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Christmas entertainment brings good cheer
by JENNA SHACKELFORD
'Tis the season to be jolly, and there is an
abundance of local merr y festivities to usher
in the holidays. From viewing spectacular
light displays to laughing at comedic Christ-
mas performances, the variet y of entertain-
ment provides something for ever yone. Here
are some gems you won't want to miss.
Purchase a delicious treat and catch
"Santaland Diaries," put on by the Cape Fear
Regional eatre, at e Sweet Palette, locat-
ed at 101 Person St. Watch as Santa's helper,
Crumpet, gets caught up in the craziness of
the holiday buzz at Macy's and deals with all
of the shoppers and their children that come
through the doors. e CFRT: After Dark
production promises to bring on the laughs
with "whacked out, wicked wit." e show is
for ages 18 and up, so leave the kids at home
lest you end up on the naught y list. e show
will run through Dec. 21. General admis-
sion tickets are $20 and for season ticket
holders, the tickets are $15. Call 910-323-4233 or
visit http://w w w.cfrt.org/project/the-santaland-
diaries/ to buy tickets.
Enjoy an evening stroll at Arnette Park's
"Christmas in the Park," a beautiful attraction of
light displays. With thousands of beautiful lights
decorating the park, the Christmas Express
train, a fire pit to roast marshmallows at and
the opportunit y to enjoy your favorite, classic
Christmas movies on the outdoor screen with a
cup of hot cocoa, this event is a favorite among
locals. You can even visit jolly St. Nick and get a
picture for $5. "Christmas in the Park" is open
from 6-9 p.m. through Dec. 22. Admission is $10
per family vehicle, $30 per commercial vehicle
and $75 per motor coach or bus. For more infor-
mation, call 910-443-1547. For inclement weath-
er, call 910-306-7325.
"An 82nd Airborne Jingle: All the Way!" is right
around the corner at the Crown eatre.
Featuring the 82nd Airborne Division
Concert Band, the All American Cho-
rus and Riser Burn, the 82nd Airborne
Division's rock band, the event's holiday
program is free. A militar y family night
will be held Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. e public
concert will be held Dec. 20 at 7 p.m.
Seating is on a first-come, first-served
basis. Visit http://w w w.crowncomplexnc.
com/events/detail/an-82nd-airborne-
jingle-all-the-way to learn more.
Experience the magic of Christmas at
Lu Mil Vineyard at the drive-through
Festival of Lights. Some of the features
of the attraction include free pictures
with St. Nick, a gift shop, a free wine
tasting and their Christmas Village. A
countr y buffet is also available for $12
from 5-9 p.m. You can view the brilliant
lights through Dec. 23 from 6-10 p.m. e
event costs $10 per person, and ages 5 and under
are free. For more information, visit http://lu-
milvineyard.com/festival-of-lights.html or call
910-866-5819.
Watch a comedic play, take pictures under the sparkling lights and listen
to your favorite seasonal tunes. Christmas events are here and bringing
good cheer with a variety of fun activities to choose from.
EVENTS
JENNA SHACKELFORD,
Assistant Editor. COMMENTS?
Editor@upandcomingweekly.com.
910-484-6200.
