St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Delray Beach is all decked out for Christmas services. Photo provided
As they sometimes do, Hanukkah and Christmas fall at the same time this year, as does the annual African American-inspired celebration of Kwanzaa. No matter what you plan to celebrate, we’ve got some of the details for you.
Christmas services
Delray Beach Christmas Eve Candlelight Service: 6 p.m. Dec. 24, Old School Square Amphitheatre. Hosted by the Avenue Church, this candlelit service blends uplifting music and an inspiring sermon. Musical performances begin at 6 p.m. followed by the candlelight ceremony at 6:30.
51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach. delrayoldschoolsquare.com/events
The Journey Church:
Celebrate Christmas Eve from 6 to 7:05 p.m. Dec. 24, by recalling the words the angels spoke when they announced the birth of Jesus: “I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people.” (Luke 2:10.)
This family-friendly candlelight service offers thanks for the year behind and hope for the year to come. The service is topped off with hot chocolate and caroling. Dress is casual and ugly sweaters are welcomed.
2200 NW Boca Raton Blvd., Boca Raton. www.bocajourney.com or 561-420-0606
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church: St. Paul’s Festival of Lessons and Carols takes place at 3 p.m. Dec. 8. This cherished tradition features St. Paul’s Chancel Choir of eight singers in its most treasured annual performance under the guidance of David Macfarlane.
A Christmas Eve family service is planned from 4 to 5 p.m. Dec. 24. A second service with the choir and musicians is 7-8:30 p.m. A late Christmas Eve service with the choir and musicians is 10-11:30 p.m.
The Christmas Holy Eucharist is at 10 a.m. Dec. 25.
188 S. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach. 561-276-4541 or www.stpaulsdelray.org
Cason United Methodist Church: The Christmas Cantata is at 3 p.m. Dec. 8. A Cookies and Carols Sing-Along will take place at 7 p.m. Dec. 11.
342 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach
First Presbyterian Church of Delray Beach: Christmas Eve worship services are 5-6 p.m., 7-8 p.m. and 9:30-10:30 p.m. Dec. 24.
33 Gleason St. 561-276-6338
First United Methodist Church of Boca Raton: Christmas Eve contemporary service is 5-6 p.m. Dec. 24 in the Gathering Place. The Christmas Eve traditional service is 8-9 p.m. in the sanctuary.
625 NE Mizner Blvd. 561-395-1244
Advent Church: Christmas Eve services on Dec. 24 will include Lessons & Carols, a traditional service, at 10 a.m. Family worship is at 4 p.m., with activities to follow. The candlelight service with Praise Band begins at 6 p.m.
300 E. Yamato Road, Boca Raton. 561-395-3632
Hanukkah celebrations
Hanukkah party: 6-8 p.m. Dec. 26 at B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th St., Boca Raton.
Chanukah Celebration with Palm Beach Synagogue: Noon-2 p.m. Dec. 29 at CityPlace, 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach.
Grand Delray Beach Chanukah Festival: 6-8 p.m. Dec. 29 at Old School Square Amphitheatre. Latkes and donuts, fresh pizza by the Gifted Crust, face painting, crafts, games, live music and bounce houses are planned but the focus is the lighting of the ceremonial menorah. The event is hosted by the city of Delray Beach and Chabad East Delray.
51 N Swinton Ave., Delray Beach. delrayoldschoolsquare.com/events
Kwanzaa celebration
Kwanzaa Festival: The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum will host Kwanzaa festivities from 2 to 5 p.m. Dec. 26. An afternoon filled with gift-making workshops, lively music performances, art activities, and engaging storytelling sessions captures the spirit of this cultural, festive community gathering.
170 NW Fifth Ave., Delray Beach. spadymuseum.com/events/kwanzaa
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