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DECEMBER

  • paulette275
  • Nov 5
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Updated: Nov 26


The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights

Nov. 28 to Dec. 30 (except Christmas day), 5 to 9 p.m.

8840 N.E. Skidmore St.

Portland, OR 97220

Enter at N.E. 85th and Sandy


A walk-through event across the sanctuary grounds

Millions of Christmas lights

Puppet shows in the plaza tent at the top of each hour

Grotto Carolers perform at the bottom of each hour

Choirs from schools, churches, civic groups perform in the Chapel of Mary

Snacks and beverages available for purchase

Free parking with assistance from parking attendants

Dress for cold, evening weather for the one-quarter mile stroll

A non-perishable food donation for SnowCap is appreciated.

On-line ticket purchase is discounted from purchase at the gate

Information: 503-254-7371 or email events@thegrotto.org



Holy League Catholic Men's Conference

Dec. 6, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

St. Joseph Catholic Church

721 Chemeketa St. N.E.

Salem, OR 97301


"To Jesus through Mary, the path of strength"

Speakers: Deacon Dave Dinuzzo, Justin Fatica, Deacon James Thurman

Morning Mass with Archbishop Alexander Sample

Information: David Norman 503-407-2444



The Madeleine Marketplace

Holiday Bazaar & Christmas Tree Lighting

Fri., Dec. 12, 2 to 8 p.m.

St. Mary Magdalene (The Madeleine) School and Parish

3123 N.E. 24th Ave.

Portland, OR 97212


50 vendors: food, jewelry, clothes, crafts, chili and Churros

Tree lighting at 6 p.m.

Photos with Santa

Christmas caroling

Cookie decorating

Bake Sale

Hot chocolate for children; Signature Baileys hot cocoa for adults

Beer and wine

503-281-5777




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