CALENDAR

30 FRIDAY

Heywood Hospital Aid's Annual Evergreen Fair will be held today from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the hospital, 242 Green St.,

Gardner. Evergreens, wreaths, swags and boxwoods will be for sale, along with theme baskets, baked goods, crafts and raffles.

A Christmas Bazaar will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. at St. Mark's Church, 60 West St., Leominster The bazaar will feature children's games, gift baskets, photos with Santa, baked goods, attic treasures, country store, crafts, refreshments and toys. Call (978) 537-3560.

A gala celebration to mark Finland's 90 years of independence will be held at 6 p.m. at the Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel, 150 Royal Plaza Drive, Fitchburg. The event will feature dinner, program and dancing. Tickets are $30 per person and need to be purchased in advance by calling (978) 343-3822.

30 FRIDAY

An Open House Gathering will be held from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at Attaviano Salon, 166 Hamilton St., Leominster. Enjoy a girls night out with free holiday glitz and glamour make up tips, free hair consultations, free hand massage and paraffin dips, complimentary wine tasting, and holiday gifts. Call (978) 534-2999.

The Christian Performing Arts Center will perform "It's a Wonderful Life" at 7 p.m. at Fitchburg High School, 140 Arn How Road. Call (978) 345-2915.

Stratton Players will perform "A Murder Has Been Arranged" at 8 p.m. at the Stratton Playhouse, 60 Wallace Ave., Fitchburg. Call (978) 345-6066.

1 SATURDAY

A Christmas Bazaar will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Mark's Church, 60 West St., Leominster. The bazaar will feature children's games, gift baskets, photos with Santa, baked goods, attic treasures, country store, crafts, refreshments, and toys. Call (978) 537-3560.

Crocker Elementary School will host a North Pole Breakfast from 9 to 11 a.m. at the school, 200 Bigelow Drive, Fitchburg. A pancake breakfast will be available. Cost is $4 for adults, $2 for children. This event will feature crafts, class basket raffles, and pictures with Santa.

A Christmas Open House will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Westminster Historical Society, 110 Main St. Enjoy a cup of coffee or hot cider with cookies next to the fireplace, shopping in the Gift Shop, and a bake sale. Call (978) 874-5569.

First Church of Templeton, located on the common, will hold its annual Christmas Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Handcrafted gifts, theme basket raffles, handmade wreaths and crafts, baked goods, Kringle's Kid Korner, Chinese auction, attic treasures, silent auction and lunch. Call (978) 939-2784.

The Church of the Guardian Angels of Love and Enlightenment, located at 69 West West, Leominster, will host a Psychic and Crafts Fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The fair will feature readings, gems, candles, Christmas gifts and more. Free admission. Call (978) 534-5982.

A Holiday Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Fitchburg Lodge of Elks #847. The fair will feature a Silent Auction, baked goods, lottery tree raffle, crafters, baskets, and more. To reserve a vendor table, call the lodge at (978) 342-9032 and leave your contact info or e-mail secretary847@ aol.com.

Animal Photos With Santa will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Horse and Buggy Feed, 380 School St., Winchendon. Cost is $10 and includes photo, doggie treat, human snacks and hot cider. All proceeds to benefit the Ahimsa Haven Animal Rescue building fund.

Miss Emma's Tea will host a Royal Princess Gala, featuring Cinderella, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Best Western Royal Plaza, 150 Royal Plaza Drive, Fitchburg. The event will feature tea sandwiches, fruit, princess tier-cakes, musical games and dancing, picture opportunities with Cinderella, and princess favors. Ages 3 and up. Tickets are $20. Call (978) 537-6945.

The Church of the Good Shepherd, 10 Wachusett St., Fitchburg will host a Victorian Christmas Tea and Doll Display in the Church Hall. Sittings will be at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. All are invited to bring their favorite doll or Teddy Bear. For information, or to make reservations, call (978) 342-2690. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for seniors and children under 12 (free admission for children under 6 years of age).

The City of Leominster will celebrate its annual Holiday Stroll from 3 to 6 p.m. in downtown Leominster. A parade will be held at 2:30 p.m. through the streets of Leominster. After the parade, enjoy a Santa's village, hayrides, ice sculptures, puppet show, Hanukah activities, story times, crafts, face painting, magicians, wine tasting, visit with Santa, refreshments and "Reindeer rides." A tree lighting will be held at 6 p.m. Call (978) 534-7500.

A Living Nativity will be performed from 6 to 8 p.m. today and Sunday, Dec. 2, at Our Savior Lutheran Church, junction routes 2A and 140, Westminster. Free. Call (978) 874-2504.

F-Troop Inc. will host a Christmas Party at 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 484 Lancaster St., Leominster. The evening will feature music by Neurotic Gumbo, snack, appetizers, and a raffle. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the Leominster American Harley Davidson, 1437 Central St.; Forty's, 1030 Central St.; or by contacting Tony Lastella at (978) 537- 3070.

The Christian Performing Arts Center will perform "It's a Wonderful Life" at 7 p.m. at Fitchburg High School, 140 Arn How Road. Call (978) 345-2915.

The Boulder Coffeehouse presents "Music For The Season" at 7:30 p.m. at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church of Fitchburg, 923 Main St., upper common. Each performer will bring something special to the evening's mix of seasonal music. Proceeds from the $5 suggested donation will be split between the host church and Montachusett Interfaith Hospitailty Network. Call (978) 345-2661.

Stratton Players will perform "A Murder Has Been Arranged" at 8 p.m. at the Stratton Playhouse, 60 Wallace Ave., Fitchburg. Call (978) 345-6066.

The Montachusett Twirlers Square Dance Club will hold a Mainstream and Plus Square and Round Dance from 8 to 10:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 1400 John Fitch Highway, Fitchburg. Call (978) 348- 1515 or (978) 534-9370.

2 SUNDAY

A Rummage Sale and Flea Market will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Congregation Agudat Achim, 268 Washington St.,

Leominster. Winter sports equipment, games, coats, small furniture, and more will be available for sale.

"A Taste of Greece" will be presented by Holy Trinity Philoptochos from noon to 4 p.m. at 1319 Main St., Fitchburg. Baked lamb or Greek-style chicken, potatoes, green beans, Greek salad, bread and coffee will be served. Tickets are $13 for lamb dinner; $9 for chicken dinner; $7 for Spanakopita dinner. Greek pastries will be available for sale. Call Loula Roumbakis at (978) 343-3601 or the church office at (978) 342-1216.

International crafts, music, and seasonal treats will kindle the spirit of the upcoming holidays at a Global Ornaments family workshop from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Fitchburg Art Museum, Merriam Parkway. Make and take home hand-made ornaments for gift-giving or home décor. Reservations must be made by Nov. 30. Call (978) 345- 4207, Ext. 303 Paula Meola Dance & Performing Arts, Inc. will perform "The Nutcracker" ballet at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. in the Stratos G. Dukakis Performing Arts Center, Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical High School, Route 2A, Fitchburg. For tickets, call (978) 422-6989. Christ Church Choir, directed by Brenda Caldwell, will perform music of the season at 1 p.m. at the Fitchburg Art Museum, Merriam Parkway. Call (978) 345-4207, Ext. 303.

The Montachusett Chorale will perform a Holiday Concert at 2 p.m. at Leominster City Hall, 25 West St. Call (978) 534-7500.

Stratton Players will perform "A Murder Has Been Arranged" at 2 p.m. at the Stratton Playhouse, 60 Wallace Ave., Fitchburg. Call (978) 345-6066. The Fitchburg State College Jazz Band will perform a holiday concert at 2 p.m. at the Fitchburg Art Museum, Merriam Parkway.

Dance2Swing presents The Love Dogs at 7 p.m. at the Leominster Eagles Hall, 456 Litchfield St. A group swing dance lesson will be held at 6 p.m. Admission is $12. Visit www.dance2swing.com. 3 MONDAY

3 MONDAY

Faculty members who collaborated on writing and illustrating a book for infants and toddlers will hold a book signing at Fitchburg State College. Co-writer Dr. Diana Suskind and illustrator Susan Wadsworth will sign copies of "Baby Dancing" at 3:30 p.m. in the Center for Teaching and Learning, Hammond Campus Center. Co-writer William Gray will not be present for the event. Free and open to the public. Copies of "Baby Dancing" are available in the Fitchburg State Bookstore.

5 WEDNESDAY

The Student Government Association at Fitchburg State College and the Class of 2010 will turn the ground floor of the Hammond Campus Center into a temporary beauty shop for a good cause today from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Thursday, Dec. 6, from 1 to 5 p.m.in the G-Lobby of the center. Free haircuts to those who want to donate at least 10 inches to Locks of Love or a free haircut with a monetary donation. Call (978) 665-3300. The Westminster Council on Aging Friendship Club will hold a Christmas

Party at noon at the Westminster Country Club, 51 Ellis Road. The Cavaliers, Pete and Eddie, will provide entertainment. Deadline for tickets is Nov. 28; call (978) 874-2036.

The Fitchburg State College Jazz and Concert bands will perform a holiday concert at 7:30 p.m. in Weston Auditorium, Fitchburg State College. Free.

6 THURSDAY

A flu clinic/blood pressure clinic will be held from 11 a.m. to noon at the Westminster Council on Aging, American Legion Hall, 127 Main St. Open to all Westminster senior citizens, age 60 and over. Call (978) 874-7402.

7 FRIDAY

Kate Vincent and Aaron Engebreth of the Firebird Ensemble will lead a lively and interactive discussion at 12:30 p.m. at Fitchburg State College. The talk is held in conjunction with their performance later in the evening at 8 p.m. The talk is free and open to the public. Call (978) 665- 3347 or (978) 665-3709.

The Christian Performing Arts Center will perform "It's a Wonderful Life" at 7 p.m. at Fitchburg High School, 140 Arn How Road. Call (978) 345-2915.

The "Most Peaceful Night of the Year" Christmas concert will be performed at 7:30 p.m. at First Church Unitarian Universalist, 15 West St., Leominster. Call (978) 534-4635.