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The holiday season in Kenansville Is special. In this
peaceful little town, Christmas Is retained to earlier
times in spirit and feeling. Church bella ring, the homes
in this historic town dlspla\ creative decorations of
yesteryear, candles twinkle from windows to welcome
all, and the people renew again the true meaning of the
season. The Twelve Days of Christmas In Historic
Kenansville is a series of activities and events that
capture the unity and spirit of a community with all age
groups in mind. Come help us celebrate! All events are
free unless otherwise indicated
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Saturday, December 14
The Twelve Days of Christmas officially begins with
church bells and chimes ringing In the holiday season.
Lighting of the community Christmas tree In the
municipal pari will be followed by caroling around a
bonfire and hot refreshments at 6 p.m.
The community will also return In time to experience
living history with Civil War soldiers In authentic dress
camped in front of Liberty Hall. The North Carolina 3rd
Battalion will be in Kenansvllle through Sunday.
Visitors are welcomed all weekend at their campsite.
Sunday, December 15
Liberty Hall open house welcomes visitors to
experience the Yuletlde Season of yesteryear. The
historic southern home will be decorated in the period
of the early 1800s using a variety of fresh greenery,
fruits and vegetables. The North Carolina 3rd Battalion
will perform "guard duty" for the Liberty Hall open
house. Visitors are admitted free 2-6 p.m. and
refreshments are served.
The Cowan Museum next door to Liberty Hall also
welcomes visitors. The open house at the museum is
free. Visit the restored historic Kelly-Farrior/Cowan
Museum 2-6 p.m. and see the more than 1,200 artifacts
depicting America's heritage.
Monday, December 16
Story night at Dorothy Wightman-Duplin County
Library features the oldest, the newest, and the all-time
favorite Christmas tales! The Duplin County Friends of
the Library invite the public to Join the story-tellers in
the Dorothy, Wightman Library for a special evening of
Christmas entertainment at 6:30.
Tuesday, December 17
Guitar music, story-telling, flute melodies, and the
strains of an Appalachian Christmas all will be a part of
this unique and beautiful Christmas program. Visiting
artists from five different campuses will Join Brian
Morris from James Sprunt Technical College for a
concert at Kenansvllle Baptist Church. The candlelight
concert begins at 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 18
Join the thrill of the Yuletide Season for students of
Kenansvllle Elementary School as they perform their
Christmas pageant during open house. The school staff
and Parent-Teacher Organization invite the public to
meet the community's young people and view their
many talents during open house at the school and the
performance of the pageant. Open house begins at 7:30
p.m.
Thursday, December 19
The Twelve Days of Christmas celebrates the birth of
Christ through a live nativity pageant. The true spirit of
Christmas revolves around the birth of Christ and the
Kenansvllle United Methodist Parish's four churches
encourage the public to view the manger scene as it was
more than 2.000 years ago. The nativltv scene will
begin at 7:30 p.m. on the lawn of the Kenansvllle
United Methodist Church.
The night also holds a special honor for UupUn's
Kenan Scholarship recipients. The Kenan Scholars will
be honored with a dinner In celebration of their
achievements. The dinner Is by Invitation only and
begins at 6:30 p.m.
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Friday, December 20
Christmas music by local high school students fills
the Kenansville community In celebration of the
Yuletide Season as the James Kenan District Band and
Chorus perform In Kenansville Auditorium. The band
Is under the direction of Susan Keeter and Donna Sue
Williamson will direct the chorus. Together the band
and chorur will present a Christmas musical program
for all ages beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 21
Kenansville merchants will hold open house until 8
p.m. offering special prices for last-minute shoppers.
And, the merchants encourage the entire family to visit
with Santa Claus while browsing through downtown
shops.
Sunday, December 22
The Twelve Days of Christmas recognizes the many
area church programs and encourages the public to
attend the one of their choice. Share the day with family
and friends through participation in a church Christmas
celebration.
Monday, December 23
The tastes of Southern Christmas foods are plenttlul
at the community supper in Kenansville Elementary
School. The covered-dish supper offers the beat In
Southern foods, as well as time to enjoy the company of
family and neighbors. Join the community supper at
6:30 p.m.
Enjoy the best of foods and then be entertained by
some of the area's finest dancers. A selection of
students taught by Tina Long is scheduled to dance at
7>30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 24
The community invites the public to worship together
in a combined church service at Kenansville United
Methodist Church. The Christmas Eve Celebration will
feature guest speaker the Reverend Lauren Sharpe of
Kenansville Baptist Church. The service begins at 7:30
p.m.
Wednesday, December 25
Christmas Day.
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