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This Weekend: Holiday Happenings at the Crystal Mall, Barefoot Truth at the Garde

Don't miss the toy drive and holiday fair in Oakdale, tree lighting, parade and Santa in Mystic, Serrano family fundraiser and more!

 

This weekend is all about the holidays—and we’re not kidding. While turkey may be the first thing on your mind, understandably, we have plenty more festive activities for you to enjoy. We’ve got your craft fairs, toy drives, charity opportunities, holiday happenings and more stuffed into our weekend planner. So here’s the bottom line—do a little shopping, fit in some holiday fun and eat a whole lot of stuffing.

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WHERE/WHEN: Sale will be held in the Grand Pequot Ballroom on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

WHY GO: Candles, wreaths, jewelry, seasonal decorations and more!

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PRICING: Free admission.

TOYS FOR TOTS, SUPPORT OUR VETERANS EVENTS AT

WHERE/WHEN: Stop by the Veterans’ Support table on the lower level in front of Sears starting on Thursday. Toys for Tots collection kicks off on Friday in front of F.Y.E.

WHY GO: Visit the mall for more than those Black Friday specials!

PRICING: No charge.

SERRANO FAMILY BENEFIT VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

WHERE/WHEN: Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fitch High School

WHY GO: Bump, set, spike for the Serrano family!

PRICING: Alumni individual fee is $25, alumni team is $120, non-alumni team is $130.

WHERE/WHEN: Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. at the Chesterfield Fire House in Oakdale.

WHY GO: Toy drive, holiday fair, “Touch a Truck” and more!

PRICING: Free!

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WHERE/WHEN: Santa arrives at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Mystic River Park dock. Tree lighting is at 6 p.m. Saturday, with parade following at 6:20 p.m.

WHY GO: You’ve already eaten the turkey, it’s time for Christmas fun!

PRICING: No charge.

BAREFOOT TRUTH WITH OPENER THE SWEET REMAINS

WHERE/WHEN: Saturday at 8 p.m. at the Garde Arts Center.

WHY GO: Don’t miss this indie favorite from Mystic!

PRICING: $15 general admission.

 

Still need more to keep busy? Here are some ideas:

: They hit the Wolf Den stage on Thursday at 7 p.m.

: This season’s tours kick off on Saturday at Mystic Seaport!

: Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the VFW in Uncasville. Pet photos are $5. Unlimited “Bark-wiser” and “Mutt-lite” with a $10 donation.

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