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'Tis the season! Support the Agency's Winter Appeal and mark your calendar for December 12th - our 3rd annual Wonderland of Wishes in Houlton!

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December 12 · Houlton

Wonderland of Wishes

Make wishes come true for the older adults of Aroostook County with a donation to our Winter Appeal, and then join us in Houlton on December 12th to make merry memories!

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Mittened hands holding a glowing paper luminary with a snowflake cutout on a snowy winter night

Want to come from up north, but don’t want to drive? We have an optional bus package available, thanks to our partners at ARTS!

Holiday Tasting Stroll

Festive roast beef crostini topped with horseradish cream, crispy onions and micro-greens on a ceramic plate against glowing holiday lights

Step into the heart of our historic downtown for an evening of winter warmth, great food, and community connection. The Holiday Tasting Stroll is a chance to gather with friends, celebrate the season, and support our older adults.

As you walk, the sidewalks will be lined with glowing luminaries, each representing a generous gift to the Agency. These luminaries are symbolic of how our communities light the way forward for our older neighbors here in The County.

Chocolate chestnut mousse topped with whipped cream, shaved chocolate and a glazed chestnut in a small glass, held beside a glowing gold luminary

You’ll stop in to visit the shops of six wonderful local merchants, enjoying a curated tasting menu featuring four upscale savory bites and two sweet treats. The evening is brought to life by local musicians performing at every venue, with plenty of time to browse and support our downtown shops along the route.

Where: Downtown Houlton

When: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Price: $30 per person, $60 with the concert

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Dance into the Season

Couples dancing in front of a live jazz band at the Elks Lodge, framed by a red, green and gold holiday balloon arch and a lit Christmas tree

Get ready to dance into the season with the Star City Syndicate (starcitysyndicate.com), a true Aroostook County favorite. Since 2016, this incredible ensemble has been bringing the infectious sounds of Motown, classic pop, and soul to communities across Maine.

Join us at the Elks Lodge for a lively evening designed to kick off the festive run-up to the holidays. Enjoy a cash bar, hit the dance floor to their signature high-energy sets, and capture the night's best memories in the LuxeLens photo booth.

With great music, wonderful friends, and a room full of holiday cheer, it’s everything you need to celebrate the season.

The B.P.O. Elks No. 835 lodge in Houlton decorated for the holidays with a balloon garland over the entrance, string lights and greenery on the porch at dusk

Where: The Elks Lodge

When: Doors open at 6:30 PM | Music 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Price: $35 per person ($60 with the stroll)

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