jOIN US ON SATURDAY DEC. 7, 2024 FOR OUR Kent community holiday fest
SHOP LOCAL during the holiday season and support the independent small businesses in Kent.
**Parade of Lights at 6:00 PM along Main Street**
Post Parade of Lights party at the Firehouse (28 Maple Street). Stop in after the parade to enjoy a sing along, DJ dancing, hot dogs and ice cream
Check out just some of the sales, events and more happening during the day on Sat. 12/7/24:
Kent Memorial Library: Annual Holiday Boutique - gift books, children’s books, scarves, jewelry, holiday CDs, cards, glassware, knick-knacks, stocking stuffers, pictures frames, small gifts and much more! Open 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
11:00 AM - Puppy Storytime with Lee Sohl ~ Join Lee Sohl and her dogs for storytime! Meet in the Junior Room. Children of all ages are welcome to participate. Registration is appreciated; please call or email the Junior Room to register or for more information or register online.
3:00 to 5:00 PM - Festive Crafts with the Kent Quilters - Join the Kent Quilters in the Junior Room for a selection of fun crafts! Children of all ages are welcome to participate.
3:00 to 5:00 PM - Adult coloring and Holiday Card Making Station - a relaxing holiday festivity before the parade. Materials provided or bring your own! Free but please register here.
Terston Home Accents & Apparel: Spend $100 or more to win a festive tablecloth and 8 napkins. Wardrobe promo: buy a top/sweater and get pants/jeans half off (higher price prevails). Serving cookies throughout the afternoon!
Tarot in Thyme: 10% off almost everything in the store (consignment items not included).
Kent Greenhouse & Gardens:
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM: Wreath making workshop (Session 1). Sign up HERE (required) | $75 for adults, $45 for youth. Unleash your creativity and design a beautiful holiday wreath to take home. Includes all materials and step-by-step guidance
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM: Local Baker Cookie Contest. No sign up required; free to attend. Taste and vote for your favorite cookies as local bakers compete for the title of “Best Holiday Cookie!”
1:00 to 2:00 PM: Create-A-Castle Demonstration. No sign up required; free to attend. Meet local entrepreneurs Kevin and Laurie Lane and watch them bring holiday magic to life with their innovative sand and snow sculpting kits.
2:00 to 3:00 PM: Wreath making workshop (Session 2). Sign up HERE (required) | $75 for adults, $45 for youth. Missed the morning session? Here’s another chance to craft a stunning holiday wreath! Includes all materials and step-by-step guidance
2:00 to 5:00 PM: Pet Photos with Santa. No sign up required | Donation encouraged. Bring your furry friends for a festive photo with Santa! Donations will benefit Animal Welfare Society of New Milford. Perfect for your holiday cards!
4:00 to until Town Events End: Free Parking for the Parade of Lights! NO sign up required! Park with us and walk to town to enjoy the holiday parade, hassle-free.
Complimentary cider and hot cocoa throughout the day!
Kent Quilters: Will be set up at the Kent Memorial Library, selling their beautiful quilts, working towards their goal of a $10,000 donation for the Kent Volunteer Fire Department.
Heron Shop: Open until 8:00 PM on Sat. 12/7. Small toy giveaway for kids!
Lynette’s Precocious Preserves: Will be set up on the porch of the Kent Station Pharmacy, featuring Holiday Jams, quick breads and fudge!
Pebbles Bakery: Will be set up on the porch of the Kent Station Pharmacy with baked goods and complimentary hot chocolate.
Fife ‘n Drum Gift Shop: Open until 7:00 PM and serving cookies!
Kent Land Trust will hold their annual meeting from 3:00 to 4:30 PM at the Kent Community House. All Welcome for cheer and refreshments to this festive celebration!
Kent Historical Society will be participating in the Holiday Market at the Kent Barns from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
William Pitt/Sotheby’s Intl Realty will be serving ice cream from Kimberly Farms at the celebration at the Firehouse after the Parade of Lights.
Non-profits set up on the Golden Falcon Lot (20 North Main Street) include:
Kent Community Nursery School featuring baked goods by Rosie’s Kitchen | Marvelwood School will serve hot cider and cookies | The Kent Dispatch: Kid Reporter activity and raise awareness about our end of year fundraising campaign (donations are currently being matched dollar-for-dollar!).
Also: The Annual Kent Gingerbread Festival will be held throughout December
Kent is home to over 30 distinctive shops and galleries where you can find everything from stylish clothing, one-of-a-kind antiques, artwork, books, toys for kids, delicious teas and coffees, gifts, amazing jewelry to trendy western boots.
Once you have shopped to your heart’s content, head to one of Kent’s fine restaurants for dinner where you will find unique menu items to compliment your visit.
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