Our monthly 8 Great Things is looking very festive this month! Take a look and find some wonderful holiday memories to make on the South Coast!
1. A Cool Light Show in an Awe-Inspiring Venue
If you've been inside St. Anthony of Padua Church in the North End, you know how amazing it is. Now, imagine it hosting a 3-D projection light show, combining art, light and music. Free. December 7 at 5 pm. 78 Nye St, New Bedford. More here.
2. Peek Inside Some Holiday Homes!
It's like being in a Hallmark movie when you visit the historic New Bedford homes all decked out in their holiday finery. We love this annual tradition! December 8, starting at 11 am. $25 for members/ $30 for non-members. More here.
3. Did Someone Say Cookies?
We are serious about good cookies and here's a fun way to indulge. First, the Coastal Foodshed is hosting an after hours event to raise money for their Farm to Food Relief program (sliding scale, pay what you can). December 12, 6 to 9 pm at Kilburn Mill. 127 West Rodney French Boulevard, New Bedford. More here. 
4. Map the Night Sky
Join the Westport Land Trust to view the Geminid Meteor Shower. You bring the sense of adventure. They'll provide a brief intro to winter stargazing and some binoculurs. Free. December 13 from 7:30 to 9 pm. Sign up here.
5. The Holiday Pops Extravaganza
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra makes its Holiday Pops a beloved tradition for us (and so many others). Don't miss it this year! There will be music, some singalongs, and....Santa. December 15 at 3:30 and 7:00. Tickets from $20. More here.
6. Wickets Wonderland
Head on over to Onset for a quick boat ride over to Wickets Island where you'll climb the stairs to enjoy the 360 degree view from the top, along with fireside treats and hot chocolate to celebrate the winter solstice with the Buzzards Bay Coalition. Free. December 20 from 4 to 7.
7. Burn the Yuletide Log
Or celebrate the solstice with the Westport Land Trust with a stroll into the woods, gathering greens to burn alongside the Yule Log. Free. December 20 from 4:15 to 6. More here.
8. Have a Holly Trolley Christmas
Jump on the Fall River trolley and enjoy caroling and festive activities for all ages! What a fun way to spend the Sunday afternoon before Christmas! Free. December 22 from 3 to 6 pm. Various locations in Fall River. More here.
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