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ONGOING: NEWBURYPORT, From High Seas to Safe Harbors . A new exhibition at the Cushing House (the Museum of Old Newbury) chronicles the city’s maritime history during the Golden Age of Sail. Learn the stories of ships’ captains and their families, and view treasures from their voyages. Open by appointment after October 31 and during the winter, until tours resume in May. 978-462-2681; newburyhistory.org

THROUGH NOV. 29: GLOUCESTER, John Sloan: Gloucester Days . The Cape Ann Museum exhibits 35 paintings created by “Ashcan School” artist John French Sloan during five summers spent in the region. 978-283-0455; capeannmuseum.org

NOV. 6–8: BOSTON, Christmas Festival . In addition to the great shopping opportunity presented by 300 master craftsmen gathered at the Seaport World Trade Center, see top chefs create gingerbread masterpieces, to be judged by a celebrity panel and sold, with proceeds benefitting an area nonprofit. 617358-5000; bostonchristmasfestival.com

NOV. 7–8: FRANKLIN COUNTY, 21st CiderDays

Celebrate apples in all their varied splendor with two days of orchard tours, cidermaking, tastings, workshops, and much more. See the website for locations and schedule. 413-773-5463; ciderdays.org

NOV. 13–14: REHOBOTH, Folk Art & Artisans Show . This annual event at Francis Farm draws 70 exhibitors displaying their finely crafted wares just in time for holiday shopping. 508-252-3031; carpentermuseum.org

NOV. 20–22: PLYMOUTH, America’s Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration . The history of Thanksgiving is brought to life as Pilgrims, Native Americans, soldiers, patriots, and pioneers climb out of the history books and onto the city’s streets for a parade representing the holiday’s chronology, as well as a harvest farmers’ market, historic village re enactment, food festival, concerts, and more. 508-746-1818; usathanksgiving.com

NOV. 25–DEC. 20: LOWELL, “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Radio Play ” The heartwarming holiday classic is performed as a 1940s radio show, with sound effects performed live on the Merrimack Repertory Theatre stage. 978-654-4678; mrt.org

NOV. 25–29, DEC. 2–JAN. 3: SPRINGFIELD, Bright Nights at Forest Park . Experience one of the region’s largest light shows, with more than 600,000 orbs illuminating the threemile route. Drive with the radio tuned to the musical simulcast as you observe the various holiday scenes. brightnights.org

NOV. 27–28: WEST TISBURY, 19th Vineyard Artisans Thanksgiving Festival . This shopping extravaganza at Agricultural Hall is the largest annual art show by islanders. Meet the crafters and buy one-of-a-kind and handmade items, including sweaters, soaps, leather and vintage-material bags, wooden cutting boards, and more. vineyard artisans.com

DEC. 4–6, 11–13, 18–20: STURBRIDGE, Christmas by Candlelight. Experience the magic of a candlelit New England township while learning about the history of Christmas traditions at historic Old Sturbridge Village. Take a horse-drawn sleigh ride, sip hot cider, sing carols, and more. 800-733-1830; osv.org

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DEC. 4–6: FALMOUTH, Holidays by the Sea . This charming seaside town embraces the season with Friday-night caroling at Nobska Lighthouse in Woods Hole, followed by a weekend that includes a pancake breakfast, raffle, the arrival of Santa by brightly painted trawler, a 5K “Jingle Jog” with runners in holiday garb, and a tree lighting on the village green. 508548-8500; falmouthchamber.com

DEC. 11–13, 18–23: CAMBRIDGE, Harvard Square Holiday Fair. Two locations this year: the first weekend at the Atrium upstairs at 50 Church St.; the second in the lower hall at St. Paul’s Church, 29 Mt. Auburn St. It’s a juried fair featuring great gift items; admission is free. 413-625-9779; harvardsquareholidayfair.com

DEC. 17, 20: BOSTON, Bach Christmas . Join the Handel & Haydn Society at New England Conservatory’s Jordan Hall for a trio of Bach holiday cantatas, including the beloved “Sleepers Awake.” 617-266-3605; handel andhaydn.org

DEC. 31: CHATHAM, 25th First Night Celebration

The town’s annual New Year’s Eve festivities include more than 70 performances and events townwide, including kids’ activities, community suppers, and more. firstnight chatham.com

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NOV. 7–8: STATEWIDE, Open Doors. This annual shopping and touring event encourages rambling. Download the tour map and plan your outing, meeting area artists and crafters in their studios, sampling local products, and overnighting at a charming historic inn. nhopendoors.com

NOV. 11: TROY, Fall Family Farm Day. Savor the season with a hands-on experience at scenic East Hill Farm. Milk a cow, groom a pony, collect eggs from the hens, and enjoy arts and crafts activities and a campfire for making s’mores. Reservations are required. 800-2426495; east-hill-farm.com

NOV. 14: CHARLESTOWN, Harvest Dinner

This all-volunteer operation is both a yearend cele bration and a major fundraiser for The Fort at No. 4, a living-history museum highlighting 18th-century life on the New England frontier. Featuring homemade and locally sourced foods, live music, a silent auction, and other festivities. Reservations are required; visit the website for details. 603826-5700; fortat4.org

NOV. 22: GREENLAND, 25th Annual Craft Fair & Pie Festival. A pastry spectacular, serving up some 550 delicious pies at Greenland School. Enjoy the luncheon café, the works of more than 100 crafters and artisans, music, and a raffle. greenlandwomensclub.org

NOV. 28–29: LACONIA, Lakes Region Holiday Arts & Craft Fair. Gift buying is easy with 75 exhibitors presenting a wide selection of items, including jewelry, gourmet foods, décor, quilts, handbags, photography, and more at Opechee Conference Center. Live music, good food, and a raffle benefiting animal rescue round out the fun. joycescraftshows.com

NOV. 28: NASHUA, Holiday Stroll . This muchanticipated annual event includes a candlelit walk led by Santa Claus, the lighting of the city tree, food vendors, a snowboarding rail jam, and other diverse entertainment. downtown nashua.org

DEC. 5, 12: CANTERBURY, Christmas at Canterbury Shaker Village . Celebrate the simple delights of the holidays with a candlelight stroll through the village or a ride in a horsedrawn sleigh, along with a play, a magic show, caroling, craft activities for the kids, and the “Gingerbread Spectacular.” 603-783-9511; shakers.org

DEC. 5: MANCHESTER, Santa Claus Shuffle Road Race & Christmas Parade. It’s a sight to see as runners decked out in Santa gear sprint, walk, or shuffle their way to the finish line near Veterans Park, where the holiday parade steps off soon after. milleniumrunning.com

DEC. 5–6, 12–13, 19–20: PORTSMOUTH, Candlelight Stroll at Strawbery Banke. Find your holiday spirit as you visit the homes and buildings of historic Strawbery Banke Museum, meeting costumed reenactors. Enjoy the sounds of caroling, the sight of thousands of handcrafted decorations amid the flicker of candle lanterns, and the thrill of a horse-drawn sleigh ride. 603-433-1100; strawberybanke.org

DEC. 9–20: PORTSMOUTH, “Irving Berlin’s White Christmas: The Musical .” The Music Hall presents the Ogunquit Playhouse production of Irving Berlin’s classic about a pair of World War II veterans who take their successful song-and-dance act to a Vermont lodge, where two beautiful singing sisters catch their eye. Featuring well-known standards including “Sisters” and the perennial favorite, “White Christmas.” 603-436-2400; themusic hall.org

DEC. 12: BRETTON WOODS, 3rd Annual Mountainfilm World Tour. Filmmakers and enthusiasts from around the world converge at the Omni Mount Washington Resort to celebrate mountain life. Subjects range from extreme sports to environmental awareness and everything in between. 603-278-1000; omnihotels .com/hotels/bretton-woods-mount-washington

DEC. 12–13: WHITE MOUNTAINS REGION, Inn to Inn Cookie Tour. Journey from inn to inn on a self-guided tour, enjoying holiday décor and sampling their signature sweet treats along the way. Collect recipes for your favorites, and know that event proceeds benefit local nonprofits. 603-356-2642; countryinnsin thewhitemountains.com

DEC. 31: WOLFEBORO, First Night Celebration Purchase a button at one of several area venues and locations for admission to the family-friendly activities running from afternoon into evening. Plenty of music, games, and crafts, plus a parade, culminating in a fireworks display over Lake Winnipesaukee. firstnight.wolfeboro.net

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ONGOING: NEWPORT, Newport History Tours

A joint partnership of the Newport Historical Society and the Newport Restoration Foundation, November and December offerings include “Discover Colonial Newport,” “Rum and Revolution,” “Golden to Gilded,” and, of course, the “Holiday Lantern Tour.” Tours are on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays; check the website for schedules and locations. 401-8418770; newporthistorytours.org

NOV. 6–8: PAWTUCKET, 20th Fine Furnishings Show. More than 50 exhibitors and 80 artists and crafters gather at the Pawtucket Armory Arts Center, where you’ll see works ranging from traditional to modern, along with new products, demonstrations, door prizes, music, and more. 401-816-0963; finefurnishings shows.com

NOV. 7–DEC. 31: PROVIDENCE, “A Christmas

Carol.” A family holiday tradition returns to the Chace Theater stage. Grumpy, greedy Ebenezer Scrooge is inspired to change his ways when visited by three Christmas ghosts. 401-351-4242; trinityrep.com

NOV. 20–DE C. 20: WOONSOCKET, The Polar Express. ’Tis the season for a magical adventure onboard this 90-minute train ride departing from Depot Square, inspired by Chris Van Allsburg’s Christmas classic. 401495-1213; blackstonevalleypolarexpress.com

NOV. 27–29: FOSTER, Christmas in the Valley Holiday Craft Show. This juried arts and crafts show held at the Foster Country Club boasts unique handcrafted items and fine art, along with live music, a raffle (bring a nonperishable food item to donate in return for a free raffle ticket), restaurant specials, and a Sunday visit from Santa. christmasinthevalleyri.com

DEC. 3–6: WICKFORD VILLAGE, 30th Annual Festival of Lights . Stroll the historic village amid holiday lights as the shops stay open late for the season. See Santa arrive at the town dock aboard the Sea Princess ; then it’s on to the tree lighting, caroling, hayrides, and more. wickfordvillage.org

DEC. 3–6, 11–13: PAWTUCKET, Holiday Show

A cooperative of more than 60 artists comes together each year to present the Foundry Artists Association’s holiday show at the Pawtucket Armory Arts Center. Featured items include ceramics, handmade books, fine fiber art, hats, handbags, unique jewelry, and food. foundryshow.com

DEC. 5: NEWPORT, Bowen’s Wharf Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. Bring the whole family to see Frosty the Snowman, Santa, and Mrs. Claus during an evening of Christmas cheer. Don’t miss the carol sing-along and the tree lighting—plus, leave time time for shopping, as local merchants stay open late. bowens wharf.com

DEC. 6: CRANSTON, Christmas Open House. Both the Governor Sprague Mansion and the Joy Homestead will be decorated in Victorianstyle holiday finery: with vintage ornaments and collectibles at the Mansion, and in the simple style of an 1800s family farm at the Homestead. Enjoy music, homemade cookies, and holiday beverages, too. 401-9449226; cranstonhistoricalsociety.org

DEC. 6, 12, 13, 27, 29: LINCOLN, Candlelight Tour at Hearthside . They call it “the house that love built,” so what better way to view Hearthside than by the romantic flicker of candlelight on a crisp winter’s evening. 401726-0597; hearthsidehouse.org

DEC. 18–20: PROVIDENCE: “The Nutcracker.” Festival Ballet Providence brings a timeless classic to the Providence Performing Arts Center stage. With beautiful sets, elegant choreography, and world-class dancers, the familiar tale of Clara and her prince appeals to young and old alike. 401-421-2787; ppacri.org

DEC. 20: WESTERLY, Christmas Pops . The 200-member Chorus of Westerly joins the Pops Orchestra in their annual salute to the season with two concerts at George Kent Performance Hall, featuring traditional favorites such as “Sleigh Ride” and “White Christmas.” chorusofweste rly.org

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THROUGH JAN. 3: SHELBURNE, Thirteen artists were paired with Vermont Land Trust properties for one year, and from that pairing comes a harvest of artworks in a variety of styles, on display at the Shelburne Museum’s Pizzagalli Center for Art & Edu cation. 802-985-3346; shelburnemuseum.org

NOV. 6: RUTLAND, “Buddy Guy.”

Theatre welcomes six-time Grammy winner and Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Buddy Guy, a bona fide blues legend. His new studio album, Born to Play Guitar songs dedicated to his old friends, including B. B. King and Muddy Waters. 0903; paramountvt.org

NOV. 20–22: BURLINGTON, Craft Vermont. This premier juried show of fine Vermont crafters returns to the Sheraton Conference Center, where numerous booths showcasing one-of-akind pieces in aromatherapy, baskets, ceram ics, art, furniture, glass, jewelry, and more are sure to delight. vermonthandcrafters.com

NOV. 27–29: PUTNEY, Craft Tour. Make your way to the studios of 26 artists, and see first hand where unique objects and fine art are created amid the region’s inspirational beauty. putneycrafts.com

NOV. 28–29: BARRE, 35th Winter Festival of Vermont Crafters. Some 120 artisans gather at Barre Municipal Auditorium, offering quality items just in time for gift-giving season. Free admission, raffles, and a visit from Santa, too. 802-426-3221; greaterbarrecraftguild.com

NOV. 28–JAN. 2: MANCHESTER, Manchester Merriment. All kinds of holiday fun: special inn tours, cookie tastings, champion shop ping opportunities, and much more. Plus, don’t miss the Lighted Tractor Parade, and if you’ve got kids, it’s all aboard the Lions Club’s Elf Express vintage railway cars for musical performances by Santa’s helpers. 802-3626313; visitmanchestervt.com

DEC. 1–31: MANCHESTER, A Victorian Christmas at Hildene. Tour the beautiful country estate that was once home to Robert Todd Lincoln while it’s decorated for Christmas circa 1912. Sights, sounds, and scents of the season abound. 802-362-1788; hildene.org

DEC. 5: PLYMOUTH NOTCH, Coolidge Holiday Open House . The quaint village is the backdrop for this Christmas tradition, featuring the bedecked birthplace of President Calvin Coolidge, old-time music, sleigh rides, craft demonstrations, kids’ activities, lunch, and more. 802-672-3773; historicsites.vermont.gov

DEC. 5: WESTON, Christmas in Weston. Visit with Santa at the Vermont Country Store, ride in a horse-drawn wagon, and take advantage of plenty of tempting foods for sale, plus shows, music, and caroling throughout downtown, culminating in the lighting of the town tree at dusk. westonvt.com

DEC. 9–13: BURLINGTON, “Winter Tales.” The Flynn Center hosts the 11th installment of this winter story event, featuring brand-new tales from members of the Burlington Writers Workshop, poetry by the Young Writers Project, and songs written and performed by Patti Casey. 802-863-5966; flynntix.org

DEC. 11–13: WOODSTOCK, Winter Wassail Weekend . Music, home tours, and dramatic readings set the stage for the Wassail Parade, a production featuring some 50 horses and riders decked out in holiday costumes and

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DEC. 20: BURLINGTON, Winter’s Eve Celebration . Step back in time for an evening of fun at the homestead of Ethan and Fanny Allen, complete with dances and live music at the 18th Century Tavern, historical demonstrations, hands-on crafts, and a lantern-lit tour, complete with historical reenactors. 802-865-4556; ethanallenhomestead.org

DEC. 31: LUDLOW, Family’s New Year’s Eve. At Okemo Mountain Resort, enjoy ice skating, snowtubing, snowshoeing, mountaincoaster rides, horse-drawn wagon rides, cookie decorating, and fireworks. Families can ring in the New Year with a DJ dance party, and still get the kids to bed early enough that they’ll be awake and ready to hit the slopes in the morning. okemo.com

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