9:00 am

Heart Gallery

Crystal Mall, Route 85, Waterford, CT

annual traveling exhibit by the Connecticut Department of Children & Families to raise awareness about children who are available for adoption; through Jan. 1; (617) 488-2876.

2:00 pm

The Connecticut River Artisans' Annual Holiday Show

Connecticut River Artisans Cooperative, Inc., 5 West Main Street , Chester,

opening reception 2-5 p.m. Nov. 5; ;show runs through Dec. 30; The show will continue through December 30, with a Friday, December 2 Reception at 5-8pm. This reception will be in conjunction with Chester's Townwide Holiday Night, which includes the Annual Tree Lighting and Caroling. Some of this year's Holiday exhibitors include Lucille Scelfo of North Branford. Lucille designs Hand painted, Marbled 100% Silk scarves, men's ties and other accessories. Amber Golanski, of East Hampton, is a new Holiday exhibitor with her original, hand-dyed toddler clothing. The Bunny Barn designs are all originals. Barbara Delicata, of Higganum, is a returning Pottery exhibitor. Her bowls and plates have been popular items.


(860) 526-5575 www.ctriverartisans.org

11:00 am

It’s A Wonderful Price: Walls of Small Treasures by Twenty-five Gallery Artists

Kehler Liddell Gallery, 873 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT , 06515

Kehler Liddell Gallery presents “It’s A Wonderful Price,” a holiday exhibit featuring fine art for every palette and every purse. The Walls of Affordable Treasures include paintings, photographs, sculptures, and drawings by twenty-five diverse Connecticut artists. Artwork is “priced to move” so shop for yourself while shopping for gift giving.

Opening Reception: Sunday, November 20, 3-6 p.m.

10:00 am

Deck the Walls

Lyme Art Association, 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme, CT , 06371

The Lyme Art Association’s annual show and sale featuring more than 200 works of art in all sizes and mediums by member artists. On View: Nov. 18 through Jan. 7. Opening reception: Friday, Dec. 2, 5 - 7 p.m.; Free, with contributions greatly appreciated.

10:30 am

Christmas Service, Dec. 25, Preston

Preston City Congregational Church, 321 Route 164, Preston, CT

an informal and abbreviated celebration of Christmas; children welcome to bring their favorite Christmas present; (860) 887-4647.

10:00 am

Christmas Worship Service, Dec. 25, Deep River

First Congregational Church of Deep River, 1 Church St., Deep River, CT

a family service, featuring carols and a Christmas story by Seminary Intern, Ally Glass, instead of a sermon; bring some kind of bell or bells to ring during the final hymn of the day; (860) 526-5045.

2:00 pm

Mystic Church to Hold 20th Annual Christmas Dinner

Union Baptist Church , 119 High Street , Mystic , CT

Congregation members, families, singles, seniors, military personnel and everyone in between is invited to attend. Reservations are not required and there is no charge. Those who would like to arrange for transportation or meal delivery, should call (860) 536-1272 before Dec. 21.

9:00 am

Restoring an Icon: The Charles W. Morgan

Mystic Seaport, Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, CT

Last fall saw the hauling ashore of the mighty Charles W. Morgan in the Museum's Henry B. duPont Preservation Shipyard for a planned three-year restoration. Climb aboard the world's last wooden whaleship and learn more about the unprecedented restoration of this American icon in the Shipyard Gallery's newest exhibit, Restoring an Icon: The Charles W. Morgan.

1:00 pm

23rd Annual Christmas Feast

St. David , St. David’s is located at 284 Stoddard’s Wharf Road at the corner of routes 12 and 214 , Gales Ferry., CT

St. David’s Episcopal Church will hold its 23rd- annual Christmas Feast on Christmas Day.
From 1 to 3 p.m., the church will serve turkey, ham, pie and all the fixings, to anyone who would like to enjoy a wonderful meal and companionship.
For home delivery, a ride to the church, or to volunteer, call the church office at (860) 464-6516.

12:00 pm

Branford -CDR Christmas Feast -- All Welcomed

Community Dining Room, 30 Harrison Avenue, Branford, CT , 06405

The Community Dining Room (CDR) will serve a full, traditional Christmas feast on Sunday, December 25th, beginning at Noon thru 1:30. All members of the community are invited. Guests will enjoy a generous feast including turkey, ham, cranberry creations, mashed potatoes, and many other delicious, holiday dishes and desserts.” If you’re interested in contributing a favorite dish or even a gallon of cider or milk, please contact Pat Reilly at 488-2791. (Please leave a message.)

11:00 am

Diana - A Celebration

Foxwoods Resort Casino-Great Cedar Exhibition Area, 39 Norwich Westerly Rd., North Stonington, CT

Direct from the Althorp Estate in England comes an award-winning exhibition featuring more than 150 personal objects celebrating the life and work of Diana, Princess of Wales, including her royal wedding gown, 28 designer dresses, family heirlooms, personal mementos, and rare home movies. This will be the only Northeastern engagement.

10:00 am

Christmas Day Service

Central Baptist Church, 2 Union Sqaure, Norwich, CT , 06360

Come join as we celebrate the birth of the Savior Jesus Christ on Christmas Morning. A Christmas story will be told for all to ponder....