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Welcome winter. December 2014 E-newsletter

Though the weather outside is getting frightful, our hearts are warm as we celebrate the arrival of the holiday season in Durham Region. December is filled with delightful activities for the whole family to enjoy, whether you're craving some culture and tradition, or an exciting outdoor adventure. Grab a glass of eggnog, and read on to find out what's happening in your community. To see all of the family friendly events taking place in Durham Region this month, visit the Durham Tourism events calendar.  

DATCA award winner
DURHAM REGION
CONGRATS DATCA WINNERS!

It was a spectacular night on Nov. 27, when Durham Region's most inspiring creative leaders were celebrated at the fourth annual Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards (DATCA). Learn more about the award recipients and other highlights from the awards ceremony held at the Heydenshore Pavilion in Whitby.

 

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Christmas decorations
DURHAM REGION
TRIM THE TREE       

A favourite holiday tradition! Few memories are as special as hunting for the perfect tree with the family at a local farm. Durham Farm Fresh farms invite you to go out in the field and cut your own, or shop through the rows of pre-cut selections until you find the perfect tree for your home. 

 

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Christmas gifts
DURHAM REGION
THE PERFECT GIFT

Surprise your loved ones this year with the perfect gifts! Durham Region is home to many charming boutiques that come alive during the holiday season. With unique, one-of-a-kind finds at every twist and turn, you'll find something special for everyone on your list from the art enthusiast, to the fashionista, to the one who has everything!

 
 
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Carollers
CLARINGTON
CHRISTMAS MOONLIGHT MAGIC       

Start your holiday season with some Christmas Moonlight Magic! On Dec. 5, enjoy live entertainment, singing Christmas carols and the lighting of the Christmas tree in historic downtown Bowmanville. This magical night includes: horse-drawn wagon rides, hot drinks and Christmas goodies in local stores, the musical sounds of the Olde Fashioned Carollers, visits with Santa and his elves, and more! For other tree lighting events, visit the Durham Tourism events calendar.

 

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Cinechats
OSHAWA
CINECHATS FILM FESTIVAL

Experience the Cinechats Film Festival - an acclaimed weekly series of the best motion pictures from around the world! Movie buffs will enjoy seeing thought-provoking, award-calibre films, and are invited to participate in lively conversations following each film. It's Durham Regions version of TIFF! Check it out every Thursday night at the Durham College/UOIT campus.

 

Maria de Medeiros in "Il Compleanno" ["David's Birthday"] (Italy, 2009) (photo courtesy of Zen Zero films) 

 

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DURHAM REGION
RING IN THE NEW YEAR

Out with the old, and in with the New Year! 2014 has been a year to remember, but come Dec. 31, Durham Region will be ready to celebrate the start of 2015. Enjoy family fun, live entertainment, interactive experiences, ice skating and so much more as we celebrate the start of a brand new year. Visit the Durham Tourism events calendar to find celebrations near you.

  
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What's happening in Durham Region

Dec. 1 to 14                                      

Santa Train Rides

Uxbridge Train Station

Dec. 1 to 20                                      

Colour of Life Art Show and Sale

62 Old Kingston Rd., Pickering Village

Dec.1                                      

It's all relative

Station Gallery, Whitby 

Dec. 2 to 20 

Scugog Council for the Arts Annual Holiday "Sparkle Sale"

SCA Gallery, Port Perry

Dec. 2  

An Evening Celebrating Unity & Diversity

Ajax Public Library, Main Branch

Dec. 4 to 6                                      

Renovations: a Comedy

Uxbridge Music Hall

Dec. 4, 11 and 18                                       

Cinechats Film Festival

UOIT/ Durham College Campus

Dec. 5 to 7                                      

Trouble in PantoLand

Town Hall 1873 Centre for Performing Arts, Scugog 

Dec. 5 to 6                                      

County Town Singers 47th Annual Christmas Concert

Hebron Church, Whitby

Dec. 5 to 7                                       

Pickering Swim Club, Lisa Flood Swim Meet

Pickering Recreation Complex

Dec.5                                      

Whitby Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting

Whitby Public Library

Dec. 5                                      

Christmas Moonlight Magic and Tree Lighting

Historic Downtown Bowmanville

Dec. 5                                      

Annual Tree Lighting and Fireworks Event

Esplanade Park, Pickering

Dec. 5                                      

Canadian Automotive Museum Holiday Open House

Canadian Automotive Museum, Oshawa  

Dec. 5                                     

RMG Fridays

The Robert McLaughlin Gallery, Oshawa

Dec. 5                                      

Monday Morning Singers Christmas Concert

St. Paul's Anglican Church, Uxbridge

Dec. 5                                      

Bluesy Christmas Party

St. Francis Centre, Ajax

Dec. 6 to 21                                      

Visit with Santa at the Farm

Pingle's Farm Market, Hampton  

Dec. 6                                      

Scugog Council for the Arts exhibition and reception

181 Perry St., Port Perry

Dec. 6                                      

Port Perry Santa Claus Parade

Downtown Port Perry

Dec. 6                                      

Annual Lamplight Tour

Lakeview Park, Oshawa

Dec. 7                                      

BFO Brunch with Santa

Oshawa Curling Club

Dec. 7                                      

Children's Old Fashioned Christmas

Pioneer Village, Port Perry

Dec. 7                                      

Christmas in the Village - Winter in the Woods

Pickering Museum Village

Dec. 7                                      

Milk and Splatters Baby and Me Painting Sessions

37 Bagot St., Oshawa

Dec. 7                                      

18th Annual Candle Light Memorial Service

Pickering Village United Church, Ajax

Dec. 8                                      

Jazz with Bruce Gorrie Trio

Oshawa Public Libraries, Legends Centre Branch

Dec. 9 to 11                                      

Make a Joyful Noise Music Night

City Hall, Pickering

Dec. 11                                      

Holiday Victorian Teas

Oshawa Community Museum

Dec. 12                                      

Whitby Brass Band Christmas

Hebron Christian Reformed Church, Whitby 

Dec. 13                                      

Holly Jolly Jubilee

WindReach Farm, Ashburn

Dec. 13                                      

Festival of Trees

Durham District School Board, Whitby

Dec. 13                                      

Holiday Family Story Time

Oshawa Public Libraries, McLaughlin Branch

Dec. 13                                      

Christmas High Tea

Honey & Tea, Oshawa

Dec. 13 to 31                                     

Uxbridge Optimists Fantasy of Lights

Elgin Park, Uxbridge

Dec. 13                                      

Sunderland Lions Santa Claus Parade

Sunderland

Dec. 13                                      

Espressivo Singers Present Stille Nacht Christmas with a German Accent

Westminster United Church, Whitby

Dec. 14                                      

Maud's Christmas at the Manse

Historic Leaskdale Church, Leaskdale 

Dec. 14                                      

Collaboration Station

1450 Henry St., Whitby

Dec. 14                                      

OPG Second Sundays: Free Family Fun!

The Robert McLaughlin Gallery, Oshawa

Dec. 14                                      

A Kindred Spirit Christmas

11850 Regional Rd. 1, Leaskdale

Dec. 14                                      

Christmas Together

Beaverton Town Hall 

Dec. 17                                      

Mayor's Light Tour

Various locations across Pickering 

Dec. 18                                      

Durham Storytelling Gathering

Northview Community Centre, Oshawa

Dec. 19                                      

COAA Social Dance with Pat Prout and the Clarington Beech Nuts

Clarington Beech Centre, Bowmanville

Dec. 22                                      

Sing Along with Markus

Oshawa Public Libraries, McLaughlin Branch 

Dec. 27 to 31                                       

Puss in Boots

The Whitby Centennial Theatre  

Dec. 31                                      

Oshawa Celebrates 2015

Legends Centre, Oshawa

Dec. 31                                    

Family New Year's Eve Party

Ajax Community Centre

Dec. 31                                      

New Year's Eve Family Countdown

Pickering Recreation Complex

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