Downtown Washington Christmas in full swing
Published 5:33 pm Saturday, November 29, 2014
SHINY & BRIGHT: These glass ornaments offered for sale at South Market Antiques bring to mind Christmas in the good old days.
A parade, homes tour, art walk and holiday shows at the Turnage Theater are making this Christmas season the merriest yet in downtown Washington.
Businesses are dressed in their yuletide finery and many are hosting holiday open house events and offering Christmas sales throughout December, according to Beth Byrd, Washington Harbor District Alliance director.
Highlights include the Washington Christmas parade Dec. 6 at 10 a.m., with a grand procession of floats, bands and fire trucks making its way along Main and Market streets.
VINTAGE: This whimsical wreath, created from a collection of vintage tree ornaments, is available at The Southern Nest on Main Street in Washington.
The Turnage Theater is hosting a series of special concerts Dec. 5, 6, 12 and 14. The annual holiday homes tour benefiting the historic theater is planned for Dec. 6.
And rumor has it Santa himself will be making regular visits to downtown Washington during the holiday season, offering youngsters the opportunity to share their Christmas wish list and have their photo taken with the jolly old elf.
For more information, including a full schedule of events, visit www.whda.org.
DECK THE HALLS: Nauti Life is all decked out with garlands, colorful lights and seasonal window displays.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS: This charming wreath in the window of Bloom Women’s Apparel adds a touch of elegance to downtown Washington.
NOEL: A crèche displayed at the rear entrance to Stewarts’s Jewelry Store celebrates the true meaning of Christmas.
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