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Friday Nov 24, 2017

Saturday, November 25
14th Annual South End Holiday Mark

Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology, 41 Berkeley Street. 11AM - 6PM
Mark your calendars for the South End Holiday Market! Now in its 14th year, this Boston holiday tradition brings together the best of New England under one roof. Over 70 of the region's top independent artists, artisans, designers and food makers will be selling their unique handmade goods. The South End Holiday Market is the perfect one-stop-shop for personalized, handmade gifts for friends and family alike.

Monday, November 27
2017 Copley Square Tree Lighting

560 Boylston Street 5:00PM
Mayor Martin J. Walsh, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, and The Friends of Copley Square welcome the holidays with the annual Copley Square Tree Lighting.

Thursday, November 30
Boston Common Tree Lighting, 6-8PM

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Honourable Stephen McNeil, Premier of Nova Scotia, will commemorate 100 years of friendship between Boston and Nova Scotia at the 76th Annual Tree Lighting on Boston Common on Thursday, November 30, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

"Nova Scotia and Boston have shared a special bond for a century, and I'm pleased we will come together again this year to celebrate the friendship and connection between our two homes," said Mayor Walsh.

For more information please call 617-635-4505, go to www.boston.gov/parks, or visit us on Facebook. For Boston Common parking information go to www.massconvention.com/bcg.html.

Saturday, December 2
The South End Tree Lighting and Trolley Tour

BCA, 539 Tremont Street, 3-5pm
Art, entertainment, refreshments, and meet Santa!

Saturday, December 2
Annual Christmas Tree And Wreath Sale

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Our Annual Christmas Tree and Wreath Sale is here! Please pre-order before November 28 for the best prices, greatest selection, and guaranteed availability. Orders can be picked up December 5 in Blackstone Square, and be sure to stay for our Holiday Event featuring Santa Claus! www.blackstonefranklin.org

Sunday, December 3
AICP MA Annual Mawlid Celebration 2017

The Association of Islamic Charitable Projects (AICP) cordially invites you to attend its grand annual celebration of the Birth of Prophet MuHammad, may peace and blessings be upon him.
Program includes: Qur'an recitation, Story of Al-Mawlid, Islamic Chants (Nasheed), Prizes, and Complimentary Dinner. There is no admission fee. More information at Facebook: @aicpmass

Tuesday, December 12-20
Menorah Lighting In Copley Square

Join Chabad of Boston in Copley Square for our annual menorah lightings and be part of this global celebration of Menorah Light.

Thursday, December 21
Solstice Illumination Night

6-8PM
Governor Hutchinson's Field
225 Adams Street, Milton
Come welcome the return of the sun and brighten the darkest day of the year with a community celebration on the lovely Hutchinson's Field! Enjoy a fire dance performance by Ember Flynne, make s'mores around the campfire, and sip some hot chocolate. Feel free to bring blankets and lawn chairs. All ages are welcome.Solstice Illumination Night. www.thetrustees.org