Here is another fun way to start off your holiday season plus you can donate to a local non-profit group at the same time. Read on for the details.
Feeling the urge to shop local this season? The Villageof Milford is transformed into a winter wonderland this time of year, filled with dozens of delightful, one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants decked out for the holidays in this friendly and fabulous downtown.
Experience the magic ofMilfordon Thursday, Dec. 1, during the Village’s annual Christmas Open House, a Norman Rockwell-inspired hometown Christmas shopping experience throughout downtown’sMain Streetfrom 5:45 to 9 p.m.
Choir groups and strolling musicians will walk the streets singing holiday songs throughout the evening and Santa Claus will arrive at 6 p.m. on a fire truck to spread holiday cheer inCenterStreetPark.
After his arrival, Santa Claus will remain for visits and photos from 6 to 9 p.m. in downtownMilford’s Village Center Mall (400 N.Main), located onMain StreetatCenter Street.
Santa returns toMilfordon additional Thursday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. through Dec. 22, and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., through Dec. 17.
Open House visitors are encouraged to bring a canned/dry food donation for local nonprofit, Community Sharing, which provides food and other social services to local families all year. Upon donation, they will receive a glow stick that will light the way during the festive holiday caroling.
Nostalgic carriage rides will also be offered throughout the evening. Carriage ride cost is a donation to Community Sharing.
For more information please visit www.meetmeinmilford.com.
