Kick off the season with this new holiday classic movie and a craft for kids. This magical holiday tale tells of a young boy who still wants to believe in Santa even though his friends have “grown out of it.†His faith is rewarded when a steam train pulls up to his house and escorts him to the North Pole to meet Santa. The cutting-edge “motion capture process†used to film this story allows the real life actors to drive the emotions and movements of the animated characters. Reservations are strongly recommended for this event – call 722-2996 x264 or online at www.charlestonmuseum.org. RATED G.
FREE for Museum members and FREE with admission ($10/adults, $5/children, under 3 free)
Charleston Sleigh Ride Aboard The Thriller
Christmas in Charleston is a magical time and it has just gotten better. THRILLER Charleston announces its’ plans for a Charleston Sleigh Ride. In the month of December, THRILLER will transform itself from a fast thrill ride to a leisurely holiday excursion perfect for couples and families looking to spend some time together.
The Sleigh Ride will begin after sun set and will travel around the harbor viewing the lights along James Island, Mt. Pleasant, Daniel Island and Charleston. While underway, the couples will be cuddled under a blanket for warmth, sipping hot chocolate from a spill proof mug, and listening to Christmas carols on the stereo system. Stories about Christmas in Charleston and holiday traditions will be shared. Don’t miss this exciting new addition to the holiday season.
Call 843-276-4203 or visit our website, www.thrillercharleston.com, for more information and to make reservations.
Candlelantern Weekend – Savannah, GA
On the evenings of December 13 and 14, Fort Pulaski staff and volunteers will recreate the Confederate Nog Party of 1861. Hot cider, special tours, and period music highlight these evenings of merrymaking. Advance reservations are required.
For more information please call 912-786-5787 or visit our website www.nps.gov
New Year’s Eve Spectcular – Jacksonville Riverfront, FL
New Year’s Eve Fireworks Spectacular Midnight Downtown Jacksonville Presented by The City of Jacksonville Count down to 2009 with a spectacular fireworks display over the St. Johns River to light up the night sky and celebrate the New Year. Fireworks will be shot from one barge in front of The Jacksonville Landing and another barge in front of the Hyatt Regency Hotel. The fireworks can be viewed from the Northbank and Southbank
For more information call (904)630-3690 or visit our website at http://www.coj.net/
Southern Women’s Show – Savannah, GA
One of the most highly anticipated events in Savannah, the annual Southern Women’s Show, attracts thousands of local women each year for three jam-packed days of fashion shows, cooking demonstrations, beauty tips, health screenings, decorating ideas and personal growth opportunities — all tailored especially for women — as well as celebrity appearances.
This year’s show also promises more than 300 exhibitors ranging from boutiques and jewelers to travel agents and health care professionals and making it the perfect one-stop shop for on-the-go women.
While attendees are welcome to window shop, the hands-on, interactive nature of the Southern Women’s Show makes it the perfect opportunity to actually try out new products and services, consult with experts and register for prizes and giveaways.
On-site health screenings will enable women to undergo risk-factor assessments, with blood pressure, cholesterol, spinal screens and bone density checks.
Throughout the show, watch for live cooking demonstrations, seminars and fashion shows.
Show hours are Friday 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission is $9 at the door, $5 for children 6–12 years old and free for children under 6 years of age. Readmission tickets are $5. Groups of 10 or more can buy tickets in advance for $7 each. For group discount tickets and more information, call (800) 849-0248 or visit www.SouthernWomensShow.com.