Join us for the Annual Hawley Winterfest, December 12, 13 & 14, 2008

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Friday, December 12th

6 p.m. Opening Ceremony & Bonfire

Bingham Park Sandy Gabrielson, Master of Ceremonies. Music by the students of the Wallenpaupack Area High School Ensemble.
FREE hot chocolate will be served.

6 p.m. Hensel Photo Exhibit

Hawley Municipal Building Visitors will discover images of life in the area 100 years ago reproduced from the Hawley Public Library’s archives of Louis Hensel photographic plates.
229 Main Avenue

5 p.m.-7 p.m. A White Christmas Celebration

The Looking Glass Enjoy an impressive sneak-peek at works by master Art Gallery artist, Steve White.
229 Main Avenue

5:30 p.m. Winterfest Opening Celebration Dinner

Torte Knox $45 per person. Reservations 570.226.8200
301 Main Ave.

8 p.m. Performance by The Virgin Consort

Queen of Peace Church An elegant blend of traditional and Victorian carols and Medieval and Renaissance sacred works, sung by an ensemble of 8 superb voices
314 Chestnut Avenue Advance
Tickets, $15, for sale at Settlers Inn (570) 226-2993 or Hawley Library (570) 226-4620

Saturday, December 13th

All Aboard the Winterfest Express!

Climb on board the famed Stourbridge Line and ride the rails from Honesdale to Hawley. Enjoy music and other entertainment as you travel over the river and through the woods. Experience a warm welcome at the Hawley Train Station and enjoy all the festivities and finery of the Winterfest celebration before returning to Honesdale.

noon-5 p.m. Winterfest Express

Wayne County Chamber Bundle up for a 5 hour round-trip ride, with a layover of Commerce for Hawley’s Winterfest. See the Victorian town dressed in its holiday finest. Train leaves Honesdale at noon and arrives in Hawley at 12:45.

32 Commercial Street | Honesdale, PA | Call 800-433-9008 or (570) 253-1960 for reservations.
Adults: $18; Children 12 & Under: $15

10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Holiday House Tours (Click here for futher information)

at the door.Tickets available at Hawley Public Library, Miss Elly's Antiques, Poindexter's & Penny Lane Candies. Call (570) 226-4064 for tickets. After the tour, stop in the cafe at the corner of Church & Penn Street for complimentary refreshments– included in your ticket price.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. 1st Annual Juried Winterfest Arts & Crafts Fair

Hawley Kindergarten Center Gymnasium
$3 Admission

11 a.m.-2 p.m. Create a Holiday Card

Hawley Public Library Sponsored by The Boat House Restaurant
Main Avenue

11 a.m.-2 p.m. Create a Holiday Card

Hawley Public Library Sponsored by The Boat House Restaurant
Main Avenue

3 p.m.-6 p.m. Winterfest Art Show

Artisan Picture Framing and Art Gallery. Featuring original artwork by distinguished local artists, and photographs of Wallenpaupack area scenes by Peter Daniel.
204 Main Avenue Wine & Cheese reception.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Portraits with Santa & Mrs. Claus

Penny Lane Candies & Candles Snap a photo with the jolly old elf himself.
602 Church St. Receive one 4x6 digital print in 10 minutes from Amanda Meyer Photography. $8

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Paul Mang, Northeast Wilderness Experience:

Hawley Train Station Snow Shoe Display and Guided Trips Information.

Noon-5 p.m. Hensel Photo Exhibit

Hawley Municipal Building Visitors will discover images of life in the area 100 years ago reproduced from the Hawley Public Library’s archives of Louis Hensel photographic plates.
229 Main Avenue

10 a.m.-2 p.m. 7th Annual Cookie

First Presbyterian Church Walk and Victorian Luncheon
815 Church Street Over 5,000 homemade gourmet cookies and candies for sale. Also a Victorian luncheon is being served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Victorian Luncheon $7.00 For information, call (570) 226-8799

10 a.m.-Noon Lace Making and Tatting Demonstration

Settlers Inn Demonstrations of the intricate craft that dates back to the late 15th-early 16th century when the fabric was a sign of prestige and wealth.
4 Main Avenue

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Christmas Tree Sales at Winterfest Tree Farm

Hawley Train Station Select a beautiful freshly cut tree. Santas helpers will help get it to your car. Also, choose from handmade wreaths and crafts.

11 a.m.-5 p.m. Downtown Hawley Partnership

Hawley Cultural & Creative Winterfest Information Booth
Arts Center Lobby | Church Street

Noon-5 p.m. Wine & Cheese Reception

The Potting Shed Enjoy hot mulled wine plus 15% off your purchase during Winterfest.
4 Main Avenue

11 a.m.-1 p.m. Gingerbread Cookie Decorating

Hawley Public Library Children and Adults can decorate tasty gingerbread cookies in the spirit of the season.
103 Main Avenue For information, call (570) 226-4620. FREE

1 p.m.-3 p.m. Ice Carving by Ice Works

Falls Port Inn Watch as a professional ice carver turns blocks of ice into shimmering works of art.
Main Avenue & Church St.

1 p.m.-3 p.m. Meet National Animal Artist Mary Badenhop

Waldorf Catsoria Signing of original ornaments, gifts. Refreshments served.
231 Main Ave.

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Chef Demonstrations

Misc-Essentials Join us at our new location for professional cooking demonstrations throughout the day.
Rt. 6

Noon-4 p.m. Horse and Carriage Rides

Miss Elly’s Antiques & Such $10 per person.Weather permitting.
Church Street

Noon-3 p.m. Vintage Vinyl by DJ "RB"

Hawley Antique Exchange Dealer Robert Bruce will play vintage vinyl from his own large collection of 20th Century music. Included will be Big Band, early jazz, holiday selections and great music to dance to!
Route 6

11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. 1902 Lunch

Torte Knox Enjoy a luncheon menu typical of those served at the White House at the beginning of the 20th Century.
301 Main Avenue For information and reservations, call 1-866-U-CAN-COOK

Noon - 2p.m. Cafe 215

Free picture with Santa. Cookies & Hot Chocolatefor $1.00
215 Main Ave
226-2570

1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. “Jingle Bell Jazz”

Hawley Public Library with the Doug Smith Lexington Jazz Trio, local musicians whose skills range from Dixieland and Big Band to reggae, jazz and experimental.
103 Main Avenue

1 p.m.-4 p.m. Lace Making and Tatting Demonstration

Hawley Public Library Demonstrations of the intricate craft that dates back to the late 15th-early 16th century when the fabric was a sign of prestige and wealth.
103 Main Avenue

2:30 p.m. "Gnome Alone"

The Ritz Theatre A FREE holiday show filled with laughs for the entire Keystone Street family! Enjoy this original play by W.A. Gabrielson and roll with laughter as a cast of characters entertain your holiday spirit.

4 p.m.-8 p.m. A White Christmas

The Looking Glass Enjoy an opening of impressive works by master Art Gallery artist, Steve White.
229 Main Avenue

6:30 p.m. The Road to Bethlehem, Living Nativity

Hawley Methodist Church Guided tour presented by children & adults. No charge.

Sunday, December 14th

9 a.m.-noon Breakfast with Santa

Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Restaurant (570) 226-2124.
Adults $14.95, children $6.95; under 3 free. Reservations required.
Route 507,Tafton

Noon-4 p.m. Pictures With Santa & Mrs. Claus

Penny Lane Candies & Candles Snap a photo with the jolly old elf himself.
602 Church St. Receive one 4x6 digital print in 10 minutes from Amanda Meyer Photography. $8

11 a.m.-5 p.m. Christmas Tree Sales at Winterfest Tree Farm

Hawley Train Station Select a beautiful freshly cut tree. Santa’s elves will help get it to your car. Also, choose from handmade wreaths and crafts.

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Winterfest Enchanted Brunch

Torte Knox $25 per person. Lobster Benedict Brunch 301 Main Ave. www.torteknox.com or (570) 226-8200 for more information.

Noon-3 p.m. Downtown Hawley Partnership

Hawley Cultural & Creative Winterfest Information Booth
Arts Center Lobby, Church Street

Noon-4 p.m. Horse and Carriage Rides

Miss Elly’s Antiques & Such $10 per person. Weather permitting.
Church Street

1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Joyful Ringers Bell Choir

Hawley Methodist Church Ring in the holiday season with a time-honored concert of holiday music provided by the bell choir of the Hawley United Methodist Church. Light refreshments served.

3 p.m.-6 p.m. Winterfest Art Show

Artisan Picture Framing and Art Gallery. Featuring original artwork by distinguished local artists, Art Gallery and photographs of Wallenpaupack area scenes by Peter Daniel.
204 Main Avenue Wine & cheese reception.

3 p.m. Winterfest Art Show Raffle Drawing

Artisan Picture Framing and Art Gallery. The feature prize is a charming, custom framed,watercolor & painting of a Hawley winter scene. This painting is the fourth in a series by prominent local artist Barbara Briden.

Noon-3 p.m. Create a Holiday Craft

Poindexter’s Toys & Games
Main Avenue

11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Winterfest Brunch with Music

Settlers Inn by Harpist Diane O’Malley
Diane O’Malley is an accomplished performer of contemporary, classical and original music that flows from her heart to her harp. The perfect accompaniment for a holiday brunch featuring a classic menu of holiday favorites. Visit www.thesettlersinn.com/events.htm for details. Advance reservations suggested.
Call (570) 226-2993 or (800) 833-8527.

1 p.m.-3 p.m. Hensel Photo Exhibit

Hawley Municipal Building Visitors will discover images of life in the area 100 years ago.
229 Main Avenue

2:30 p.m. "Gnome Alone"

The Ritz Theatre Keystone Street
A FREE holiday show filled with laughs for the entire family! Enjoy this original play by W.A. Gabrielson and roll with
laughter as a cast of characters entertain your holiday spirit.

3 p.m. Voices of Joy Community Chorus

Hawley Presbyterian Church Carols & songs directed by Joy Debbins