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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1CITY OF ROANOKE CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8WINTER CARNIVAL

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9CITY OF ROANOKE CHRISTMAS PARADE

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15RVSPCA PET COSTUME CONTEST

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WINTER CARNIVALFRIDAY, DECEMBER 8TH, 6-10PM • SEE PAGES 4 & 5

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1WELLS FARGO PLAZA (Salem Ave)5:30pm – Roanoke Symphony Orchestra 6:15pm – City of Roanoke Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony6:30pm – Miss Mona’s School of Dance 7:30pm – Fame All Stars Cheer Group 8:00-9:00pm – Triad Arial Arts

CAMPBELL AVE & MARKET STREET6:00-10:00pm – Strolling St. Nicholas6:00-10:00pm – Carriage Rides 6:00-10:00pm – Street Actors (Theatre students from William Fleming High School) 6:00-10:00pm – Chestnut Roasting 7:00-9:00pm – Photos with Santa7:00-9:00pm – Mark Fuller, Magician7:00-10:00pm – Carolers of Christmas Past7:00-10:00pm – David Bear Stuart, Juggler

COMMUNITY STAGE (Market Street)6:30pm – Southwest VA Ballet 8:00pm – The Party Rangers 9:00pm – Hidden Valley High School Vocal Ensemble

CAMPBELL AVE (Parking Lot)6:00-10:00pm – Living Nativity Scene Penn Forest Christian Church

McDonald’s KIDS ZONE (Wall Street/Market Street)6:00-9:00pm

– Games, Activities & More

CITY MARKET BUILDING (Campbell Ave)6:00-9:00pm – Santa’s Workshop (Lobby)6:00-9:00pm – Holiday Entertainment provided by the City Market Building

CENTER IN THE SQUARE (Market Square)6:00-9:00pm – Museum Light up (Kids Square)6:00-9:00pm – Snowflake Making (Atrium)

TAUBMAN MUSEUM OF ART (Salem Ave)5:30-8:30pm – Let’s Dance Band5:30-9:00pm – Galleries open to public6:30-8:30pm – Office Cheer: Decorate your Desk (Fees apply)

16 WEST MARKETPLACE (Church Ave)6:00-10:00pm – Cactus Joe Holiday Choo Choo6:00-10:00pm – Winter Wonderland

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8WELLS FARGO PLAZA (Salem Ave)6:00-10:00pm – Dickens Winter CarnivalSponsored by: The Roanoke Times, Carilion Children’s, American National Bank & Trust, Appalachian Power, Grand Home Furnishings

CAMPBELL AVE & MARKET STREET6:00-10:00pm – Strolling St. Nicholas6:00-10:00pm – Street Actors (Theatre Students from William Fleming High School) 6:00-10:00pm – Chestnut Roasting7:00-9:00pm – Mark Fuller, Magician7:30-9:30pm – Kate Guntermann, Fire Eater7:30-9:30pm – Tyler Fleet, Sword Swallower7:00-10:00pm – David Bear Stuart, Juggler7:00-9:00pm – Photos with Santa

COMMUNITY STAGE (Market Street)6:00pm – Mill Mountain Theatre6:30pm – William Fleming Theater8:00pm – Floyd Ward School of Dance

McDonald’s KIDS ZONE (Campbell Ave)6:00-9:00pm – Games, Activities & More

CITY MARKET BUILDING (Campbell Ave) 6:00-9:00pm – Santa’s Workshop (Lobby)6:00-9:00pm – Holiday Entertainment provided by the City Market Building


TAUBMAN MUSEUM OF ART (Salem Ave)5:30-9:00pm – Galleries open to public5:30pm – Charles Dickens 90 min. Holiday Tour (Fees apply)6:00-7:00pm – Dance Performances: Art in Motion & U Can Dance6:30-8:30pm – Garland and Wreath Making (Fees apply)


FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15WELLS FARGO PLAZA (Salem Ave)6:30pm – RVSPCA’s Pet Costume Contest

SALEM AVE6:00 – 9:00pm – Coca Cola’s Snow Zone

CAMPBELL AVE & MARKET STREET6:00-10:00pm – Strolling St. Nicholas6:00-10:00pm – Carriage Rides 6:00-10:00pm – Street Actors (Theatre students from William Fleming High School) 6:00-10:00pm – Chestnut Roasting7:00-9:00pm – Photos with Santa7:00-9:00pm – Mark Fuller, Magician7:00-10:00pm – David Bear Stuart, Juggler

COMMUNITY STAGE (Market Street)6:30pm – Cultural Arts for Excellence Steel Drums7:30pm – First Baptist Church Kainos Worship8:00pm – Mill Mountain Ringers9:00pm – Evidence Unseen

CAMPBELL AVE (Parking Lot)6:00-10:00pm – Living Nativity Scene Penn Forest Christian Church

CITY MARKET BUILDING (Campbell Ave)6:00-9:00pm – Santa’s Workshop (Lobby)6:00-9:00pm – Holiday Entertainment provided by the City Market Building

McDonald’s KIDS ZONE (Wall Street/Market Street)6:00-9:00pm

– Games, Activities & More


TAUBMAN MUSEUM OF ART (Salem Ave)5:30-9:00pm – Art Venture Free to public6:30-8:30pm – Ornament and Keepsakes Making (Fees apply)6:00-7:00pm – Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir


CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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The NutcrackerDecember 9 & 10Admission $20, $27, $43, $46Berglund Center Performing Arts Theatrehttp://www.svballet.org/

Jim Brickman – A Joyful ChristmasDecember 20Admission: $34, $44, $54, $79Berglund Center Performing Arts Theatre540.853.2241

Martina McBride – Joy of Christmas TourDecember 22Admission: $49, $59, $69Berglund Center Performing Arts Theatre540.853.2241

A Christmas StoryDecember 6 – December 23Call for AdmissionMill Mountain Theatre540-342-5740

Moscow Ballet Presents The Great Russian NutcrackerDecember 8Admission: $36, $47, $58, $80, $117, $197The Jefferson Center540.345.2550

Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir Presents “Songs of the Season”December 10Admission: $15, $18, $21The Jefferson Center540.345.2550

Roanoke Ballet Theater Presents The NutcrackerDecember 15 and December 16Admission: $27, $31, $35, $45The Jefferson Center540.345.2550

Roanoke Jingle Bell RunDecember 9For more information call 804.665.9953

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra Presents Hallelujah Handel’s Messiah, Part One “Christmas” & Hallelujah ChorusNovember 28Call for AdmissionThe Jefferson Center540.345.2550

HOLIDAY EVENTSDOWNTOWN

ELMWOOD ON ICEOutdoor Ice Skating at Elmwood Park

Enjoy your Dickens of a Christmas with a little bit of ice! Elmwood on Ice will be open during Dickens of a Christmas – December 1st, 8th, and 15th from 4:00pm – 10:00pm. Open for the season November 22nd – January 28th. Visit ElmwoodOnIce.com for more information!

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DICKENS WINTER C A R N I VA L

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8TH, 6-10PMIt’s the 35th year of Dickens of a Christmas and we’re having a Dickens Winter Carnival!

All-you-can-ride wrist bands are $5.00. An adult accompanying a child (12 and under) can ride for free. Cash and credit cards accepted. TICKET SALES END AT 9:30pm.

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RIDE INFORMATION AND HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS/RESTRICTIONS:

Rainforest Expo Wheel- 48” unless with an adult

Carousel - 36” (unless with an Adult)

Dragon Wagon - 42” (36” with an Adult)

Jolly Choo Choo – 36”

Hampton Combo – 36”

Monkey Maze - 42” (36” with an Adult)

Magic Carpet Slide - 42” (32” with an Adult)

Jungle Crawl - 32” (no taller than 42”)

Willie the Whale - 34” (no taller than 42”)

Non-ride carnival games: Mini Striker and Water Race Games - no height requirement

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Carolers of Christmas Past – Based out of Winston Salem, North Carolina, the Carolers of Christmas Past is an acapella quartet dressed in authentic Victorian costumes with an extensive repertoire of both traditional and holiday carols. Since 2001, their performances have included the North Carolina Governor’s Mansion, the White House in Washington, D.C., and an annual fixture at Dickens of a Christmas. December 1st starting at 7:00pm

Cultural Arts for Excellence Steel Drums – Cultural Arts for Excellence is an after-school arts enrichment program sponsored by Kingdom Life Ministries. The focus of the program is mentoring middle school students, tutoring and the development of a whole success capable person through the study of arts and music. The steel drum band is central to this mission and has performed widely in the Roanoke Valley through appearances at Hollins University and the Jefferson Center. On a national level they have earned Silver Medal honors at the Virginia Beach Panfest Competition.December 15th at 6:30pm on the Community Stage

Dickens Street Acting Project/William Fleming Theater – Dickens Street Acting Project has been at Dickens of a Christmas for 22 years! Over 30 talented students from William Fleming High School participate in this community-wide effort, directed by Mrs. Lindsay Jackson. Dressed in period costumes portraying characters from “A Christmas Carol,” the students will use their creative and acting skills to bring Dickens’ characters to life. December 1st, 8th, and 15th starting at 6:00pm

Evidence Unseen – Evidence Unseen is more than just a band, but a family bonded together by a passion for music beyond measure. The idea behind the band name “Evidence Unseen” evolved from Hebrews 11:1 “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Their style of music consists of a broad genre of rock, as well as some contemporary Christian. December 15th at 9:00pm on the Community Stage

Fame Allstars – Fame Allstars is the longest running allstar cheer program in Southwest VA! They offer expert coaching in a supportive environment and have a winning track record. Fame offers teams and classes for girls and boys of all ages and skill levels. The first class is always free! Like them on Facebook and visit fameroanoke.com for more information. December 1st at 7:30pm in Wells Fargo Plaza

First Baptist Church Kainos Worship – Kainos Worship is a group of worship leaders that are passionate about Jesus and passionate about His people. They are the worship team from First Roanoke Baptist Church in Downtown Roanoke. Visit first roanoke.com for more information.December 15th at 7:30pm on the Community Stage

Floyd Ward School of Dance – Floyd Ward School of Dance is celebrating its 90th year. The school offers dance classes to children ranging from ages 3-18 in ballet, clogging, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, liturgical, lyrical, modern, pointe, and tap. The school also is home to the Floyd Ward Dance ensembles which compete both regionally and nationally. Floyd Ward Students look forward to performing in their community as well and bringing holiday cheer to downtown Roanoke. December 8th at 8:00pm at the Community Stage

Hidden Valley High School Vocal Ensemble – The Hidden Valley High School Vocal Ensemble was formed in 2017. This after school club consists of 12 students ranging from 10th – 12th grade. Some of the students attend Burton Center of Performing Arts. The group will perform acapella. December 1st at 9:00pm on the Community Stage

Kate Guntermann, Sensoriel: Fire Performer – Kate has been performing with fire since 2001 and has appeared at festivals, nightclubs, and private events across the eastern United States. Highly involved with the Regional Mid-Atlantic Burning Man Festival and Playa del Fuego. December 8th from 7:30-9:30pm at Campbell Ave & Market St

Mill Mountain Ringers – The Mill Mountain Ringers are Roanoke’s only community-based hand bell group. Their renditions of holiday carols are sure to delight and get you in the holiday spirit! December 15th at 8:00pm on the Community Stage

Mill Mountain Theatre – Roanoke’s premiere regional theatre with over 50 years of bringing live theatre to SW Virginia. Mill Mountain Theatre offers classes for ages Pre-K through adults in all disciplines of performing arts and technical theatre. For more information on classes or Main Stage Season, visit www.millmountain.org. December 8th at 6:00pm at the Community Stage

Miss Mona’s School of Dance & Performing Arts – Miss Mona’s School of Dance and Performing Arts is celebrating over 60 years in the Roanoke Valley and surrounding areas. Specializing in dance, voice, and drama, Miss Mona’s teaches students 2 1/2 to adult and is especially proud of its performing groups, the Rhythmettes and Rhythmen. They have been a proud part of Dickens for many years.December 1st at 6:30pm in Wells Fargo Plaza

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra Brass Ensemble – The Roanoke Symphony Orchestra is in its 64th season. They perform classical concerts, POPs, and special concerts throughout the region. The RSO Brass Ensemble is looking forward to performing at this year’s City of Roanoke Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. December 1st at 5:30pm in Wells Fargo Plaza

Southwest Virginia Ballet – They’ll perform excerpts from the holiday classic, The Nutcracker (full-length ballet performance of The Nutcracker – December 9 and 10, 2017 at The Berglund Performing Arts Theatre). During this Victorian Christmas tradition, SVB’s pre-professional company will delight with beautiful choreography, which will make us eager to enjoy the wonder of this holiday season. December 1st at 6:30pm on the Community Stage

The Party Rangers – The Rangers Dance Crew was formed in 2010 by a group of Patrick Henry High School seniors. As the number of members grew over time the group progressed in style and skill, competing and preforming locally and across the east coast. Rangers Crew has evolved from a local dance group into a multi-talented conglomerate of artists and movers representing entertainment in the Roanoke Valley! December 1st at 8:00pm on the Community Stage

Triad Aerial Arts – Sabrina Woods is the owner of Triad Aerial Arts and Fitness1Studios, both of Greensboro, NC. Sabrina takes utmost delight in bringing elegance and grace to public performance and will always focus on teaching safe, effective dance techniques for Aerial Arts. December 1st at 8:00pm in Wells Fargo Plaza

Tyler Fleet, Sword Swallower – Formerly with the Coney Island Circus Sideshow, The Amazing Blazing Tyler Fyre is fast paced and funny, death-defying daredevil stunt spectacular with all the glitter, glamour, and gut-wrenching thrills of a Vegas show. Guaranteed to please, amuse, and amaze audiences of all ages! Hosted by silver tongued devil, TYLER FYRE. December 8th from 7:30-9:30pm at Campbell Ave & Market St

DICKENS ENTERTAINERS

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EXTENDED HOURS FOR SHOPPING & DINING

DECEMBER 1ST, 8TH, 9TH, 15TH

16 West Marketpalce16 Church Avenue

310 Rosemont 312 Market Street

Alejandros Mexican Grill127 Campbell Avenue

Alexander’s105 Jefferson Street

Altus123 Campbell Avenue SE

Athens Corner Grill1003 S Jefferson St

Awful Arthurs108 Campbell Avenue

Azar Jewelry32 Market Square

Bayou Snowballs32 Market Square

Beamer’s 25357 Salem Avenue

Benny Marconi’s120 Campbell Avenue

Big Lick Brewing Company409 Salem Avenue SW

The Bird Cage21 Franklin Rd SW (Saturday 12/9 Only)

Bittersweet307 Market Street

Blue 5312 Second Street

Blue Ridge Burrito32 Market Square

Book No Further 16 Church Avenue 7PM reading of “A Christmas Carol” each Friday

Bushi 1 Campbell Avenue SW

Calhoun & Kipp216 Market Street – Fridays only

Cancun Mexican Restaurant & Grill215 Market Street

The Candy Store 1 Market Square

Caribbica Soul32 Market Square

Cedars Lebanese Restaurant120 Campbell Avenue

Chocolatepaper308 Market Street – Hot Chocolate

Corned Beef & Company107 S. Jefferson Street

Cornerstone Bar and Grill24 Campbell Avenue

Deciphered Roanoke 15 S Jefferson St

Delish! Sweets and Treats511 South Jefferson Street

Der Frankfurter Bistro32 Market Square

Deschutes Brewery Roanoke Tasting Room 315 Market St

Doner Kebab32 Market Square

Down Shift Bikes416 Campbell Ave SW #102

Electric Eye Custom Tattoos16 Church Avenue

Eli’s Provisions209 A Market Street

Firefly Fare16 Church Avenue

Fork in the Market32 Market Square

Formosa Lounge Restaurant125 Campbell Avenue SE

Fortunato Restaurant301 1st Street #300

FPS Café & Spirits611 S. Jefferson Street, Suite 1

Fresh Baked611 S. Jefferson Street

The Front Row351 Salem Ave

The Gift Niche101 Market Street

Gypsy Palooza too208 Market Street

Gyro in the Market32 Market Square

Hong Kong Restaurant21 Market Square

The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center110 Shenandoah Avenue

Jack Brown’s Beer and Burger Joint201B Market Street

Jawbone Hill 16 Church Ave

Jimmy John’s18 Campbell Avenue

La De Da 102 Church Avenue.

Ladles and Linens302 Market Street

Leonore Restaurant128 Campbell Avenue SW

Lew’s Restaurant11 Walnut Ave

Little Green Hive16 Church Avenue

Lucky18 Kirk Avenue

Macado’s120 Church Avenue

Market Gallery23 Salem Avenue

Martin’s Downtown413 1st Street SW

Mel’s Restaurant551 Marshall Ave SW

Mill Mountain Coffee and Tea117 Campbell Avenue

Moe’s Southwest Grill4 Old Whitmore Ave

NAWAB Indian Cuisine18A Campbell Avenue

On the Rise Bakery303 Market Street

Orvis19 Campbell Avenue

Pita Pit301 S. Jefferson Street

The Quarter19 Salem Avenue

Ripple112 Market Street

Roanoke Natural Foods Co-Op1 Market Square Suite 115

Rotana Café 22 Campbell Ave SE

Scrambled32 Market Square

Serenity Treasures305 Market Street

Shabby Farmhouse Girl306 Market Street

She’s International108 Market Street

Shishka112 Campbell Avenue

Sidewinders Steakhouse and Saloon16 West Campbell Avenue

Sly Fox Vape Shop7 Church Avenue SE

Southern Vape Escape 118 Campbell Ave

Starbucks8 Old Whitmore Ave

Star Hill Pilot Brewery4 Old Whitmore Ave

Table 50309 Market Street

Texas Tavern114 West Church Avenue

Thai Continental Cuisine 106 Market St SE

Thai Massage16 Church Ave

TINKs Place115 Salem Avenue

Vintage Vault 16 Church Avenue

Walkabout Outfitter301 Market Street

Wok n Roll16 Church Ave

VIP Sports Bar and Bistro402 S Jefferson Street

Letters to SantaThe Roanoke Times wants to help children get their letter to Santa Claus! Bring your letters to our special Santa Claus mailbox located inside the City Market Building in Downtown Roanoke from Wednesday, November 22 – Sunday, December 24.

Every week, we’ll have one of Santa’s helpers randomly draw TWO WINNING LETTERS that will be published in The Roanoke Times PLUS receive a TOY-STUFFED STOCKING. Simply find Santa’s Mailbox inside the City Market Building in Downtown Roanoke.

Winners will be randomly selected and notified by telephone. If the winner does not respond within seven (7) days of the initial phone call, the prize will be forfeited and awarded to another randomly chosen participant. The Roanoke Times is not responsible for any change of telephone number of the participants

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DICKENS HIGHLIGHTSTHE CITY OF ROANOKE CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTINGFriday, December 1st, beginning at 5:30pmSponsored by Downtown Roanoke Inc., City of Roanoke, and the City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Department, the tree lighting will be held on December 1st at Wells Fargo Plaza located on Salem Avenue. The ceremony will begin with a special performance by Roanoke Symphony Orchestra at 5:30pm. WSLS10’s countdown to the tree lighting will begin at 5:45pm. with the actual lighting at 6:20pm.

DICKENS WINTER CARNIVALFriday, December 8th, 6– 10pmIn celebration of the 35th year of Dickens of a Christmas, the streets of Downtown Roanoke will play host to a Dickens Winter Carnival! Flashing lights, games, a children’s rollercoaster, Ferris Wheel, and more are part of this 11 attraction carnival! Wrist bands are $5.00 for unlimited rides. TICKET SALES END AT 9:30pm. Cash and

credit cards accepted. See page 4 for map and details. Sponsored by: The Roanoke Times, Carilion Children’s, American National Bank & Trust, Appalachian Power, Grand Home Furnishings.

CITY OF ROANOKE CHRISTMAS PARADE **Saturday, December 9th at 6:00pm******This year’s City of Roanoke Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday as a one-year-only change due to Franklin Rd Bridge construction and detour route along Jefferson St.

Costumed characters, strolling carolers, marching bands, jugglers, and numerous community groups all highlighting various holiday traditions are just a few of the unique things you will see filling up the streets as this parade strolls through downtown. The parade route begins at the corner of Elm Avenue and Jefferson Street (Elmwood Park) and continues north on Jefferson Street to Campbell Avenue, then east on Campbell to Market Square.

RVSPCA’S PET COSTUME CONTEST Friday, December 15th at 6:30pmThe holidays aren’t just for humans! Dress your pet(s) in holiday outfits and come join the fun and laughter at the annual RVSPCA Pet Costume Contest. The fun, free contest is at Wells Fargo Plaza on Salem Avenue. Great prizes given for winners. Contest Check in at 5:30pm.

CARRIAGE RIDES December 1st and 15th from 6 – 10pmTickets available for purchase on the nights of December 1 and December 15 at the ticket booth located near the carriage stop on Campbell Avenue. Carriage rides are $5.00. Children under 3 years are free. TICKET SALES END AT 9:30pm each night. Cash or credit cards accepted.

SANTA’S WORKSHOP December 1st, 8th, & 15th from 6 - 9pmThe true spirit of Christmas begins right

here in the heart of downtown, where children and their families can make a Christmas craft and write a special letter to Santa. Santa’s Workshop is located inside the City Market Building on the Ground Floor and will be open all three nights.

WINTER WONDERLAND AT 16 WEST MARKETPLACEDecember 1st, 8th, and 15th from 6 – 10pmTake a ride on the Cactus Joe Choo Choo free of charge at 16 West Marketplace’s Winter Wonderland! Featuring crafts for kids and activities, special vendors, and more!

COCA COLA’S SNOW ZONEFriday, December 15th from 6- 9pmCome and take a sleigh ride, or build a snowman or snow angel at Coca Cola’s Snow Zone on Salem Avenue. Sponsored by Coca Cola.

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Ticket Booth & Information

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Parade Route

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