Holiday Wonderland - Charles Deering Estate Events - Miami November 30, 2008
Miami, Florida 33157
Holiday Wonderland - Deering Estate at Cutler
Daily from Mon., December 1 until Wed., December 31 South Miami/Kendall/South Dade
Halls Already DeckedGet your first taste of the season with these holiday trimmings.
Written by: NATALIE P. MCNEAL for MiamiNewTimes
Miami doesn't need snow for Christmas. Hell, we’ve got palm trees aplenty just waiting for lights to be wrapped around their endlessly long trunks. Add a sprinkle of tinsel and you’re good to go! No? If you’re less than impressed with the trees lining Biscayne Boulevard, we’ve got some bedecked branches worth visiting.
Begin at the Village of Merrick Park (358 San Lorenzo Ave., Coral Gables). Its tree-lighting ceremony took place last week, but the 50-foot, 55,000-light tree is worth visiting just for photo opportunities.
Every Saturday in December, the mall will host special holiday shopping events from 2 to 6 p.m. Visit http://www.villageofmerrickpark.com.
For down-south dwellers, the Deering Estate at Cutler will put you in the yuletide spirit faster than you can say “ho, ho, ho.” Throughout December, visitors can check out the elaborate decorations on proud display, including more than 600 yards of ribbon, 900 feet of garland, 20 handmade wreaths, and thousands of handmade ornaments.
The tree won’t get lit till December 5, with a special ceremony from 7 to 9 p.m., but you can sneak in early to soak up the ambiance. Upcoming events at the estate will annoy the Scrooges in your family and delight the little ones.
Mark your calendar for the “Holiday Under the Stars" concert December 6 and “Story Time with Santa” December 13 and 20. Call 305-235-1668, or visit http://www.deeringestate.org.
Found On: http://www.miaminewtimes.com/events/holiday-wonderland-1248318/
Official Website: http://www.deeringestate.org
Added by ladyirene on November 23, 2008
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Village of Merrick Park
358 San Lorenzo Ave, Suite 3000
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
(305) 529-0200
Mall Hours: Monday-Saturday: 10:00am-9:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Holiday Hours
11/27 CLOSED
11/28 9 am to 10 pm
11/29 10 am to 10 pm
11/30 11 am to 7 pm
http://www.villageofmerrickpark.com/html/mallinfo.asp
You are cordially invited to enter a shopping destination like no other. A place where fashion and style come to life in a quaint Village brimming with fountains, lush tropical foliage and a serene garden to relax and enjoy the sunshine.
A stroll through the gardens at Village of Merrick Park will lead you to such world-class boutiques as Artefacto, CH Carolina Herrera, Juicy Couture, Gucci, Pottery Barn Kids, Hugo Boss, La Perla and many more shops you know and love.
It's all here. You have arrived at Village of Merrick Park. Welcome.
http://www.villageofmerrickpark.com/html/mallinfo.asp
Thanksgiving Weekend Shopping Events
Stroll through the Village of Merrick Park, enjoy music in The Garden, children’s activities on all three levels and visit participating merchants for special offers.
11/28/2008 - 11/29/2008 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
http://www.villageofmerrickpark.com/html/EventDetail.asp?ecd=164683
Strolling Carolers - Enjoy the Holiday season as you stroll through the Village of Merrick Park while listening to glorious harmonies by Holiday Carolers.
Sundays, December 7, 14 and 21 DATE(S) TIME LOCATION
12/7/2008 - 12/21/2008 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
http://www.villageofmerrickpark.com/html/EventDetail.asp?ecd=164686