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18th Annual Stockbridge Main Street At Christmas - October 29, 2007
The town of Stockbridge, made famous by Norman Rockwell's painting of the village during the holidays, becomes a magical New England setting decorated with holiday wreaths and festive lights, as the town celebrates the 18th annual Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas, November 30, December 1st through the 2nd.
Sponsored by the Stockbridge Chamber of Commerce, the holiday celebration offers a full range of activities, with highlights including a holiday reading at the Berkshire Theatre Festival, historic house tours, caroling, and a holiday concert.
Capping off the weekend is a recreation on Sunday of the scene depicted in Main Street at Christmas, complete with vintage automobiles parked in the spots occupied in the painting. The day's activities include horse drawn rides, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, photos with Rockwell, Roger the Jester, and much more.
The festivities celebrate Rockwell's popular depiction of what for many is the quintessential small New England Town, with all the longing for a simpler time that it represents. Rockwell began painting the popular image in 1956, but did not complete it until December 1967.
The image and character of Stockbridge has changed little over the years, thanks to the great care and affection of its residents, and it is that special ambience which draws so many visitors to this gala celebration.
For further information, please contact Barbara J. Zanetti, Stockbridge Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 224, 6 Elm Street, Stockbridge, MA 01262
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2007
Holiday Reading at the Unicorn Theatre, 7:30pm
Actors from the Berkshire Theatre Festival present a holiday reading, Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. A ghost story for Christmas adapted by Eric Hill and directed by Eric Hill and E. Gray Simons III. ".for adults.a tonic and for children it is a transfixing journey.a story that is ever of its time and ever timeless." The New York Times
Tickets $20.00 per person.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2007
Holiday House Tour, 11:00am-4:00pm
Visit some of the area's finest Historic Homes, B&B's, and Inns. This self-guided tour is one of the area's most popular events.
Tickets are $15.00 per person.
Children's Holiday Story Time at the Stockbridge Library, 11:00-11:30am
Come listen to tales of the season.
Free Admission.
Caroling & Luminaria Walk, 6:00-7:00pm
Meet in front of The Red Lion Inn, Main Street with your candle or flashlight and join the festive caroling followed by a Luminaria walk to the First Congregational Church.
Holiday Concert at the First Congregational Church, 7:30pm
Celebrate the magic of the season with a joyful holiday musical program. Featuring the Berkshire Lyric Theatre Chorus, the Blafield Children's Chorus and Gisella Montanez.
Tickets are $20.00
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2007
Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas Recreation, 12Noon-2:00pm
See Main Street as Norman Rockwell did when he painted the famous Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas. Main Street becomes a magical New England village with over 50 antique cars parked along the street and a full range of festive activities to delight the child in everyone. Enjoy Holiday Music by Monument Mountain Regional High School & the Londontown Carolers, Roger the Jester and lunch at the Christmas Food Booth. Children may create ornaments at Santa's workshop sponsored by IS183. Complete the day with a visit from Santa. Commemorative Buttons which offer admittance to Sunday's Main St. activities are $5.00 per person. Children under 12 free.
TO ORDER TICKETS
Tickets may be purchased in advance through the Stockbridge Chamber of Commerce or in person the week of the events at The Red Lion Inn. Mail: P.O. Box 224 Stockbridge, MA, 01262, Website: www.stockbridgechamber.org
GROUP TOURS
Are welcome to all activities. Please note that this is a fund-raiser, therefore the stated rates apply. There are no complimentary tickets/buttons for coach and reservations are only accepted with full payment. Advance orders may be purchased by check or cash. Cash is the only acceptable payment for purchases made during the week of the event. Buses wishing to partake in the house tour should contact the chamber office for instruction. Parking on Sunday should be at the Town Hall on West Main Street. The Main Street is closed to traffic 11:30am-2pm. If you wish to drop-off or pick-up passengers on Main Street, you should do so before 11:30am and after 2pm. After 11:30am and before 2pm passengers will need to walk to and from the Town Hall parking lot.
PARKING
Please note that on Sunday there is no parking on Main Street to 2pm. Parking is available on West & East Main Street, Elm Street and the Austin Riggs Center parking lot. Antique car owners will be directed upon arrival.
Directions to Stockbridge:
From Boston-Mass.Turnpike (Rte. 90) West to Exit 2, Rte. 102 West to Stockbridge.
From New York City-Taconic State Parkway North to Rte. 23 East to Great Barrington, Rte. 7 North to Stockbridge.
From Albany-New York State Thruway East (Rte. 90) to Exit B3, Rte. 22 South to Rte. 102 East to Stockbridge.
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