"...What if Christmas...doesn't come from a store.
What if Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more."
This classic quote the 1966 animated story by Ted Geisel, aka. Dr. Suess never resonates more than this week in Lake County. Here are three more family activities to highlight your holiday season, plus a bonus for the children. All can be free events for the entire family.
Harbor Holidays & The Grinch December 7 - Fairport Harbor
For over a decade now this event has been another best kept secret in Lake County. Harbor Holidays was an event conceived by the local merchants association to offer a unique day of shopping and eating to the community. The school, local churches, both museums, and all businesses open their doors to share the season. Arts, crafts, and local cultural foods are available for sampling and purchase. The Grinch steals his way into Fairport from 10-4pm appearing at each venue in search of presents and some Suessian mayhem. His appearance at the Fairport Harbor Public Library at mid-day is an annual family favorite. At 6pm the Grinch may be seen atop the iconic 1871 lighthouse tower where he recites the classic tale of 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas.' Photos with Santa follows and the stolen gifts are donated to the local FHPD and VFW sponsored 'Fill the Cruiser' for Toys for Tots campaign.
'Unto Us A Son is Given' November 29-January 5 - Historic Kirtland
A not to be missed event featuring over 600 nativity scenes and thousands of sparkling holiday lights adorns the campus of Historic Kirtland and its Mormon Migration site. From 'family treasure' type nativities to some truly special creations, these nativities are well worth the drive. Highlights in 2013 include the nativity by Norbert Kohen of South Euclid and the Croation Nativity made by a WWII refugee.
Miracle on Erie Street, Stroll & Festival December 5-8 - Downtown Willoughby
Longing for a more simpler time? Remembering downtown Cleveland and Halle's window displays? Well this annual event in downtown Willoughby will kindle old memories or create new ones. A lighthing ceremony, auctions, and small merchant storefront shopping experiences are just steps away as you travel the main streets on your stop in Willoughby.
Bonus for Children:
Recycle, Reuse, Rejoice - Holiday Stories and Fun
The Fairport Harbor Public Library will feature its annual daily reading garden and craft events on the following dates. No registration is required, all are welcome. Multiple time slots are offered- call 354-8191 for details.
Let There Be Peace on Earth - December 3-5
Trees and Candlelight - December 10-12
Happy Holidays to All - December 17-19
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