Beginning on Friday, Dec. 2 and running on Fridays and Saturdays through Dec. 17, the holiday celebration Sparkle returns to Boscobel. The gardens and grounds will be decked out in lighting displays and the 1804 mansion will be decorated and lit by candles for tours in the evenings during Sparkle from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. The grounds are open from 5 to 9 p.m.

There will be different performances and attractions, including Mr. and Mrs. Claus, ice carving demonstrations, puppet shows and musical guests. Check boscobel.org for the schedule. A WHUD personality will be broadcasting during Sparkle on Saturday, Dec. 10 from 6 to 8 p.m, and there will be prizes and raffles.

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