Here's what to do in Boston this week

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Hoodline
Published on December 04, 2019

From a holiday stroll to a choir performance, there's plenty to enjoy in Boston this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.

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Light Up Seaport

From the event description:

Enjoy live holiday tunes, an interactive art installation and fun for the whole family. Additionally, we invite you to warm up at local stores during our first-ever Holiday Stroll. Participating stores will be open to provide hot chocolate, cookies and other fun surprises.

When: Friday, Dec. 6, 5-9 p.m.
Where: Seaport Common, 85 Northern Ave.
Admission: Free
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Holiday Party & Coat Drive by Healthworks Community Fitness

From the event description:

Join Healthworks Community Fitness for a holiday party. Families with children of all ages are welcome. There are plenty of activities for the kids, including cookie decorating, holiday stories and arts and crafts. The best part: Santa Claus will be stopping by.

When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Where: Healthworks Community Fitness at Codman, 450 Washington St.
Admission: Free
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Holiday Pop-Up Shop

From the event description:

Join us for a fun mid-afternoon shopping event with complimentary pastries, refreshments and mini makeovers. There will be participating vendors, music by DJ Oscar and more.

When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 12-2 p.m.
Where: Spaces, 361 Newbury St., (Door entrance on 100 Mass Avenue, Floor 5)
Admission: $20 (General Admission)
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'Messiah' by G.F. Handel

From the event description:

The Trinity Choirs continue a beloved tradition of performing Handel’s Messiah—Boston’s only performance of the composer’s famous oratorio in a sacred space. The Trinity Choirs and orchestra will present the Advent and Christmas portions of George Frideric Handel’s Messiah paired with Antonio Vivaldi’s exuberant Gloria in D major.

When: Sunday, Dec. 8, 3-6 p.m.
Where: Trinity Church in the City of Boston, 206 Clarendon St.
Admission: $25 (General Admission - Yellow); $40 (General Admission - Green); $55 (General Admission - Blue)
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'Light the World'

From the event description:

Come and join us by the firelight this holiday season. Enjoy cherished tales paired with music celebrating light, joy and peace. Listen to songs from cultures around the world celebrating light and all it symbolizes. Featuring master storytellers, our concert at the Strand Theatre in Dorchester will leave you ready to sing your joy to the world.

When: Sunday, Dec. 8, 3-4:30 p.m.
Where: Strand Theatre, 543 Columbia Road
Admission: $15-$75
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