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synchronized light show featuring holiday music and 20,000 LED lights. Attendees of all ages delight in the holiday model train displays, s’mores by the fire, live music and holiday activities. Outdoor winter activities such as snowshoeing, snowball toss and winter survival demonstrations encourage kids and adults to enjoy outdoor activities year-round. Other Holiday Happenings Asbury Woods Schoolhouse Craft Festival Date: December (Check the website for updated information.) Address: McDowell Intermediate High School, 3320 Caughey Road, Erie Contact: asburywoods.org, or 814.835.5356 There’s no better way to get into the holiday spirit than shopping at the Asbury Woods Schoolhouse Craft Festival! Local and regional artisans will display their handcrafted items to become gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list. There will be a craft item auction, refreshments for sale, a coat/package check and live entertainment to make your shopping experience more enjoyable. Visit the website for more information. Christmas Ball on the Bay Date: Dec. 8 Address: Bayfront Convention Center, 1 Sassafras Pier, Erie Contact: barberinstitute.org/events Helping to bring greater opportunity to children and adults with disabilities or behavioral health challenges right here in Erie! This festive gala is always one of the largest gatherings of the holiday season. Get your dancing shoes ready to be out on the dance floor of the Bayfront Convention Center! All attendees enjoy a lively celebration with good food and great live music. Visit the website for information on purchasing tickets and other details. Pierogi’s Wine ‘n Spirits ‘SantaPalooza’ Date: Dec. 2 Time: Noon Address: Ambassador Conference Center, 7794 Peach Street, Erie Contact: drinkfestpa.com, or 412.405.9721 What could be better than celebrating the holidays enjoying pierogies and sampling wine? Visit the website for more information. Holiday Week at the Wineries Dates: Dec. 26-31 Addresses: Various Lake Erie Wineries (Check the website for exact locations and hours.) Contact: lakeeriewinecountry.org Visit the wineries over the holiday break! Got cabin fever? A wine tour provides a perfect outing for guests and relatives. No tickets or reservations necessary. Lake Erie Wine Country, located in the largest grape-growing region east of the Rockies, extends roughly 50 miles from Silver Creek, New York (Chautauqua County), to Harborcreek. It is home to over 20 commercial and estate wineries. Visit the website for more information. Sights + Sounds of the Season 29th Annual ‘Christmas Memories’ at The Station Dinner Theatre Dates: Nov. 28 through Dec. 16 (Check the website for exact dates and times.) Address: 4940 Peach Street, Erie Contact: canterburyfeast.com, or 814.864.2022 Start your holiday season off right with this heartwarming musical in which the true meaning of Christmas is always celebrated. Join the Holiday Harmony Singers in the all-new 29th annual Continued on next page > WEST COUNTY ❘ WINTER 2018 15