Christmas at Longwood Gardens

500,000 outdoor lights and a host of other magic holiday surprises are waiting for you at Longwood Gardens. Enjoy dazzling trees, seasonal concerts and beautiful holiday displays. read more

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New Types Of Christmas Trees Hit The Market

LANSDALE , PA (CBS) – Tree growers have been experimenting with new types of Christmas trees and some new ones are starting to hit the markets. read more

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A Winter Wonderland at Fonthill Castle

Doylestown, PA - The castle home of Henry Mercer will be decked out for the holidays in preparation for a series of captivating holiday events planned to celebrate the season.

The festivities kick off with the Winter Wonderland Holiday Decorations Tours, now through Jan. 2. Visitors will experience the wonder of Fonthill, with one-hour guided tours through Mercer’s home to see his elaborately tiled rooms dressed up with themed trees, Victorian decorations and greens throughout. Reservations are recommended. Regular admission fees apply. read more

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Peddler's Village 2010 Christmas Festival

Head to Peddler's Village for their annual Christmas parade at 1:30 pm on Saturday. Santa & Mrs. Claus arrive in a horse-drawn carriage followed by the Central Bucks East Marching Band. read more

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‘Christmas Tree’ Lit Up At City Hall

The city’s annual tree lighting ceremony took on special meaning Thursday night after a controversy over the word “Christmas” in another seasonal attraction at City Hall. read more

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Skippack Village decks the halls

The traditional Lighting of the Skippack Village Christmas Tree took place Nov. 26. The festive evening included Christmas Carolers, a performance by the Dance Centre of Skippack and a visit from jolly ol' Saint Nick himself. read more

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Brotherly Love: Musicians Rejoice And Raise Money

For two decades, a group of Delaware Valley musicians has raised thousands for needy children. Some of the area’s best musicians will hold a free concert this December help those who need help the most — children.

They are some of the best musicians in the area, voices like angels. This small ensemble calls itself Gaudeamus.

“Gaudeamus is Latin for ‘let us rejoice,’” explained Connie Cannon Steuer, pianist and musical director. read more

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Christmas Magic trail at Rocky Ridge County Park

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