TSSM GUIDE TO HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS - South Shore Moms

TSSM’s wishes everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and beginning to the Holiday Season!

Our calendar is filled with an abundance of holiday activities near and far that will be sure to continue and begin amazing traditions for your family! Be sure to check out the ones mentioned below! Click here to find even more fun events!

IN & AROUND TOWN

TREE LIGHTING

DERBY STREET SHOPS

Friday, November 23rd

4:30pm-6:30pm

Celebrate the season with the lighting of the Holiday Tree & Starburst. There will be entertainment, treats and beer 🙂 Located outside of the Paper Store.

HOLLY JOLLY HINGHAM & HAYRIDES

DOWNTOWN HINGHAM

Hayrides are on Saturdays starting November 24th

11am-2pm

Merriment all month long in downtown Hingham! Free hayrides throughout downtown Hingham. Stroll the shops, take photos with the character cut outs, and mail a letter to Santa!

SENSORY FRIENDLY SANTA PHOTOS

A sensory friendly experience with Santa! Reservations required.

SOUTH SHORE PLAZA

Sunday, December 2nd

9am-10:30am

NOT QUITE IN OR AROUND TOWN BUT WORTH THE RIDE

WINTER SKATE

PATRIOT PLACE

Open daily starting November 12th

Winter Skate at Patriot Place, offering day and evening public skating, is the perfect antidote to cabin fever this winter. Located next to the Patriots Pro Shop & CBS Sporting Club. Rentals are available!

CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

EDAVILLE FAMILY THEME PARK

Opens November 16th

Open daily for afternoons and evenings, closed holidays

Edaville takes you into an enchanting wonderland where you can experience millions & millions of lights, unlimited Christmas train rides, plus unlimited access to other rides and attractions.

ENCHANTED VILLAGE

JORDANS FURNITURE, AVON

Daily beginning November 17th

Stroll through the vintage holiday display from Jordan Marsh in the 1960s, and snap a photo with Santa.

THANKSGIVING TREATS & TALES

GOVERNOR HUTCHINSON FIELD

Saturday, November 17

4pm-6pm

Celebrate the Thanksgiving season with campfire cooking, games, and stories around the fire roasting hot dogs and marshmallows, and make Turkey day crafts

THANKSGIVING SALE

BROOKWOOD FARM

Sunday, November 18th

11am-2pm

Pick up your prepaid Turkey, thanksgiving boxes, PLUS kids activities, scavenger hunt and warm drinks!

CHRISTMAS TREE CUTTING

PAKEEN FARM

Opens November 23rd

Cut your tree, or pick from freshly cut trees, sip hot cocoa and make sure you get the donuts!

SLEIGH DAYS

CRESCENT RIDGE

Weekend afternoons starting Saturday, November 24th

Enjoy sleigh rides around Crescent Ridge Dairy and take photos with Santa! Tickets are sold on the day of the event.

TREE LIGHTING

LEGACY PLACE

Tuesday, November 27th

5:30pm-7pm

The annual tree lighting celebrating includes family activities, entertainment and visits with Santa! Suggested donation to Home for Little Wanderers upon entry. Located in front of Shake Shack.

SoWa WINTER FESTIVAL

SOUTH END

Weekends November 30th- December 2nd, December 7th- December 9th

Two weekends in the South End to stroll the markets and find the perfect handmade gift. Market also includes cocktails, Photo Booth, crafts, workshops and more.

SANTA AT EUSTIS

EUSTIS ESTATE

Saturday, December 1st

12pm-2pm

Visit this gorgeous mansion all decked out for the holidays and take photos with Santa, participate in a festive craft and enjoy cookies and cider.

SENSORY FRIENDLY SANTA PHOTOS

A sensory friendly experience with Santa! Reservations required.

THE PRUDENTIAL CENTER

Sunday, December 9th

9am-11am

ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE

THAYER NURSERY

Sunday, December 2nd

10am-4pm

Stuff your stockings with unique, locally made gifts from our favorite artists! Stroll our winter wonderland among fresh cut trees and handmade wreaths!

HANUKKAH: THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS

Wednesday, December 5th

4:30pm-10pm

Enjoy an evening of art, music, and activities celebrating Hanukkah: The Festival of Lights. Join us for a for an evening of lively musical performances, engaging tours, art making and family-friendly activities. Admission is FREE.

Now that the holiday season is here, we can all expect to be eating a lot!

We have a great selection of recipe’s, how to’s (picky eater edition), and a great seasonal flavor guide!

Looking to add some seasonal flavor to your dishes? Check out our favorite Fall Flavors to add some home-y deliciousness to your meals!

Don’t know what to do with your left over sweet potatoes? Problem solved! Be sure to check out the Sweet Potatoes in Orange Cups recipe for a great snack or side dish idea! Click Here for the full recipe!

Are you suffering from a picky eater at your table? No matter what is for dinner, you can’t find a middle ground? Check out our post about Amy Palanjian who puts a healthy twist on meals that all eaters will enjoy! Click Here to check out the full article!

Thanksgiving may be over but there will be many more dinners hosted in the upcoming months! Check out TSSM’s How to: Stress-Free Thanksgiving for helpful tips that can apply to any dinner party! Click Here for the full article!

Buckle up and get ready for the holiday’s! TSSM’s can guide you and your family through with fun crafts, recipe’s, events and more this year to make great, lasting memories!

Check out some other great features of TSSM!

Deals and Steals: for some great saving opportunities!

Tried and True: for any questions on products for your kiddos!

Meet a Mom: to connect with other moms like you!

Recipes: for any new breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack ideas!

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