DECEMBER
- paulette275
- Nov 5
- 1 min read
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
Register: www.theholyleague.org
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