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Cannon Beach HOLIDAY EVENTS “A Christmas Carol” Holiday Tea Winter Whale Watching 7 p.m. Nov. 17 through Dec. 23, 3 p.m. matinees Nov. 26, Dec. 10 and 17 Coaster Theatre Playhouse 108 N. Hemlock St., 503-436-1242 www.coastertheatre.com A faithful adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Carol,” a tale of a bitter, old miser named Ebenezer Scrooge, and his transformation into a gentler, kinder man after visitations from four ghostly spirits on Christmas Eve. Rated G. Tickets are $20 to $25. 1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 2 Cannon Beach Library 131 N. Hemlock St., 503-436-1391 www.cannonbeachlibrary.org Cozy up and enjoy home baked goods, tea and cider. During the event, the winner of the annual quilt drawing will be revealed; tickets are $1 each or six for $5. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 27 through Dec. 31 Ecola State Park, Cannon Beach Neahkahnie Mountain Historic Marker, U.S. 101 Turnout www.whalespoken.org, 800-551-6949 The Whale Watching Spoken Here program places trained volunteers at the best locations along the Oregon and Washington coasts to help visitors spot migrating Gray whales as they travel from Alaska south to the breeding grounds of the warm lagoons of California and Mexico. Mimosa Madness 8 to 11 a.m. Nov. 24 Local shops throughout Cannon Beach, 503-436-2623 www.facebook.com/mimosamadness It’s a Black Friday shopping alternative and extravaganza, offering refreshments and deals to be found all around town. For more details, visit the Facebook page or call the Cannon Beach Visitor Center for a list of participating merchants. Refreshments will vary per location. Holiday Wreath Making 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 25 and Dec. 2 Cannon Beach Chamber Community Hall 207 N. Spruce St., 503-436-2623 www.cannonbeach.org Get creative at the fun and popular wreath-making event, even comes with an instructor, refreshments and holiday music! Cannon Beach in Lights & “Name That Tune” Window Display Contest Regular business hours Nov. 27 through Dec. 15 Local residents and businesses throughout Cannon Beach, 503-436-2623 www.facebook.com/haystackholidayscannonbeach Visit participating retailers for a chance to win a holiday gift basket, submit correct “name that tune” play cards for a chance to win. Holiday lights voting available at the Chamber or online. Voting will be open through Dec. 15 and awards will be announced at the Coaster Theatre Playhouse on Dec. 16. Cannon Beach Chorus Christmas Concert 7 p.m. Dec. 1 at Warrenton Christian Church 1376 S.E. Anchor Ave., Warrenton 7 p.m. Dec. 2 at Cannon Beach Community Church 132 E. Washington, 503-436-0378 3 p.m. Dec. 3 at Nehalem Bay Methodist Church 36050 10th St., Nehalem, 503-436-0378, www.cannonbeachchorus.org The fall season of Home for the Holidays will feature a major work “The Christmas Oratorio” by Camille Saint-Saëns and family Christmas favorites including “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” “Peace, Peace,” “Ave Maria” by Biebl and “Ave Maria” by Gounod and others. Tickets are $10 per person. Lamp Lighting Ceremony 4 p.m. Dec. 2 Sandpiper Square 170 N. Hemlock St., 503-436-2618 Visitors are welcome to join the community at Sandpiper Square for a beloved Cannon Beach holiday tradition with treats and refreshments provided after the ceremony. Pictures with Santa 1 to 3 p.m. Dec. 9 Cannon Beach Chamber Community Hall 207 N. Spruce St., 503-436-2623 www.cannonbeach.org Santa Claus is coming to town, so don’t miss out on this special holiday photo op with Santa. Ho Ho Ho! $5 suggested donation includes digital photo, crafts and a treat. Holiday Storytime 3 to 4 p.m. Dec. 9 Cannon Beach Chamber Community Hall 207 N. Spruce St., 503-436-2623 www.cannonbeach.org Kids of all ages won’t want to miss out on this special holiday stories and a photo with Santa. Christmas Sing-Along 3 p.m. Dec. 16 Cannon Beach Community Church 132 E. Washington St. This special holiday concert features piano solos and a carol sing-along featuring classical and contemporary pianist Jennifer Goodenberger on the new Steinway piano. No cover charge. Holiday Foods Around the World Regular business hours Dec. 26 through Dec. 29 Local restaurants throughout Cannon Beach Visit participating Cannon Beach restaurants as they feature unique food and beverage specials highlighting traditions from many different countries and cultures. Open during regular business hours. 8 • HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS 2017 • WWW.DAILYASTORIAN.COM Winter Holiday Concert 7 p.m. Dec. 27 Coaster Theatre 108 N. Hemlock St., 503-436-0609, www.coastertheatre.com Finish 2017 with The Trail Band, an eight-piece ensemble creating an energetic blend of brass and string arrangements of traditional and original music for the holidays. This premiere historic music ensemble from the northwest will give a festive holiday performance.
