Events in December 2009

These are special events in the Holland Area. Click on dates in blue to view a list of events for that date or use the range fields to view a list of events for multiple dates. Words in blue are also links to more information about specific events and event locations.

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Saturday March 07, 2009 - Sunday March 7, 2010
"Archipelago: Indigenous Art of Indonesia and Melanesia" Exhibit
Holland Museum
73 Beyond the stone-carved temple guardians at the entrance to the Wichers Gallery are two 65-foot long Balinese temple paintings on cloth, depicting Hindu legends, which are the centerpiece of this exhibit. More than sixty other exotic pieces of art and…
http://www.hollandmuseum.org • 888.200.9123
Monday November 16, 2009 - Friday January 1, 2010
Mainstreet Gallery Shop
Holland Area Arts Council
73 The Holland Area Arts Council will host its Mainstreet Gallery Shop from November 16 to January 1. The Mainstreet Gallery will be transformed into a gift shop offering creative works for sale from local artists, including one-of-a-kind handmade items…
http://www.hollandarts.org • 616.396.3278
Friday November 27 - Saturday December 12, 2009
Holiday Kerstmarkt
Eighth Street Market Place Dutch WinterFest and The Holidays in Downtown Holland Arts & Craft Shows 2009
73 Bring your list and check it twice! This open-air European Christmas Market at the Eighth Street Market Place is an ideal place to shop for unique gifts and to enjoy authentic Dutch holiday treats. Sixteen vendors are housed in historically crafted booths…
http://www.downtownholland.com • 616.394.0000
Tuesday, December 01, 2009, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Holiday Train Show
Howard Miller Community Center
The Annual Holiday Train Show is presented by the Holland Modular Railroad Club, www.hollandmodularrrclub.org
http://www.hollandmodularrrclub.org
Tuesday, December 01, 2009, 6:30 PM
Parade of Lights
Dutch WinterFest and The Holidays in Downtown Holland
73 The 2009 Parade of Lights is the largest ever! Santa arrives in Downtown Holland during the annual parade, escorted by bands, floats, vehicles, and individuals...all decked out in holiday lights! Close to 70 different entries will illuminate the streets…
http://www.downtownholland.com • 616.988.6187
Wednesday December 02, 2009 - Saturday January 2, 2010
Lighting Up The Holidays
Centennial Park Dutch WinterFest and The Holidays in Downtown Holland
Spend an evening strolling through Downtown Holland's beautiful Centennial Park, decorated for the holidays with thousands of twinkling lights and snowflakes. Thanks to the Holland Board of Public Works for continuing to "light up the holidays" year…
Wednesday, December 02, 2009, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Holiday Train Show
Howard Miller Community Center
The Annual Holiday Train Show is presented by the Holland Modular Railroad Club, www.hollandmodularrrclub.org
http://www.hollandmodularrrclub.org
Wednesday, December 02, 2009, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Beer Tasting Event
CitySen Lounge
This is a great opportunity to try beers from multiple breweries from around the world. Taste 15 different beer selections for just $15 per person, which includes appetizers.
http://www.cityflatshotel.com • 616.796.2105
Thursday December 03 - Saturday December 12, 2009
Farmers Market: Every Saturday
Eighth Street Market Place
73 The Holland Farmers Market is a can't miss! Over 50 vendors participate in this one of a kind market, offering freshly picked fruit and vegetables of every variety, beautiful flowers, and plants for every purpose. Baked goods, honey, spices, cheeses…
http://www.hollandfarmersmarket.com • 616.355.1138
Thursday, December 03, 2009, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Holiday Train Show
Howard Miller Community Center
The Annual Holiday Train Show is presented by the Holland Modular Railroad Club, www.hollandmodularrrclub.org
http://www.hollandmodularrrclub.org
Thursday, December 03, 2009, 7:00 PM
"A Christmas Story"
Holland Civic Theatre
73 This hilarious Christmas tale is based on the movie of the same title and the book "In God, We Trust All Others Pay Cash," both written by Jean Shepherd. This 1940’s Midwestern memoir follows 9-year old Ralphie in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder…
http://www.hollandcivictheatre.org • 616.396.2021
Thursday, December 03, 2009, 7:30 PM
Handel's "Messiah"
The Zeeland Civic Chorus presents G.F Handel's Messiah. Celebrate the season with a night of divinely inspired music. December 3 at First Christian Reformed Church of Zeeland, 147 East Central Ave, 49464 Also presented Tuesday Dec 8 at 7:30pm at…
Thursday, December 03, 2009, 8:00 PM
"Once Upon a Mattress" Theatre Production
Holland High School Performing Arts Center
Award winning Holland High School Theatre Department proudly presents "Once Upon a Mattress." Dec 3-5,11,12 at 8pm. Once Upon a Mattress is an off-beat re-telling of the Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale "The Princess and the Pea." The production focuses…
http://www.hollandtheatre.org/tickets
Friday December 04, 2009 - Friday January 15, 2010
Mosaic Revisited Exhibit
Holland Area Arts Council
73 The Mosaic Artists of Michigan (MAM) are united to promote the rich historic art of mosaics. Their works will be exhibited at the Holland Area Arts Council from December 4 to January 15. The opening reception, with cider and cookies, will take place…
http://www.hollandarts.org • 616.396.3278
Friday, December 04, 2009, 7:00 PM
"A Christmas Story"
Holland Civic Theatre
73 This hilarious Christmas tale is based on the movie of the same title and the book "In God, We Trust All Others Pay Cash," both written by Jean Shepherd. This 1940’s Midwestern memoir follows 9-year old Ralphie in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder…
http://www.hollandcivictheatre.org • 616.396.2021
Friday, December 04, 2009, 7:00 PM
Sinterklaas Eve Procession
Dutch WinterFest and The Holidays in Downtown Holland
73 Reminiscent of years gone by, this special event celebrates Sinterklaas, the benevolent St. Nicholas. In true Dutch folk tradition, Sinterklaas arrives each December on his great white horse, surrounded by his mischievous Zwarte Piet helpers. The…
http://www.downtownholland.com • 616.988.6187
Friday, December 04, 2009, 8:00 PM
"Once Upon a Mattress" Theatre Production
Holland High School Performing Arts Center
Award winning Holland High School Theatre Department proudly presents "Once Upon a Mattress." Dec 3-5,11,12 at 8pm. Once Upon a Mattress is an off-beat re-telling of the Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale "The Princess and the Pea." The production focuses…
http://www.hollandtheatre.org/tickets
Friday, December 04, 2009, 8:00 PM
"The Rabbit Hole" Hope Theatre Production
DeWitt Studio Theatre
Hope College Theatre presents the "Rabbit Hole", a 2007 Pulitzer Prize Winner for Drama. Also Dec 9-12 at 8pm
Saturday, December 05, 2009, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Holiday Train Show
Howard Miller Community Center
The Annual Holiday Train Show is presented by Holland Modular Railroad Club, www.hollandmodulararrrclub.org
http://www.hollandmodularrrclub.org
Saturday, December 05, 2009, 11:00 AM
Storytime with SinterKlaas
Nelis' Dutch Village
During the Christmas season, on four Saturdays at 11:00am and 1:00pm, Sinterklaas will visit Nelis' Dutch Village and share the story of his legend with children and families. This is a unique fun experience. Make this part of your own annual "Prettige…
http://www.dutchvillage.com/sinterklaas.html • 800.285.7177
Saturday, December 05, 2009, 2:00 PM
"A Christmas Story"
Holland Civic Theatre
73 This hilarious Christmas tale is based on the movie of the same title and the book "In God, We Trust All Others Pay Cash," both written by Jean Shepherd. This 1940’s Midwestern memoir follows 9-year old Ralphie in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder…
http://www.hollandcivictheatre.org • 616.396.2021
Saturday, December 05, 2009, 7:00 PM
"A Christmas Story"
Holland Civic Theatre
73 This hilarious Christmas tale is based on the movie of the same title and the book "In God, We Trust All Others Pay Cash," both written by Jean Shepherd. This 1940’s Midwestern memoir follows 9-year old Ralphie in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder…
http://www.hollandcivictheatre.org • 616.396.2021
Saturday, December 05, 2009, 8:00 PM
"Once Upon a Mattress" Theatre Production
Holland High School Performing Arts Center
Award winning Holland High School Theatre Department proudly presents "Once Upon a Mattress." Dec 3-5,11,12 at 8pm. Once Upon a Mattress is an off-beat re-telling of the Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale "The Princess and the Pea." The production focuses…
http://www.hollandtheatre.org/tickets
Saturday, December 05, 2009, 8:00 PM
"The Rabbit Hole" Hope Theatre Production
DeWitt Studio Theatre
Hope College Theatre presents the "Rabbit Hole", a 2007 Pulitzer Prize Winner for Drama. Also Dec 9-12 at 8pm
Sunday, December 06, 2009, 2:00 PM
Rock and Glow Bowling
Century Lanes Bowling
Sunday afternoon bowling with blacklights, disco balls, laser lights and rocking music.
Monday, December 07, 2009, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Holiday Train Show
Howard Miller Community Center
The Annual Holiday Train Show is presented by Holland Modular Railroad Club, www.hollandmodularrrclub.org
http://www.hollandmodularrrclub.org
Tuesday, December 08, 2009, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Holiday Train Show
Howard Miller Community Center
The Annual Holiday Train Show is presented by Holland Modular Railroad Club, www.hollandmodularrrclub.org
http://www.hollandmodularrrclub.org
Tuesday, December 08, 2009, 7:30 PM
Handel's "Messiah"
Central Avenue Christian Reformed Church
The Zeeland Civic Chorus presents G.F Handel's Messiah. Celebrate the season with a night of divinely inspired music.
Wednesday, December 09, 2009, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Holiday Train Show
Howard Miller Community Center
The Annual Holiday Train Show is presented by Holland Modular Railroad Club, www.hollandmodularrrclub.org
http://www.hollandmodularrrclub.org
Wednesday, December 09, 2009, 8:00 PM
"The Rabbit Hole" Hope Theatre Production
DeWitt Studio Theatre
Hope College Theatre presents the "Rabbit Hole", a 2007 Pulitzer Prize Winner for Drama. Also Dec 9-12 at 8pm

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