Santa Claus has started coming to towns in the Upper Valley. The jolly giant will be appearing at various holiday fairs and celebrations over the next few weeks. Email additions and updates to calendar@vnews.com.
Dec. 15
Pancake Breakfast with Santa in Norwich
8:30-11 a.m.
Norwich Grange, 344 Main St.
Pancakes, real maple syrup, coffee and a visit with Santa. Hosted by Mascoma Bank as part of the 19 Days of Norwich to benefit Upper Valley Haven. Admission is by donation. 802-649-1602.
Breakfast With Santa and his Elves in Bradford, Vt.
9-11 a.m.
Bradford Congregational Church, 145 Main St.
Pancake breakfast, slice of bacon, fruit and a beverage, along with horse-drawn wagon rides, free face painting and a raffle. Proceeds benefit the Bradford Fair. Admission is $3 per person or $10 for a family of four. 802-222-4053.
Visit From Santa in East Thetford
9-11 a.m.
Wells River Savings Bank, 3088 Route 5.
Free photos with Santa, along with milk and cookies. 802-785-2980.
Visit From Santa in East Corinth
1-3 p.m.
Buik Farm, 640 Village Road.
Includes caroling, sledding, hot cocoa and cookies. Co-hosted by the East Corinth Congregational Church. 802-439-5870.
Skate With Santa in White River Junction
4:15-5:30 p.m.
Wendell A. Barwood Arena, 451 Highland Ave.
Holiday music and a treat from Santa. Ice skate rentals are available. 802-295-5036.
Dec. 16
Beaver Meadow Chapel Christmas Service in Norwich
3 p.m.
Beaver Meadow Chapel, Beaver Meadow Road
This year’s service includes a Christmas puppet show, with local performers, about the Grinch and how he is foiled by the spirit of the holidays. A potluck holiday feast follows at 5:30 p.m. at the Beaver Meadow Schoolhouse, with an appearance by Santa. Donations support the 19 Days of Norwich & Beyond fundraising effort to benefit Upper Valley Haven. 802-649-1668.
Dec. 20
Newport Sunshine Initiative Christmas Celebration in Newport
5-7 p.m.
Richards Free Library, 58 N. Main St.
Food, games and a visit from Santa. Learn more about the Newport Sunshine Initiative, what it has done in its first year and how to get involved. Visit facebook.com/NewportSunshine to learn more. 603-454-4318.
Dec. 21
“Polar Express” Party in Wells River
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Pulaski Masonic Lodge, 37 Main St.
Baldwin Library and Pulaski Masonic Lodge co-host a reading of the classic children’s story The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg, featuring a mystery reader in an atmospheric setting, cocoa and cookies, and a visit from Santa. 802-757-2693.
Dec. 22
Skate With Santa in Woodstock
5:40-7 p.m.
Union Arena, 80 Amsden Way
Includes a special performance by the Union Arena Skating Club, as well as a benefit bake sale and raffle. $5-6 admission. 4 and under free. 802-457-2500.
Christmas Concert in Claremont
7-8 p.m.
Mitchell’s Magic Christmas, 16 Francis St.
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Judy Pancoast performs a holiday concert at Mitchell’s Magic Christmas, a 50,000-light synchronized display. For all ages. Santa will also be on hand to take part in the festivities. Donations benefit David’s House. For more information, visit ClaremontChristmasLights.com. 603-542-9388.
