Medford Weekender Dec. 1-2

Saturday, December 1, 2007

St. Francis of Assisi School Annual Holiday Fair
Snowman

Enjoy food from Mike’s Pastry, Pizzeria Regina, and Kelly’s Roast beef as you browse the festive offerings of St. Francis of Assisi School’s Annual Holiday Fair. 9AM-4PM, One St. Clare Road.

Free Lead Test for Toys, Household Products

Toy gator

State Senator Pat Jehlen and State Representative Denise Provost invite Medford and Somerville residents to bring toys and other products they would like tested for lead to the Somerville Public Library for a scan by the Alliance for a Healthy Tomorrow’s X-ray fluorescence (XRF) scanners. 9:30AM-1PM, 79 Highland Avenue, Somerville.

Portuguese Wine and Port Tasting at Grapevine Travelers

Wine

Grapevine Travelers uncorks some Portuguese reds, whites, and ports that are perfect for sipping during cold winter months. 3PM-7PM, 18 High Street.

Saturday, December 1, and Sunday, December 2, 2007

Jingle Bell Tree Festival

Christmas Tree

Head to City Hall to check out the Christmas tree display and take a chance on winning one of the 40 holiday displays. All proceeds benefit the Medford Community Family’s Buddy Coholan Memory Loss Center. 12PM-4PM, City Hall.

“The Nutcracker: All Jazzed Up” at Chevalier Theatre

Nutcracker

Dance Place presents “The Nutcracker: All Jazzed Up,” a take on Tchaikovsky’s beloved musical score in the styles of jazz, ballet, lyrical, and tap. All tickets $12, 6:30PM Saturday and 2PM Sunday, Chevalier Theatre, 30 Forest Street, Medford.