Spend an evening out on the town

For individuals that relocate to this area from larger communities and cities it may seem as though there is not a plethora of activities to fill your weekend and weekday evenings. However, looking a little bit closer there are plenty of great events happening in the surrounding communities and since we love where we’re located we wanted to share a few of them with you. The list follows:

A Dickens Wine Tasting
Saturday, November 15 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
“Walk through the London Fog, hear the chimes of Big Ben and have a toast with Jacob Marley and Ebenezer Scrooge. Enjoy the competition of a hearty silent auction, eat delicious foods and appetizers, take a chance on overstuffed raffle baskets and learn about wine. Tickets are $30 per person and are available be calling 570-752-2241. The event is being held at the McBride Memorial Library, 500 Market Street Berwick.

A Child’s Christmas in Wales
Friday, November 28 thru Sunday, December 28 Thurs thru Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.
“We offer Dylan Thomas’ memories of his own childhood Christmas, where eccentric aunts and uncles come to dinner and the house is filled with song and the smells of turkey. It’s been 12 years since we performed this family musical. Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble is hosting this event at the Alvina Krause Theatre, 226 Center Street Bloomsburg. For tickets or more information call 570-784-8181 or visit www.bte.org

North Pole Express
Saturday, November 29 at 11 a.m. 1 p.m. 3 pm. 5 p.m. and 7p.m.
“Join Santa on a real excursion train for kids of all ages. The train will stop outside the Sherwin Williams Store Market and 7th Streets Bloomsburg. For more information contact 570-784-2522

Holiday Tree Lighting
Thursday, December 4 at 7 p.m.
“A Lewisburg tradition with celebrating the holiday light of Hufnagle park with carolers, hot chocolate and a dramatic reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.’

2008 Holiday House Tour
Saturday, December 6 from 1 p.m. to 7p.m.
“Open House at Historical Society Headquarters. A Holiday tour of beautifully decorated historical homes an the First United Church or Christ.” Downtown Berwick. For more information call 570-759-8020.

2nd Annual Historic Homes Holiday Walk
Saturday, December 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“Come see Bloomsburg’s historic homes and churches decked out for the holidays! Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Children’s Choir. Bloomsburg’s finest homes in full holiday regalia and refreshment galore! Tickets required for anyone over the age of 12. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 on the day of the tour. The tour begins at the Bloomsburg Memorial School, 500 Market Street Bloomsburg. For more information call 570-764-5853.

28th Annual Victorian Holiday Parade and Celebrate
Saturday, December 6 at 1 p.m.
“Relive the Victorian Era through this annual event which features horse-drawn vehicles and images of a bygone era – all heralding the arrival of Kris Kringle. For more information call 570-523-1743