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EVENTS: Christmas Eve Service at Harry Dunham, Downtown Caroling

Some longtime traditions, a new tradition, among this week's upcoming special events.

For some people, this is the most wonderful time of the year.

But whether you are celebrating Christmas or Hanukkah or neither, you can assume that this may be a somewhat quiet next few days coming up as far as public activities.

Not quite, though! There are holiday-related celebrations open to the public, as well as a few other events to keep you busy if you have some spare time.

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Weight Watchers at the Olde Mill Inn
When/Where: Either 9 a.m. or second 6 p.m. session on Thursday at the 225 Route 202 in Basking Ridge.
Why go: You have to ask? Even if you don't put the calorie-counting in effect this week, you can plan your Jan. 1 resolution.
Cost: Free introductory

Christmas Eve in The Hills
When/Where:
Christmas Eve Day, Saturday, a unique Christmas service in a township park, to be presented by in the pavilion at Harry Dunham Park at the edge of Liberty Corner and near The Hills in Basking Ridge.
Why go: At the informal service, to which everyone is invited but children might especially enjoy, Rev. Rick Morley says, "We'll sing carols, we'll retell the story of the birth of Jesus, and we'll pray for peace and goodwill." The service will follow with Christmas cookies, hot cocoa, and Christmas cheer.
Cost: Free

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When/Where: Saturday from 7 to 7:30 p.m. in Basking Ridge center, at the holiday tree. Caroling song sheets handed out at 6:45 p.m. Brass band members can show up to join the band at 6 p.m., Westminster Hall,
Why Go: A local tradition since 1924, just show up and sing. Christmas Eve services immediately following at some local churches.
Cost: Free

Chanukah for Adults
When/Where: Shabbat service at 6:30 p.m., with 7:30 p.m. kosher Chinese buffet on Friday at the Chabad Jewish Center at Basking Ridge, 3048 Valley Road in Basking Ridge. Simultaneous children's program.
Why go: Appreciate that Chanukah can be for adults, too, and let your kids celebrate separately that night.
Cost: $25 adults, $10 children, $100 sponsorship. RSVP online, or call 908-604-8844, ext. 229.

Hanukkah Happening at Temple B'Nai Or
When/Where: Friday at 6:30 p.m. at Temple B'Nai Or, Morristown
Why Go: You want to enjoy the camaraderie, sing songs, enjoy sweets.
Cost: Free 


Where/When: Thursday at 8:30 p.m. at , 2 Changebridge Road, Montville.
Why Go: Relieve holiday stress, brush up on your dance skills before New Year's, by getting on the floor and dancing the night away.
Cost: $15

Mike Tannenbaum Lights the Menorah
When/Where: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Reasoner Park, Fairmount Avenue and Firehouse Plaza in Madison
Why go: Because how often does a Christmas tree light a menorah? And how often can you throw sports — with Jets' general manager and Basking Ridge resident Tannenbaum — into the mix? Celebrate the Festival of Lights with Rabbi Shalom Lubin and local officials, too.
Price: Free.

Charles Dickens' A Christmas CarolWhen/Where: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 23, 24 and 25, 8 p.m. at , 36 Madison Ave, Madison.
Why go: What's Christmas without Scrooge, especially in this new incarnation of the funny, dark, and haunting morality tale.
Cost: $32-55

Children's Christmas Pageant
What/When: Saturday at 4 p.m. at St. Martin's Episcopal Church on Washington Valley Road in Bridgewater
Why Go:
To get in the Christmas spirit with a children's pageant.
Cost: Free

The Nutcracker
What/When: New Jersey Ballet will perform “The Nutcracker” at at 100 South Street in Morristown through Dec. 26.
Why go: The annual favorite features dancing (of course), along with a live orchestra and special effects.
Cost: Tickets cost $19 to $59. For tickets and information, call 973-539-8008 or visit MayoArts.org.


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