Community Calendar

Christmas in the Village: “Celtic Christmas” — Celebrate the magic of the season featuring two enchanting performances: Saturday, December 6, 2025, 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, December 7, 2025, 4:00 p.m. “What a beautiful time of year to share holiday favorites, infused with the spirit and charm of Celtic music—plus a few delightful surprises along the way. Join us for an unforgettable musical journey that blends the warmth of the holidays with the rich traditions of Celtic sound, featuring Vocal Vision, Vocal Vision Youth, Vocal Vibes, members of the Symphony of the Lakes, Grace College’s Lancer Chorus, and a guest performance by Celtic Dancers and Musicians.

Tickets are $12 for seniors and students and $15 for adults. Children 5 and under are free (with any ticket purchase).

Tickets and show times can be found online at https://www.capwarsaw.com/event-list

Get ready for the holidays with beautiful, handcrafted fair trade items benefiting non-profit organizations! Items include yak wool shawls, cashmere scarves, ear warmers, singing bowls, wool hats, and more.

Vendors and nonprofits include:

Hope Initiative (Nepal)
St. Bakhita Vocational Training Center (Uganda)
Neighbor to Neighbor (South Bend)
Blessed Angels Organization (Kenya)
St. Margaret's House (South Bend)

Cash, credit cards, and Venmo are accepted.

Our elves are hard at work, getting ready for the holiday season. Come out and join us for a merry and bright Holiday Light experience this December, and also check out some of our new and exciting pop up events throughout the month.

Join us in the Miller Auditorium at Goshen Theater on December 12th, for our FREE MOVIE NIGHT showing of “It’s a Wonderful Life” at 7PM!

George Bailey has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all – and it’s Christmas! As the angels discuss George, we see his life in flashback. As George is about to jump from a bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence – who then shows George what his town would have looked like if it hadn’t been for all his good deeds over the years.

Rated: PG
Run Time: 2hr 10min

Admission to this event is free, but donations are encouraged.
Doors open at 6:15pm, and the bar and concession stand will be open.

This event is sponsored by the Community Foundation of Elkhart County; Indiana Arts Commission, a state agency; Community Foundation of St. Joseph County; and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

Join the Goshen Theater Drama Club in the Miller Auditorium at Goshen Theater on Dec. 13, at 2PM, as our Acting, Musical Theater, and Latin Dance students showcase what they have been working on for their Fall 2025 semester.

12PM Box Office Opens
1:15PM Lobby Opens
1:30PM Seating Begins in the Miller Auditorium
2PM Showtime!

Our elves are hard at work, getting ready for the holiday season. Come out and join us for a merry and bright Holiday Light experience this December, and also check out some of our new and exciting pop up events throughout the month.

Save the date for the beloved Advent tradition of Lessons and Carols, brought to you by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, the Saint Mary's Department of Music, and the Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry. Join us on the Third Sunday of Advent, December 14th at 4 pm at the Church of Our Lady of Loretto for a service of readings and carols that explore the promise of a Messiah bringing a reign of justice and peace, the incarnation of Jesus, and the wondrous mystery of redemption.

Our elves are hard at work, getting ready for the holiday season. Come out and join us for a merry and bright Holiday Light experience this December, and also check out some of our new and exciting pop up events throughout the month.

Morning Meetup - A monthly gathering just for YOU!

We welcome older adults in the community to join us on the 3rd Tuesday each month for Morning Meetup!

FOR DECEMBER: Join us for a fun, hands-on craft session where we’ll create a trio of festive decorations — a delicate quilled paper snowflake, a cheerful beaded candy cane, and a colorful acrylic ornament perfect for gift wrapping or hanging on your tree! All material provided and activity led by Loanne Harms - each project is simple enough to finish during the session! Feel the holiday spirit and cheer and enjoy sweet snacks, warm drinks, & good company!

To Register: email arush@elkhartcoa.org

For more information, call: (574) 522-5669 Council on Aging: (574) 295-1820 / arush@elkhartcoa.org

The Council on Aging and Hunny Pot Pottery Studio are teaming up to host a festive Holiday Ornament Painting Party—and you’re invited!

This event is a wonderful opportunity for older adults in Elkhart County to relax, get creative, and enjoy a warm holiday gathering with friends - old and new. Invite a friend, a neighbor, or a family member and enjoy a creative holiday afternoon.

Warm beverages, tasty snacks and a cozy holiday atmosphere await! Everyone will receive one ornament to paint (no charge) and additional (for you or a guest) may be purchased onsite.

• Date: Thursday, December 18
• Location: Hunny Pot Studio (downtown)
• Time: 2:00-4:00PM
• Cost FREE (55+)*, non-seniors/guests: $3

For more info: Contact Audrey at (574) 295-1820 or ARush@ElkhartCOA.org
RSVP: https://square.link/u/qVFvMary
*One FREE ornament per person/add’l may be purchased onsite!