23rd Annual Christmas by the Sea

Ogunquit’s Christmas by the Sea

This year marks Ogunquit’s 23^rd Annual Christmas by the Sea weekend. Weather permitting, it is scheduled for Friday, December 11 through Sunday, December 13. Check back with the Ogunquit calendar of events for any change in dates or events due to the weather.

Friday evening features all the traditional events: carolers, the Handbell choir concert, town tree lighting and the beach bonfire. At the tree lighting, the winner of the town-wide decorating contest will be announced.

Saturday is chock full of activities, sure to please children and adults alike. Of course Santa sails into Perkins Cove to be whisked away by fire truck to the Fire Station for a 9:30 appointment with waiting children. Day long events include the annual hayrides, an Arts and Crafts show, and a basement bazaar. Throughout the day, there will be Holiday storytelling, a chowder and chocolatefest (area restaurants compete), kids’ ornament making, a Christmas parade, a candlelight walk to the Living Manger and the Barbershop Quartet concert  at the Ogunquit Baptist Church.

Hayrides continue on Sunday and be sure to save a few dollars for the annual 50% off sale at our favorite shop in town, Spoiled Rotten. Yep, everything in the store is 50% off -what a way to shop for Christmas!! It’s held on Monday, December 14^th, the day after the weekend… There is plenty of availability here at the Falls to stay over for the special sale event- Reserve soon….

Angelina’s Wine Dinner a Blast!

Another Great Wine Dinner

This past Saturday, The Falls held the second wine /dinner at Angelina’s. We thought the first one was great, but this one proved to be even better. 40 Vacation Club owners signed up within three days of the announcement and despite 6.3 inches of rain, everyone showed up.

By the second glass of wine, no-one cared that it was raining cats and dogs!

Five courses of wonderful food (and lots of it) accompanied by appropriate wines with each course, and the smiles were wide spread, the conversation volume was up and owners had made lots of new friends. Good thing Angelina’s is just next door- no-one had to drive far to get home…..

Many of the owners who were there had attended the first wine/dinner, so be sure to watch for the next scheduled dinner- you won’t want to miss it!!!!

LL Bean for the Holidays

LL Bean Holiday special events

Don’t miss the Northern Lights celebration this year, running from 11/20/09 to 1/1/10.  Starting with the Christmas Tree lighting on November 20, join the annual celebration featuring a host of activities to make your holidays memorable. Enjoy special traditions, including kids’ activities, old-fashioned carriage rides and more fun events. L L Bean is located in Freeport, Maine, a short hour or so drive from The Falls. So, spend some holiday time at LL Bean to rediscover the traditions of the season..

At the Tree lighting Ceremony, on Friday, November 20 at 7 p.m., with the flick of a switch the whole L L Bean campus will glow with holiday cheer. See one of the largest trees in the state alight with thousands of multi-colored energy efficient LED lights. The Don Cambell Band will add great music to the festivities-Don’t miss it!

Old- fashioned Carriage Rides are available on Saturday and Sundays from 1-7 p.m. from November 21-December 27.

L L Bean is offering complimentary Valet Parking  on weekends between November 27 through December 13, and daily from December 18 through January 2.

Each weekend there are multiple events scheduled from book signings to Weekend Workshops to learn about snowshoeing, cross country skiing, fly tying and more.

Freeport’s Moonlight Madness Shopping Celebration is on Friday, November 27 at 12 a.m. There will be refreshments, activities and special discounts all around town.

Freeport’s Annual Sparkle Weekend is December 4-6. The whole town gets in the spirit! There’s an annual parade, a talking Christmas tree, Carolers , cocoa and, of course, a visit with Santa!

The list goes on-don’t miss out this season!!!!

Exploring Maine’s Coastal Forest

This is one of our guest enjoying some heavy lifting while out on the trail during our famous deep woods excursion.  Hiking through the woods, fields, and beaches of Maine is the best way to experience our unique topography.  This hike takes participants through old world home sites, granite ridgelines, and unique rock and water formations.  Participants get to see the sights while getting their exercise!  So, make sure you come prepared with the proper outdoor clothing to keep you comfortable on our new excursions.