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Black FridayNovember 29

Small Business SaturdayNovember 30

26th Annual Sparkle CelebrationDecember 6 – 15

L.L.Bean Northern Lights Celebration

November 22 – December 31

Presented by:

SPARKLECELEBRATION.com

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L.L.Bean Northern lights celebration

November 22 to December 31, 2019 at our flagship campus in Freeport, Maine.

From forested trails of twinkling lights to visits with Santa and his reindeer, there’s magic to be found at L.L.Bean this holiday

season. Find out more at llbean.com/northernlights

shop small saturday

Saturday, november 30 Freeport’s locally-owned business scene

is flourishing with lovely boutiques filled with unique clothing, toys, home decor, kitchenware, jewelry, handbags,

pet supplies, high-end consignment, books, culinary goods, furniture, gifts, outdoor

gear and so much more! Visitfreeport.com for more information.

Friday, november 29 Freeport is a beautiful coastal village

known all over for world-class shopping. From premium international brands to unique local finds, Freeport has it all. Our shops will open their doors early for you to discover great merchandise

and special holiday deals - but remember, L.L.Bean is always open! visitfreeport.com

for more information.

decorating contest

Explore Freeport during the holiday decorating contest and

vote for your favorite at: facebook.com/freeportmaine

- Events -View the full schedule of events at sparklecelebration.com

- Signature events -Visit Freeport’s Parade of Lights

FRI 12/6, 6PM | Main St. from Maple Ave. to Grove St.RAIN OR SHINE! Main St. comes alive with twinkling lights & song. Concludes with

Santa bringing Visit Freeport’s Talking Christmas Tree to life!

Visit Freeport’s Famous Talking Christmas TreeFRI 12/6, 6:30PM-8PM | SAT 12/7 & 12/14,10AM-4PM | SUN 12/8 & 12/15, 10AM-4PM | On the corner of Main & Bow St.

The joyful spirit of the holidays brings our twinkling, Talking Christmas Tree to life! Come have a chat! Our heartfelt thanks to the Reaves family for their beautiful Balsam Fir.

Visit Freeport’s Holiday Decorating Contest ALL DAY, EVERY DAY | Town-Wide

Enjoy the great displays & vote for your favorite at facebook.com/freeportmaine!

Visit Freeport’s Stealth Elf MON 12/9 - FRI 12/13

New for 2019! Some of Santa’s elves are coming to town to find jolly shoppers & reward them with gift cards from Freeport businesses! Each lucky shopper’s picture

will be featured on Visit Freeport’s Facebook page!

Visit Freeport’s Sparkle Market SAT12/14, 10am-5pm | SUN 12/15, 10am-4pm | Inside 42-46 Main St. & the historic Bartol Library, 55 Main St.

New for 2019! Dozens of Maine artists & makers with gifts perfect for giving this holiday season. Kids craft stations, story times, activities & and more!

- Repeating Events -L.L.Bean’s Northern Lights Celebration

DAILY, 9am-9pm | Discovery Park & in the Flagship StoreExplore the twinkling lights of the Discovery Forest, get cozy in the Warming Hut,

or go on The Holiday Plaid-venture. Visit the Model Train Village, or follow the WinterKids StoryWalk through the enchanted forest.

Free Mulled Apple Cider at SKORDOFRI 12/6 & 12/13 | SAT 12/7 & 12/14 | SUN 12/8 & 12/15

10am-5pm | 32 Main St.Holiday gifts from spice sets & local linens to infused maple syrup & recipe kits.

Make Your Own Cozy Cottage at Wilbur’s of Maine Chocolate Confections

FRI 12/6, 4pm & 5:30pm | SAT 12/7, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm | SUN 12/8, 11am, 1pm, 2:30pm | 174 Lower Main St.

Decorate a festive chocolate house. Pre-payment & rsvn required. Cost is $27 per house. 207-865-4071

Happy Hour at EllieAnna Gift ShopFRI 12/6 & 12/13, 4pm-6pm | 114 Main St.

Join us for a complimentary glass of wine & say SPARKLE to get 20% off 1 item!

Visit Santa & His Reindeer at L.L.BeanFRI 12/6 & 12/13, 4pm-8pm | SAT 12/7 & 12/14 | SUN 12/8 &

12/15 | 12pm-6pm | Discovery Park Complimentary hot cocoa after your visit to Santa’s post-and-beam workshop.

Holly Jolly Movie Night at L.L.Bean FRI 12/6 & 12/13, 7pm | Flagship Store Camping Atrium

A different festive family favorite each Fri night.

The Home Time Radio Hour at Freeport Performing Arts Center

FRI 12/6 & SAT 12/7, 7:30pm | SUN 12/8, 2:30pm | 30 Holbrook St.Freeport Players present Radio Classics, tales & music. $10-20, rsvn fcponline.org

Night Tree at Wolfe’s Neck Center SAT 12/7 & 12/14, Hourly 9am-2pm | 184 Burnett Rd. Inspired by Eve Bunting’s Night Tree. Story time & decorating tasty pine cone

treats for animals, followed by a short hike to leave the treats in the woods. $5 pp, rsvn wolfesneckcenter.org

Christmas Open House at EllieAnna Gift ShopSAT 12/7 & 12/15, 10am-6pm | 114 Main St.

Wear Plaid for 10% off all Christmas decor. Leggings are $10!

Free Showing of The Polar Express at the Nordica Theatre

SAT 12/7 & 12/14, 10am | Freeport Village StationSuggested donation: food items for the Freeport Community Services food pantry.

British Goods Tasting at Bridgham & CookSAT 12/7 & 12/14 | SUN 12/8 & 12/15 | 10am-1pm | 123 Main St.

Serving teas & assorted biscuits, scones & other holiday favorites from the the UK.

Storytime & Kids’ Crafts at L.L.BeanSAT 12/7 & 12/14, 10:30am-2pm | Flagship Store Kid’s Dept

Learn more llbean.com/freeport

Free Horse Drawn Wagon Rides at L.L.Bean SAT 12/7 & 12/14 | SUN 12/8 & 12/15 | 3pm-7pm | 95 Main St.

View the festive lights along Main St. at a slower pace. Wagons depart regularly from in front of the Flagship Store.

Paracord Bracelet Making at L.L.Bean Kid’s DeptSAT 12/7 & 12/14, 5pm-7pm | 95 Main St.

Learn more llbean.com/freeport

Adventure Movie Night at L.L.Bean SAT 12/7 & 12/14, 7pm-8pm | Flagship Store Camping Atrium

Learn more llbean.com/freeport

Family Adventure Walks with L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs

SUN 12/8 & 12/15, 10amWeekly locations & sign up: llbean.com/freeport

- Friday, December 6 -Carol Ann Szafranski at R.D. Allen

Freeport Jewelers 1pm-5pm | 13 Middle St.

Meet beloved Maine artist & children’s book author/illustrator. Enjoy her moose, penguins, puffins, polar bears, & lighthouses on cards, prints, books. Sales,

specials, refreshments.

Free Cookies & Hot Cocoa at Freeport Community Services 6:30pm | 53 Depot St.

Stop by after the parade to warm up & enjoy complimentary cookies & hot cocoa!

Toys for Tots Fundraiser at Stars & Stripes Brewing Company

5pm-8pm | 8 Varney Rd. Bring a new unwrapped toy to donate. Live music, complimentary snacks, great beer!

- Saturday, December 7 -Mini Family Photo Sessions with

Sharyn Peavey Photography9:30am-3:30pm | Freeport Village

Your family photo shoot in the magical setting of Freeport’s Sparkle Celebration. 20 min sessions: sharynpeavey.com

American Bead Collection Trunk Show at R.D. Allen Freeport Jewelers

10am-6pm | 13 Middle St. Fun, specials, sales, new releases, refreshments & more.

Crafternoon at Freeport Community Library10:30am-12:30pm | 10 Library Dr.

Ages 5 & up choose 1 of the awesome free craft projects provided by Island Treasure Toys. Freeportlibrary.com

28th Annual Worldwide Tuba Concert at Freeport Performing Arts Center

2pm | 30 Holbrook St. Free annual music concert celebrating those who play, teach & compose music

for instruments in the tuba family.

- Monday, December 9 - Boat & Tote Bag Painting at L.L.Bean

7pm-9pm | 95 Main St.2 hr class with guest artist. Take home your own custom tote. $49. Spaces

limited. llbean.com/freeport.

- Thursday, December 12 -Pet Night at L.L.Bean Discovery Park

6pm-9pm | 95 Main St.Bring your best buddies for a special night out just for them!

Learn more llbean.com/freeport

Fly Tying at L.L.Bean Hunting & Fishing Store 7pm-8pm | 95 Main St.

With Outdoor Discovery Programs. Learn more llbean.com/freeport

Casco Bay Tummlers Holiday Show at Cadenza 7pm-9pm | 5 Depot St.

Eastern European Jewish party music & Yiddish folk songs. $12 advance | $15 at door

- Saturday, December 14 -Cookie Decorating at Casco Bay

Cutlery & Kitchenware 1pm-4pm | 5 Depot St.

Decorate cookies using the Progressive deco bulb & Nordic Ware pans. Gift wrapping to benefit Midcoast Humane. Complimentary hot chocolate & coffee.

Pat Colwell & The Soul Sensations - A Motown Christmas at Cadenza

7:30pm-9:30pm | 5 Depot St.Soulful versions of classic Christmas carols. $20 advance | $25 at door

- Sunday, December 15 - Meet Santa at Wilbur’s of

Maine Chocolate Confections2pm-4pm | 174 Lower Main St.

Bring your littles to Wilbur’s for a nice QUIET, stress-free visit with Santa! Event is free, photos are encouraged!

*most events are free unless otherwise noted.