Let There Be Light Christmas Parade (November 18th)
NOVEMBER 17, 18 & 19 in Westfield, New York
MR. & MRS. SANTA VISIT EVENTS AND SHOPS ALL WEEKEND!
- Westfield is elaborately decorated for Christmas.
- Window Decorating Contest Begins - VOTE for your favorite window
- Christmas Tree Wonderland at Blue June Blooms
- Wineries, Distilleries, & Breweries ~ Open all weekend!
- Grape Discovery Visitors Center ~ Open to visitors all weekend long!!
- Merchant & Restaurant SPECIALS!
FRIDAY 17th ~ ~ ATTRACTIONS
CHILDREN’S NIGHT!!
5:00 ~ PATTERSON LIBRARY ~ Come say hello to our little Pygmy Goat Visitors from Sun Dance Kids Farm!!
6:30 ~ MR. & MRS. SANTA COME TO TOWN ~ TO LIGHT THE HUGE TREE IN MOORE PARK
THEN VISIT AND & TAKE PHOTOS WITH SANTA ~ ENJOY TREATS AT THE YWCA
Shops & Restaurants Open
SATURDAY 18th ~ ATTRACTIONS
Shops & Restaurants Open
HOT TODDY CRAWL ~ 11:00 ~ 4:00 ~ Participating shops and restaurants will offer COMPLIMENTARY hot & cold beverages with traditional treats reminiscent of the Dickens Era.
- Get Punch Cards and Maps at Participating Establishments.
- Look for “HOT TODDY CRAWL” sign in Store window.
- Present Punch Cards for validation with business and then turn in at the end of the day to be entered for prizes.
- Turn in locations: BLUE JUNE BLOOMS, PEACEFUL DESIGNS, OR ROSIE’S WORKSHOP
- Drawing for prizes will be held after the weekend.
HALL OF CHRISTMAS ~ Artisans & Purveyors of Fine Merchandise ~ Eason Hall, Elm Street ~ 10:00 ~ 4:00 ~ Concessions
HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE RIDES ~ 11:00 ~ 4:00 Eason Hall~ FREE
O HOLY NIGHT ~ 10:00 ~ 4:00 ~ Courtroom at Eason Hall~ A Collection of over 40 Manger Scenes made from Household Items
CAROLERS AND REFLECTIONS ~ 1:30 ~ 3:00 ~ Courtroom at Eason Hall ~ COURTESY OF THE WESTFIELD MINISTERIUM
11:00 ~ PATTERSON LIBRARY ~ MR. & MRS. SANTA VISIT FOR CHILDREN’S STORYTIME ~ MAKE & TAKE CRAFTS FOR CHILDREN ~ HALL OF TREES
Grape Discovery Center ~ 8305 WEST RTE. #20 ~ OPEN 11-5 ~ THURSDAY THRU SUNDAY EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITS & DISPLAYS OF GRAPE INDUSTRY ~ WINE TASTING ~ GIFT SHOP TREATS & DRINKS FOR ALL
11:30 ~ 2:00 ~” HOLIDAY WINE TEA” at The Grape Discovery Center
Savories, Sweets, Scones & Wine! Oh My!
JOIN MR. & MRS. SANTA FOR TEA AT ~ 12:30
WEAR A “FASCINATOR” FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A PRIZE!!!
- TICKETS ~ $25 ~ RESERVATIONS REQUIRED ~ CALL 716-326-2003 OR WWW.GRAPEDISCOVERYCENTER.COM
LAKESHORE CENTER FOR THE ARTS ~ OPEN AND DECORATED FOR CHRISTMAS ~ 11:00 ~ 4:00 ~ HOT TODDIES ~ VISIT THE BRENDA ENO ART GALLERY
CAROLERS ON MAIN STREET & THROUGHOUT THE VILLAGE VISITING SHOPS & RESTAURANTS ~ SATURDAY ONLY
5:00 ~ “LET THERE BE LIGHT” CHRISTMAS THEMED PARADE
- LIGHTS GALORE!! Floats, Vehicles, Walkers! Handouts are ENCOURAGED. With Choral & Instrumental music.
- All Welcome BUT must decorate with or carry lights!
- Entries MUST BE Family Friendly & Christmas Themed.
- Entries are judged on Uniqueness, Use of Lights, Message & Enthusiasm!
- You MUST submit an application if you want to be Judged for Prizes!!
- You do not need to submit an application if you just want to march or have a vehicle in the parade.
- 4:00pm is when LINE UP at WACS(Main Street) BEGINS.
- PARADE BEGINS at 5:00 or DUSK
- Floats can return and park on Main Street after the parade so folks can get a closer look!
- To apply please call or email Marilyn Hemmer at 716-753-6043 or jm_hemmer@hotmail.com
- Applications are also available at Eason Hall
- Applications MUST be received by NOVEMBER 13TH in order to be judged.
- Please either drop off application to Eason Hall or Mail application to: Marilyn Hemmer 7539 East Route #20 Westfield, New York 14787
- Prizes for 1st Place - $300, 2nd Place - $200, 3rd Place - $100
- Honorable Mention Prizes - $50
- Award presentation will be at Grace & Abe’s after the Parade has concluded. Join us for the presentation to celebrate and grab a snack while you are there!
- Prizes are Sponsored by Kevin Daughrity of GRACE & ABE’S BREW PUB.
SUNDAY 19TH ATTRACTIONS
Hall Of Christmas ~ Horse Drawn Carriage Rides ~ Grape Discovery Ccenter ~ O HOLY NIGHT ~
Christmas Tree Wonderland ~
ALL CONTINUE with same times and locations.
PLUS:
2:00 ~ 4:00 ~ HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE ~ MCCLURG MUSEUM
Come in & Enjoy a COMPLIMENTARY Sweet Treat
The McClurg is decorated beautifully for the Holidays.
Holiday Window Decorating Contest: Open to all businesses in the Village and Town. Free to participate and hosted by the Chamber of Commerce. Must register to participate. Votes will be done by text voting and the window with the most votes won! Prizes for 1st place, 2nd place, and 3rd place. Please see the Chamber Website or contact Staunzie Grady for details. www.chautauquachamber.org or email sgrady@chqchamber.org.
Also Featured:
- Franklin’s Popcorn, Cotton Candy, Honey, and Candy Apples
- May have A “BUILD A SNOWMAN” event in Moore Park if it snows!
- CALL OR EMAIL MARILYN HEMMER FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS. (716) 753-6043 OR jm_hemmer@hotmail.com