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PREMIER EVENT
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Hotel Julien Dubuque Celebrates 12 Days Of Christmas
Now in its fourth year , this holiday series features events for all ages designed to spread seasonal cheer throughout the Dubuque community . The series kicked off on November 25 with a Black Friday promotion on retail products at Potosa Spa ’ s boutique followed by the hotel ’ s annual Cyber Monday Gift Certificate Sale on November 28 . Tree Lighting Ceremony , a yearly favorite , takes place on November 30 . The event includes the unveiling of the hotel ’ s lobby Christmas tree , caroling , and a special visit from Santa Claus . Other family favorite events include Breakfast with Santa , Sweet Treats in Caroline ’ s , and the Old Time Christmas Eve Dinner at Caroline ’ s on December 24 . The celebrations continue in the Riverboat Lounge as well . From the newly added Christmas Craft Cocktail Class , to the yearly favorite Jazz It Up with Jingle Barry , the Riverboat Lounge will be brimming with holiday cheer ! “ So many of the 12 Days of Christmas events are meant to create traditions for people in the community ,” said Lara Le- Grand , Director of Sales and Marketing at Hotel Julien Dubuque . “ It is our hope that families come and enjoy the hotel in all of
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its holiday splendor !” Scheduled events include :
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
WEDNESDAY , NOVEMBER 30
6:30 PM-8 PM The perfect kickoff to the holiday season ! Join us as we unveil our beautiful lobby Christmas tree . Enjoy treats , music , a visit from Santa Claus , and a live tree lighting ceremony during this popular family event .
CHRISTMAS COCKTAILS WITH DAN
THURSDAY , DECEMBER 1
6 PM Are you hosting a holiday party this season ? Our Beverage Manager , Dan , wants to help you master the perfect craft cocktail recipes to “ wow ” your guests . Join us in the Riverboat Lounge at 6:00 for an entertaining and educational evening !
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
SATURDAY , DECEMBER 3
8 AM-11 AM This is great fun for the kids and takes place in the Harbor Gallery . Join us for a delicious breakfast , crafts , cookie decorating , Christmas stories , music , and a visit from Santa ! Children eat free with a donation for Toys for Tots . Doors open and activities begin at 8:00 a . m . Breakfast will be served at 9:00 a . m . The cost is $ 8 or a toy donation for children and $ 15 for adults . Reservations are recommended . Call 563.588.5563 .
ST . NICK DELIVERS
TUESDAY , DECEMBER 6
7 AM If you ’ re staying with us on the evening of December 5 , you can expect a special visitor who is known for leaving unique holiday treats . Be sure to take a peek outside your door on Tuesday morning to see what St . Nicholas brought you !
SNOWBIZ DINNER SHOW
THURSDAY , DECEMBER 8
12 PM Celebrate the season in style with a fulllength Christmas show featuring many of your favorite holiday tunes , incredible vocals , and a live jazz orchestra . Get into the Christmas spirit with this staged dinner-theatre style show in the Grande Ballroom . For reservations , contact Cathy at 563.599.7775 .
SWEET TREATS IN CAROLINE ’ S
TUESDAY , DECEMBER 13
11 AM-9 PM Enjoy a complimentary dessert with any entrée during lunch or dinner at Caroline ’ s Restaurant !
JAZZ IT UP WITH JINGLE BARRY
THURSDAY , DECEMBER 15
5:30-7:30 PM