokee Baptist Church Puppet Show
      Location: 5340 Quince Rd. Memphis, TN
      Dates & Times:
      Friday, December 13 at 7pm.
      Saturday, December 14 at 1pm and 5pm.
      Sunday, December 15 at 5pm.


      Admission is free. Refreshments will be served following the program

      No childcare is provided, but babies of all ages are welcome!Jesus... the Lord of all the universe... the lamb of God come to take away the sin of the world... lies in a lowly manger...This year's Living Puppet Tree will be an engaging and dramatic retelling of the first coming of Jesus some 2,000 years ago in the tiny town of Bethlehem. Join us for a fantastic presentation of the coming of Jesus Christ presented through a Living Puppet Tree! This is the 31st year of the Living Puppet Tree at Cherokee. If you have joined us in the past or never been able to make it, you won't want to miss this year's presentation. Bring little ones young and old for a great time of worship and celebration. 



     
    • Caring Santa    Facebook event
      Location: Wolfchase Galleria Mall
      Date & Time: 12/8/2013, 9:30am until 11:00am,
       
      Caring Santa is a private event designed for children and young adults with special needs and their families to have an opportunity to visit with and have their photo taken with Santa. Wolfchase Galleria has made necessary adjustments to the environment to support the sensory, physical and other developmental needs of children of all abilities for this special event
    • Angel Tree Program
      Location: Wolfchase Galleria Mall, Located by the Carousel at Entrance 4.
      Dates & Times: November 22 at 10:00am until December 17 at 9:00pm
       
      or thousands of underprivileged children and seniors, the Angel Tree program provides the magic of Christmas. Holiday gifts such as bicycles, toys, clothing, and special-needs items relieve family budgets too tight to allow for extras.
       
      Recipients are individually screened to verify need and determine they were not served last year or by other holiday programs. Individual wish lists are provided to allow adopters the joys of personalized shopping and recipients the delight of dreams fulfilled.
    • Pets Photos with Santa
      Location: Carriage Crossing in Collierville
       
      Date & Time:
      Nov. 16- Nov. 27
      Monday- Thursday: 1PM-6PM (Break: 3PM-3:15PM)
      Friday- Saturday: 11AM-8PM (Break: 3PM-4PM)
      Sunday: 12PM-6PM (Break: 3PM-3:30PM)
      Nov. 29 - December 23
      Monday - Saturday: 11AM - 8PM (Break: 3PM-4PM)
      Sunday: 12PM-6PM (Break: 3PM-3:30PM)
      December 24
      9AM-5PM (Break: 12:30PM -1:30PM)
      Pet Photos with Santa
      December 2, 9 and 16th
      4PM-6PM
       
      All pets must be on a leash and current on vaccinations
        
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    • Reindeer Games and Candy Cane Christmas Event
      Location: Children's Museum of Memphis (CMOM)
      Date & Time: Dec 14th 10am -1pm

      Celebrate the magic of the season with themed crafts and games! Santa and Rudolph will be on site with giveaways for the children! Listen to a children’s bell choir and watch a mini-Nutcracker Ballet performance. Admission is free for members and $15 for non-members and includes admission to the museum
     
     
    • Gingerbread Fantasy
      Location: Children's Museum of Memphis (CMOM)
      Date & Time: Dec 14th 11am-1pm

      Start a holiday tradition! Build a memory with your family while assembling and decorating a yummy gingerbread house that will WOW Santa! Enjoy a special visit from Santa and the Gingerbread Man. All supplies and your favorite candies are included. Refreshments will be served. Program fee is $25 per Gingerbread House kit (museum admission NOT included). Reservations are required and seats are limited. Choose a session: 11 am or 1 pm. Register by December 6 at 901-458-2678, ext. 221.
    • Santa Photo Hours
      Location: Oak Court Mall 4465 Poplar Ave., Memphis, Tennessee 38117
      Dates & Times: November 16 at 10:00am until December 24 at 6:00pm
    • Pet Santa Photos
      Location: Oak Court Mall 4465 Poplar Ave., Memphis, Tennessee 38117      Date & Time: Dec 7th 1-6pm
    • Holiday Event
      Location: Oak Court Mall 4465 Poplar Ave., Memphis, Tennessee 38117Date & Time: Dec 15th 11am -6pm

    • Breakfast with Santa
      Location: Memphis Botanic Gardens
      Date & Time:  12/14/2013, 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM
      Enjoy a delicious warm breakfast, elf-themed crafts, live animals, wagon rides, and live music. Two seating times for breakfast. For either seating, be sure to come at 9:00a.m., so you’ll have plenty of time for activities and photos with Santa! Photos and wagon rides at additional cost.
      Sponsored by Whole Foods Market and Chick-Fil-A.
      MBG members $12/non-members $15.
      Tickets online at http://memphisbotanicgarden.com/santa   or call 636-4130 to confirm by phone

      If you purchased tickets online or by phone for the December 7th date, you do not need to re-purchase tickets...simply check in at will-call on December 14th.
    • Holiday Market and Gift Shop
      Location: Memphis Botanic Gardens
      Date & Time:  12/08/2013, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
      Holiday Market and Gift Shop by Memphis Herb Society
      Shop for unique, one of kind items for those special people on your Christmas list. Members will display a variety of handcrafted items including enameled jewelry, bath salts, jams and jellies, sachets, lotions, medicinal herbs, cold and flu chasers, tinctures, baked goods, seasoning blends, nuts, closet safes, knitted and crocheted hats, scarves, soaps, salves, teas, wool, candies, pickles, chow-chow, Catnip Cards, leaf castings with  sedum/moss gardens, and much more.
      Vendor Info: contact Evelyn Mosley at 754-4929 or mosleyec@yahoo.com 






      New Years
       


    • New Years at Noon
      Location: Children's Museum of Memphis (CMOM)
      Date & Time: Dec 28th 10am - 2pm

      For those little buckaroos that can’t stay up until midnight, ring in the New Year at CMOM beginning at 10 am and ending with a balloon /candy drop at 12 noon. Help us celebrate the Year of the Horse! Calling all cowboys and cowgirls for games and crafts. Admission is $3 for members and $15 for non-members. Includes museum admission
     
     
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