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DOWNTOWN SOUTH BEND HOLIDAY EVENTSTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29Mannheim Steamroller Christmas (8:00 p.m.) Morris Performing Arts Center Mannheim Steamroller will feature favorite Christmas music along with state-of-the-art multimedia effects in an intimate setting. The tour, now in its 27th year, is still met by sold-out audiences and was one of the top 20 concert tours in the nation last year. http://morriscenter.org/schedule.php?id=48
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30Pre-registered Packet Pick-up (2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.) Pre-registered Packet Pick-up for the St. Nick Six 6K and Run, Rudolph, Run .06K will be available at the St. Joseph Parish Center. Opening Day: Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 - 5:30 p.m., 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1St. Nick Six 6K Run/3K Walk & Run, Rudolph, Run .06K (Starts times at 10:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m.) The 2012 St. Nick Six 6K Run & 3K Walk will be held at the St. Joseph Catholic Church on Saturday, December 1 at 10:00am. The St. Nick Six benefits St. Joseph Grade School, the educational ministry of St. Joseph Parish. This year's st. Nick Six will feature a fun new event, the Run, Rudolph, Run .06K for little reindeer in 1st grade and younger that will start before the race, at 9:30am. Runners and walkers will receive a race tote filled with coupons, goodies and a tech shirt. Early bird registration available online. http://stjoeparish.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1632 • (8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.) Day-of Registration & Packet Pick-up • (9:30 a.m.) Run, Rudolph, Run .06K Start • (10:00 a.m.) St. Nick Six 6K Run/3K Walk Start
Howard Park Ice Rink (10:00 a.m. - Noon, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ The Great Adventures of Mrs. Santa Claus (11:00 a.m.) Studio 217 (217 S. Michigan Street) The Acting Ensemble presents Imagination Series Storytime Stage Readings for your child, your grandchild and the child in you! The Great Adventures of Mrs. Santa Claus by Sarah Addington begins at 11am. Admission is free. http://www.actingensemble.com/ A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas (2:00 p.m.) South Bend Civic Theatre A “missing” chapter in the beloved Little House stories sees the Ingalls family struggling with hardship and loss as they make their way to a new home. When wealthy Mrs. Starr offers to adopt Laura to soften the burden on her parents, Laura faces a daunting decision on Christmas day—should she stay or should she go? This poignant play captures the heart and characters of the famed stories. Told with humor and simple truths, the minimally staged play will celebrate the enduring bonds of family. http://sbct.org/#/show/a-laura-ingalls-wilder-christmas
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2Howard Park Ice Rink (1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.)Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas (7:00 p.m.) South Bend Civic Theatre A “missing” chapter in the beloved Little House stories sees the Ingalls family struggling with hardship and loss as they make their way to a new home. When wealthy Mrs. Starr offers to adopt Laura to soften the burden on her parents, Laura faces a daunting decision on Christmas day—should she stay or should she go? This poignant play captures the heart and characters of the famed stories. Told with humor and simple truths, the minimally staged play will celebrate the enduring bonds of family. http://sbct.org/#/show/a-laura-ingalls-wilder-christmas
MONDAY, DECEMBER 3Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 - 5:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ The Acting Ensemble presents: Charles Dickens' The Cricket on the Hearth (7:30 p.m.) Recital Hall, Century Center Something special this holiday, a new adaptation by award winning Michael Beatty of the classic Charles Dickens story. The third of Dickens' five Christmas books published in 1845, it was, at the time, the most popular of all the stories. Filled with Dickens' memorable characters, the story concerns the struggles of a blind doll’s dressmaker and her father in the harsh world of Victorian England. World Premiere. http://www.actingensemble.com/index.html
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7Holiday Afternoon Tea (2:00 - 4:00 p.m.) Tippecanoe Place Restaurant Join Tippecanoe Place for a holiday tradition. Assorted pastries and fruit bread will be served with preserves and cream along with tea sandwiches and an assorted tea selection. Tippe.com Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 - 5:30 p.m., 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ First Fridays: Downtown for the Holidays (5:00 - 9:00 p.m.) http://dtsbfirstfridays.com/events/events Holiday in the Gallery (5:00 - 7:30 p.m.) South Bend Museum of Art Enjoy an evening of musical entertainment and refreshments whiles strolling through the galleries. Sponsored by the Art League. Downtown for the Holidays at HealthWorks! Kids' Museum (5:00 - 8:00 p.m.) Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! Stop in the museum to warm up while you explore their fun-tastic exhibit floor. Catch a peek at the Grinch Who Stole Christmas video and make and take your own "3 times its size" heart craft! Historic for the Holidays (5:00 - 8:00 p.m.) Kizer House Showcase (803 W. Washington St.) Experience the Kizer House as it hasn't been seen since the 1930s. Get in some holiday shopping at the Kizer House Emporium in the carriage house. Click here for more information... Tree & Wreath Sale (5:00 - 9:00 p.m.) West Lot at the College Football Hall Fame Choose from a wide variety of fresh trees and wreaths. All proceeds benefit Near Northwest Neighborhood, Inc. While supplies last. Cash only. Tree Lighting Ceremony (5:30 p.m.) Jon Hunt Plaza/Morris Performing Arts Center Children from the South Bend School Corporation and Starz Academy will perform music and dance and the holiday greeting cards will be recognized. Free cookies and hot chocolate will be served. This all leads up to the big event: Santa's arrival and the lighting of the giant Christmas Tree. Special thanks to Hill's True Value Hardware for the greeting card paint and supplies. Event co-sponsored by South Bend Parks and Recreation, DTSB and TCU. Santa House & Workshop (6:30 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.) Bring your camera for free photos with Santa! Visit his workshop for free cookie decorating, activities and Gingerbread Village. Enjoy a musical performance by Anaya Jolie. Special appearance to be made by South Bend Silver Hawks mascot, Swoop. Located on the College Football Hall of Fame Campus. Snow Dome with Rudolph (6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) Next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe Catch Rudolph inside the big white dome outside next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe! Santa’s Gingerbread Village (6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) Santa Trolley Rides (6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) Pick-up and drop-off in front of the South Bend Chocolate Cafe. Free! Hop on Santa’s trolley for a complimentary spin through downtown. A fun and easy way to get from event to event! Sleigh Rides (6:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) Pick-up and drop-off in front of the South Bend Chocolate Cafe Hop on the sleigh! Rides can be picked up in front of the South Bend Chocolate Cafe and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Adult rides are $5 each and children ride free. Tickets can be purchased at the sleigh stop. Weather permitting. Rides provided by Dream Coach Carriages. The Acting Ensemble presents: Charles Dickens' The Cricket on the Hearth (7:30 p.m.) Recital Hall, Century Center Something special this holiday, a new adaptation by award winning Michael Beatty of the classic Charles Dickens story. The third of Dickens' five Christmas books published in 1845, it was, at the time, the most popular of all the stories. Filled with Dickens' memorable characters, the story concerns the struggles of a blind doll’s dressmaker and her father in the harsh world of Victorian England. World Premiere. http://www.actingensemble.com/index.html
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8Breakfast with Santa at Fiddler's Hearth (8:00 a.m.) Fiddler's Hearth 127 N. Main Street A plated breakfast will be served, then visit with Santa and enjoy face painting, balloon art and Irish Christmas traditions. Remember to bring your camera to get a photo of your child with Santa! Cost: $7/person. Howard Park Ice Rink (10:00 a.m. - Noon, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ Santa House & Workshop (Noon - 6:00 p.m.) Bring your camera for free photos with Santa! Visit his workshop for free cookie decorating, activities and Gingerbread Village. Located on the College Football Hall of Fame Campus. Snow Dome with Rudolph (Noon - 6:00 p.m.) Next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe Catch Rudolph inside the big white dome outside next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe! Santa’s Gingerbread Village (Noon - 6:00 p.m.) Santa Trolley Rides (Noon - 6:00 p.m.) Pick-up and drop-off in front of the South Bend Chocolate Cafe. Free! Hop on Santa’s trolley for a complimentary spin through downtown. A fun and easy way to get from event to event! Tree & Wreath Sale (Noon - 6:00 p.m.) West Lot at the College Football Hall of Fame Choose from a wide variety of fresh trees and wreaths. All proceeds benefit Near Northwest Neighborhood, Inc. While supplies last. Cash only. Historic for the Holidays (Noon - 8:00 p.m.) West Washington Private Homes Tour and Kizer House Showcase Tour six private homes in the West Washington National Register District, plus the Kizer House—each decked out in style for the holidays. Click here for more information... Holiday Afternoon Tea (2:00 - 4:00 p.m.) Tippecanoe Place Restaurant Join Tippecanoe Place for a holiday tradition. Assorted pastries and fruit bread will be served with preserves and cream along with tea sandwiches and an assorted tea selection. Tippe.com Southold Dance Theater presents The Nutcracker Ballet (2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.) Morris Performing Arts Center This timeless holiday classic returns to thrill and enchant audiences of all ages. Delightful sets and costuming will enhance your travels with Clara as you watch her Nutcracker come to life, see her Christmas tree grow, and travel with her to faraway places. The magical production is sure to awaken the child in you as you join Clara in her Christmas journey. SDT's Nutcracker is the largest and the only full, unabridged Nutcracker production in the Michiana area. http://morriscenter.org/schedule.php?id=51 A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas (2:00 p.m.) South Bend Civic Theatre A “missing” chapter in the beloved Little House stories sees the Ingalls family struggling with hardship and loss as they make their way to a new home. When wealthy Mrs. Starr offers to adopt Laura to soften the burden on her parents, Laura faces a daunting decision on Christmas day—should she stay or should she go? This poignant play captures the heart and characters of the famed stories. Told with humor and simple truths, the minimally staged play will celebrate the enduring bonds of family. http://sbct.org/#/show/a-laura-ingalls-wilder-christmas The Acting Ensemble presents: Charles Dickens' The Cricket on the Hearth (2:00 p.m.) Recital Hall, Century Center Something special this holiday, a new adaptation by award winning Michael Beatty of the classic Charles Dickens story. The third of Dickens' five Christmas books published in 1845, it was, at the time, the most popular of all the stories. Filled with Dickens' memorable characters, the story concerns the struggles of a blind doll’s dressmaker and her father in the harsh world of Victorian England. World Premiere. http://www.actingensemble.com/index.html
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9Howard Park Ice Rink (1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ Santa House & Workshop (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) Bring your camera for free photos with Santa! Visit his workshop for free cookie decorating, activities and Gingerbread Village. Special appearance to be made by South Bend Silver Hawks mascot, Swoop. Located on the College Football Hall of Fame Campus. Snow Dome with Rudolph (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) Next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe Catch Rudolph inside the big white dome outside next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe! Santa’s Gingerbread Village (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) Santa Trolley Rides (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) Pick-up and drop-off in front of the South Bend Chocolate Cafe. Free! Hop on Santa’s trolley for a complimentary spin through downtown. A fun and easy way to get from event to event! Tree & Wreath Sale (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) West Lot at the College Football Hall of Fame Choose from a wide variety of fresh trees and wreaths. All proceeds benefit Near Northwest Neighborhood, Inc. While supplies last. Cash only. Historic for the Holidays (Noon - 5:00 p.m.) West Washington Tour and Kizer House Showcase Check out the Kizer House along with some of the historic district's bed and breakfasts and institutions and join in Community Christmas Carol singing. Click here for more information Southold Dance Theater presents The Nutcracker Ballet (2:00 p.m.) Morris Performing Arts Center This timeless holiday classic returns to thrill and enchant audiences of all ages. Delightful sets and costuming will enhance your travels with Clara as you watch her Nutcracker come to life, see her Christmas tree grow, and travel with her to faraway places. The magical production is sure to awaken the child in you as you join Clara in her Christmas journey. SDT's Nutcracker is the largest and the only full, unabridged Nutcracker production in the Michiana area. http://morriscenter.org/schedule.php?id=54 The Acting Ensemble presents: Charles Dickens' The Cricket on the Hearth (2:00 p.m.) Recital Hall, Century Center Something special this holiday, a new adaptation by award winning Michael Beatty of the classic Charles Dickens story. The third of Dickens' five Christmas books published in 1845, it was, at the time, the most popular of all the stories. Filled with Dickens' memorable characters, the story concerns the struggles of a blind doll’s dressmaker and her father in the harsh world of Victorian England. World Premiere. http://www.actingensemble.com/index.html Holiday Skating Party: Ice Skating with Santa (4:00 - 6:00 p.m.) Howard Park Ice Rink Join family and friends at the Howard Park Ice Skating Rink on Jefferson Blvd. at St. Louis Blvd. and enjoy a fun-filled time of skating. Santa will be there and we'll have some refreshments too. Skate rental is available. Bring your camera for pictures with Santa. Fee: Two pet food items (to be donated to South Bend Animal Control) or $2/person. Pre-registration not required. "The Jingle Bell Strangler" Murder Mystery Dinner Show (5:00 p.m., cocktail reception at 4:30 p.m.) Tippecanoe Place Restaurant Try to solve the mystery of the Jingle Bell Strangler at this fun murder mystery dinner. Performance begins at 5:00 p.m., cocktail reception begins at 4:30 p.m.. Dinner and show $40+ tax. Call 574.234.9077 to make your dinner/show reservations now! Tippe.com A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas (7:00 p.m.) South Bend Civic Theatre A “missing” chapter in the beloved Little House stories sees the Ingalls family struggling with hardship and loss as they make their way to a new home. When wealthy Mrs. Starr offers to adopt Laura to soften the burden on her parents, Laura faces a daunting decision on Christmas day—should she stay or should she go? This poignant play captures the heart and characters of the famed stories. Told with humor and simple truths, the minimally staged play will celebrate the enduring bonds of family. http://sbct.org/#/show/a-laura-ingalls-wilder-christmas
MONDAY, DECEMBER 10Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 - 5:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ Holiday Wine Walk (5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) Admission: $40 per person Choose your starting point and enjoy your stroll through downtown South Bend. Receive 3 wine tastings with complimentary appetizers at each participating restaurant and free carriage rides from Dream Coach Carriages, weather permitting. Shuttle service to the East Bank courtesy of the DoubleTree Hotel's "Sweetest Ride" Van. Participating restaurants: Baker's Emporium at the DoubleTree Hotel, Ciao's Lounge, East Bank Emporium, Fiddler's Hearth Public House, LaSalle Grill, South Bend Chocolate Cafe, Sunny Italy Cafe and The Vine. *Because our local charity this month is Toys for Tots, if you bring a new toy to donate, the cost for our Holiday Wine Walk will only be $30. If you do not bring a toy, the charge will be $40 and $10 will be donated to Toys for Tots. http://www.eatdrinkdtsb.com/index.htm
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13LaSalle Grill Open for Lunch (11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.) LaSalle Grill is open for lunch during the Holiday Season! Lunch is available November 29-30th....December 6-7, December 13-14, December 19-21 and December 27-28 from 11:30am - 1:30pm. Last reservation time is 1:15! Contact them at 574-288-1155 or make a reservation online at LaSalleGrill.com. Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14LaSalle Grill Open for Lunch (11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.) LaSalle Grill is open for lunch during the Holiday Season! Lunch is available November 29-30th....December 6-7, December 13-14, December 19-21 and December 27-28 from 11:30am - 1:30pm. Last reservation time is 1:15! Contact them at 574-288-1155 or make a reservation online at LaSalleGrill.com. Holiday Afternoon Tea (2:00 - 4:00 p.m.) Tippecanoe Place Restaurant Join Tippecanoe Place for a holiday tradition. Assorted pastries and fruit bread will be served with preserves and cream along with tea sandwiches and an assorted tea selection. Tippe.com Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 - 5:30 p.m., 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ 6th Annual Santa on the Race on the East Race (4:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) Commerce Center, admission is free A wonderful holiday evening, Santa on the Race has grown to provide meals, gifts, and an evening with Santa for hundreds of our community's children at one of South Bend's finest downtown attractions, the East Race Waterway. For all the children of our community: Santa arrives on the East Race with candy for all! Also, ice sculpting, kids' Christmas crafts, hot chocolate & cookies, petting zoo, Christmas choir, Nativity scene and free carriage rides! There will also be an Elvis Christmas Concert at 6pm! http://www.santaontherace.com/ Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol (7:30 p.m.) Studio 217 (217 S. Michigan Street) One of the most enduring classics of all time comes to life in a whole new way with Scot Shepley’s one man performance of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Using the actual text of Dickens’ American lecture readings of his Carol, you’ll experience what Victorian audiences felt listening to this enchanting, and at times, dark story Tickets $5. Limited Seating .Reservations can be made by email at boxoffice@actingensemble.com or at 574-807-1018. http://www.actingensemble.com/
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15Howard Park Ice Rink (10:00 a.m. - Noon, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ Peter Rabbit's Christmas (11:00 a.m.) Studio 217 (217 S. Michigan Street) The Acting Ensemble presents Imagination Series Storytime Stage Readings for your child, your grandchild and the child in you! Peter Rabbit's Christmas by Duff Graham begins at 11am. Admission is free. http://www.actingensemble.com/ Santa House & Workshop (Noon - 6:00 p.m.) Bring your camera for free photos with Santa! Visit his workshop for free cookie decorating, activities and Gingerbread Village. Special appearance to be made by South Bend Silver Hawks mascot, Swoop. Located on the College Football Hall of Fame Campus. Snow Dome with The Grinch (Noon - 6:00 p.m.) Next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe Catch The Grinch inside the big white dome outside next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe! Santa’s Gingerbread Village (Noon - 6:00 p.m.) Santa Trolley Rides (Noon - 6:00 p.m.) Pick-up and drop-off in front of the South Bend Chocolate Cafe. Free! Hop on Santa’s trolley for a complimentary spin through downtown. A fun and easy way to get from event to event! Tree & Wreath Sale *Additional hours may be available pending tree and wreath availability West Lot at the College Football Hall of Fame. Holiday Afternoon Tea (2:00 - 4:00 p.m.) Tippecanoe Place Restaurant Join Tippecanoe Place for a holiday tradition. Assorted pastries and fruit bread will be served with preserves and cream along with tea sandwiches and an assorted tea selection. Tippe.com A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas (2:00 p.m.) South Bend Civic Theatre A “missing” chapter in the beloved Little House stories sees the Ingalls family struggling with hardship and loss as they make their way to a new home. When wealthy Mrs. Starr offers to adopt Laura to soften the burden on her parents, Laura faces a daunting decision on Christmas day—should she stay or should she go? This poignant play captures the heart and characters of the famed stories. Told with humor and simple truths, the minimally staged play will celebrate the enduring bonds of family. http://sbct.org/#/show/a-laura-ingalls-wilder-christmas South Bend Symphony Orchestra presents Home for the Holidays (8:00 p.m.) Morris Performing Arts Center A Symphony holiday tradition serving a cup of holiday cheer with The Goshen High School Choir, Susan Nelson, soprano, and The South Bend Symphony Orchestra performing festive holiday favorites. http://morriscenter.org/schedule.php?id=35
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16Santa House & Workshop (Noon - 4:00 p.m.)Bring your camera for free photos with Santa! Visit his workshop for free cookie decorating, activities and Gingerbread Village. Located on the College Football Hall of Fame Campus. Snow Dome with The Grinch (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) Next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe Catch The Grinch inside the big white dome outside next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe! Santa’s Gingerbread Village (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) Tree & Wreath Sale *Additional hours may be available pending tree and wreath availability West Lot at the College Football Hall of Fame. Howard Park Ice Rink (1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol (2:00 p.m.) Studio 217 (217 S. Michigan Street) One of the most enduring classics of all time comes to life in a whole new way with Scot Shepley’s one man performance of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Using the actual text of Dickens’ American lecture readings of his Carol, you’ll experience what Victorian audiences felt listening to this enchanting, and at times, dark story Tickets $5. Limited Seating .Reservations can be made by email at boxoffice@actingensemble.com or at 574-807-1018. http://www.actingensemble.com/ South Bend Symphony Orchestra presents Home for the Holidays (3:00 p.m.) Morris Performing Arts Center A Symphony holiday tradition serving a cup of holiday cheer with The Goshen High School Choir, Susan Nelson, soprano, and The South Bend Symphony Orchestra performing festive holiday favorites. http://morriscenter.org/schedule.php?id=35
MONDAY, DECEMBER 17Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20LaSalle Grill Open for Lunch (11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.) LaSalle Grill is open for lunch during the Holiday Season! Lunch is available November 29-30th....December 6-7, December 13-14, December 19-21 and December 27-28 from 11:30am - 1:30pm. Last reservation time is 1:15! Contact them at 574-288-1155 or make a reservation online at LaSalleGrill.com. Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21LaSalle Grill Open for Lunch (11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.) LaSalle Grill is open for lunch during the Holiday Season! Lunch is available November 29-30th....December 6-7, December 13-14, December 19-21 and December 27-28 from 11:30am - 1:30pm. Last reservation time is 1:15! Contact them at 574-288-1155 or make a reservation online at LaSalleGrill.com. Holiday Afternoon Tea (2:00 - 4:00 p.m.) Tippecanoe Place Restaurant Join Tippecanoe Place for a holiday tradition. Assorted pastries and fruit bread will be served with preserves and cream along with tea sandwiches and an assorted tea selection. Tippe.com Howard Park Ice Rink (3:00 - 5:30 p.m., 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ Santa's House & Workshop (5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) Bring your camera for free photos with Santa! Visit his workshop for free cookie decorating, activities and Gingerbread Village. Located on the College Football Hall of Fame Campus. Snow Dome with Rudolph (5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) Next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe Catch Rudolph inside the big white dome outside next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe! Santa’s Gingerbread Village (5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) Santa Trolley Rides (5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) Pick-up and drop-off in front of the South Bend Chocolate Cafe. Free! Hop on Santa’s trolley for a complimentary spin through downtown. A fun and easy way to get from event to event! Tree & Wreath Sale *Additional hours may be available pending tree and wreath availability West Lot at the College Football Hall of Fame. Roz Puppets Presents "The Magic Toy Box" (7:00 p.m.) College Football Hall of Fame Pressbox (FREE) Join Rufus and his friends to discover the magic inside their toy box. Filled with plenty of music, this free show is inside the College Football Hall of Fame Press Box.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22Howard Park Ice Rink (10:00 a.m. - Noon, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ Santa's House & Workshop (Noon - 6:00 p.m.) Bring your camera for free photos with Santa! Visit his workshop for free cookie decorating, activities and Gingerbread Village. Located on the College Football Hall of Fame Campus. Snow Dome with Rudolph (Noon - 6:00 p.m.) Next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe Catch Rudolph inside the big white dome outside next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe! Santa’s Gingerbread Village (Noon - 6:00 p.m.) Santa Trolley Rides (Noon - 6:00 p.m.) Pick-up and drop-off in front of the South Bend Chocolate Cafe. Free! Hop on Santa’s trolley for a complimentary spin through downtown. A fun and easy way to get from event to event! Tree & Wreath Sale *Additional hours may be available pending tree and wreath availability West Lot at the College Football Hall of Fame. Holiday Afternoon Tea (2:00 - 4:00 p.m.) Tippecanoe Place Restaurant Join Tippecanoe Place for a holiday tradition. Assorted pastries and fruit bread will be served with preserves and cream along with tea sandwiches and an assorted tea selection. Tippe.com
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23Holiday Brunch Buffet (11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) Fiddler's Hearth Fiddler's Hearth will offer traditional holiday fare from the old sod including: roast beef and Yorkshire pudding, roast turkey with stuffing, spiced beef, figgy pudding, and more! Brunch will be accompanied by holiday music from Amy Kercsmar and Chris O'Brien from Noon-2pm. $18 per person, $10 for kids 12 and under. Reservations recommended. Fiddler's Holiday Brunch Buffet Santa's House & Workshop (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) Bring your camera for free photos with Santa! Visit his workshop for free cookie decorating, activities and Gingerbread Village. Located on the College Football Hall of Fame Campus. Snow Dome with Rudolph (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) Next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe Catch Rudolph inside the big white dome outside next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe! Santa’s Gingerbread Village (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) Howard Park Ice Rink (1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
MONDAY, DECEMBER 24Howard Park Ice Rink (10:00 a.m. - Noon, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ Santa's House & Workshop (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) Bring your camera for free photos with Santa! Visit his workshop for free cookie decorating, activities and Gingerbread Village. Located on the College Football Hall of Fame Campus. Snow Dome with Rudolph (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) Next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe Catch Rudolph inside the big white dome outside next to the South Bend Chocolate Cafe! Santa’s Gingerbread Village (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) Santa Trolley Rides (Noon - 4:00 p.m.) Pick-up and drop-off in front of the South Bend Chocolate Cafe. Free! Hop on Santa’s trolley for a complimentary spin through downtown. A fun and easy way to get from event to event! Tree & Wreath Sale *Additional hours may be available pending tree and wreath availability West Lot at the College Football Hall of Fame.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25Howard Park Ice Rink (CLOSED) http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26Howard Park Ice Rink (10:00 a.m. - Noon, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ St. Stephen's Day Celebration (5:00 p.m. - Close) Fiddler's Hearth Costume up and join Fiddler’s for some grand merry making with live traditional music and classic holiday specials including Roast Beef & Yorkshire Pudding, Christmas Goose, Roast Turkey with Stuffing, and Figgy Pudding! Specials start at 5:00pm. Music kicks off at 8:00pm. Reservations encouraged. St. Stephen's Day at Fiddler's
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27LaSalle Grill Open for Lunch (11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.) LaSalle Grill is open for lunch during the Holiday Season! Lunch is available November 29-30th....December 6-7, December 13-14, December 19-21 and December 27-28 from 11:30am - 1:30pm. Last reservation time is 1:15! Contact them at 574-288-1155 or make a reservation online at LaSalleGrill.com. Howard Park Ice Rink (10:00 a.m. - Noon, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28Howard Park Ice Rink (10:00 a.m. - Noon, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ LaSalle Grill Open for Lunch (11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.) LaSalle Grill is open for lunch during the Holiday Season! Lunch is available November 29-30th....December 6-7, December 13-14, December 19-21 and December 27-28 from 11:30am - 1:30pm. Last reservation time is 1:15! Contact them at 574-288-1155 or make a reservation online at LaSalleGrill.com. Holiday Afternoon Tea (2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.) Tippecanoe Place Restaurant Join Tippecanoe Place for a holiday tradition. Assorted pastries and fruit bread will be served with preserves and cream along with tea sandwiches and an assorted tea selection. Tippe.com
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29Howard Park Ice Rink (10:00 a.m. - Noon, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ Holiday Afternoon Tea (2:00 - 4:00 p.m.) Tippecanoe Place Restaurant Join Tippecanoe Place for a holiday tradition. Assorted pastries and fruit bread will be served with preserves and cream along with tea sandwiches and an assorted tea selection. Tippe.com
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30Howard Park Ice Rink (1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
MONDAY, DECEMBER 31Howard Park Ice Rink (10:00 a.m. - Noon, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/ A Very Scottish New Year's Eve at Fiddler's Hearth (Party begins at 6:00 p.m.) Fiddler's Hearth ($50 per person/$90 per couple) Celebrate the new year as it arrives in Scotland Greenwich Midnight (7pm Indiana Time). Party starts at 6pm. New Year's Eve Dinner & Dance Gala featuring The Tom Milo Big Band (7:00 p.m.) Palais Royale Celebrate New Year's Eve at the PALAIS ROYALE DINNER/DANCE GALA! Again this year, the ballroom is sure to be the hottest spot in town! Join the Palais for a fine dining experience and the opportunity to ring in the New Year on the historic dance floor under the grand chandelier. By popular request, this year's event features The Tom Milo Big Band, an 18-piece big band well-known to area dance couples, playing a wide selection of music, ranging from Glenn Miller tunes of the 40's, to Frank Sinatra, to contemporary hits of artists such as Billy Joel. Many of the band members have toured with top name musicians such as Stan Kenton, Les Elgart, Duke Ellington, and others.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 1Howard Park Ice Rink (1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2Howard Park Ice Rink (10:00 a.m. - Noon, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.) Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Children, Ages 5 & under Free Skate Rental: $3 per pair/per session http://sbpark.org/parks/howard-park/howard-park-ice-rink/
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