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    Dickens Christmas Ball 2023

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    December 16, 6:30 pm

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    Dickens Christmas Ball 2023

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    Smokin Guns Events Center, Hamilton, IL

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3rd Annual Dickens Christmas Ball 2023

December 16, 6:30 ~ 9:30 pm

Smokin Guns Event Center

995 East County Road 1550, Hamilton, Illinois


Come ye ladies and gents and revel in the festivities of long treasured Christmas traditions by attending this delightful ball!


Experience the allure of Christmas past at the 3rd Nauvoo, but our 13th annual, Dickens Christmas Ball and celebrate the holiday season Victorian style just as they knew in the time of Charles Dickens complete with delicacies, parlor games, singing Christmas Carols around the piano, & historical dancing of old fashioned charm.

 

Historical Merriments will expertly transport you back in time and take you through the paces of the dances of that merry era, putting even inexperienced frolickers at ease on the dance floor interspersed with open waltzes and polkas. And of course, a Victorian ball wouldn’t be complete without some lively parlor games played throughout the evening. Savory nibbles and sweet delights will be provided for your refreshment.


Historical clothing styles from the lifetime of Dickens (1820-1870) or modern formal dress are requested.


Looking for historical clothing? Check local playhouses & theaters, online Google 1820-1870 and Historical Emporium.

 

You'll want to keep these memories through the years so be sure to take pictures throughout the evening and post them to social media and tag #historical merriments #christmas ball #dickenschristmas ball...


If you are looking for lodging visit: BeautifulNauvoo.com/hotels-and-lodging and BeautifulNauvoo.com/bed-breakfasts/


Take advantage of our lowest prices by purchasing your tickets by Dec. 10 and your name will be added to the hat for chance to win valuable Prizes which include Gift Certificates and merchandise from local shops.


Early Advance Purchase thru Dec. 10 - $25 per person, $44 per couple

Advance Purchase December 11-15 - $30 per Person, $52 per Couple 

December 16 & at the Door - $35 per Person 



In summary-

All historical dances and parlor games will be taught

Snack food and water will be provided

No partner is needed, 14 and up

Historical or modern formal clothes are requested

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The Cannon Ball, a Proper Pirate Soiree 2023

September 9, 7:00- 9:30 pm

Warsaw Brewery, 900 N 5th St, Warsaw, ILL


Aye Matey! Come ashore for swashbuckling fun with historical dancing & games

and solve your dilemma of being born in the wrong century!



All pirates 14 and older whether ye be old salts, landlubbers, steampunk pirates or scurvy swabs yer called aboard to revel in Historical Dancing and games sure to tempt even the saltiest buccaneer to desire proper society upon occasion.


Does the ol' dancing got ye shakin' in yer boots? Well buck up matey, all them there fancy dances are taught ye step by step and you be dancin' in no time!


Fine finger treats will be available for yer refreshing.


Early ticket purchase gets ya a shot at some booty. Buy them there tickets before noon on Monday, Sept. 4 fer yer swashbuckling name to be added to the hat for a chance to win prizes including Historical Merriments & Restaurant Gift Certificates, and more, Arrgh!


Advance Purchase by August 28

$22 per Pirate

$40 per Couple


Early Purchase by Sept. 8
$25 per Pirate
$44 per Couple


Purchase on Sept. 9 & at the Door
$30 per Pirate at the door


Victorian Picnic

Saturday, June 3, 2023, 11:00 am on Cambre House Lawn

1 Cambre House Lane, Nauvoo, Illinois

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    Saturday, June 3, 1:00 pm

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  • Victoriain Picnic

    Catered Lunch, Victorian Dancing & Games

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    For charming pictures and fun!

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  • Victorian Picnic June 3, 1:00 pm

    Cambre House Lawn, Nauvoo

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    Bring your parasols, fans, broadbrimmed hats, and blankets for sitting.

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You are cordially invited to join us on the Cambre House Lawn for a delightful Victorian Picnic!


We have changed the time to 11:00 AM.


A full catered lunch including beverages for your dining pleasure will be provided by Lock 19. 


Victorian dancing and lawn games will be available to enjoy. Please bring your own parasols, fans, broad brimmed hats, and blankets for sitting.


A delightful Swing is hanging in the trees and is perfect for a little fun and charming pictures!


If the weather is stormy then we will move the picnic inside and play parlor games so a delightful time will be had rain or shine!


Victorian clothing from 1840 thru 1900 is encouraged, but not required.

If you'd like to have Victorian clothes, check with local theaters if want to rent, but if you think this is something you’ll be attending more than once you might want to make or buy your clothes. You can shop the thrift stores and google how to alter clothes into Victorian fashions. HistoricalEmporium.com  carries some nice Victorian clothes for purchase. You can even find some very affordable dresses on Walmart.com that would work.


Is dancing a little scary for you or your partner? Fear not, if you can walk, turn about and know your right from your left you can do these dances! Historical Merriments teach all the dances of the afternoon and you will be amazed at how graceful you can be. Don't like dancing? (Is that even possible?) There will be croquet, badminton, graces, and bocce for your enjoyment.


For more dance instruction attend the Historical Classes offered prior to the picnic May 18 and June 1.


Tickets must be purchased by June 1.

$20 per person


Nauvoo Regency Ball 2023

March 18, 6:30 pm at the Nauvoo Kirche

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 Please join us for an Austentatious night filled with Regency period dancing, game playing, and delectable desserts as you are transported 200 years back to the time of Jane Austen and Mr. Darcy!


Be sure to get your tickets early to avoid disappointment!  Tickets are limited to 36 attendees.


Regency (1811-1820) clothing is encouraged, but formal or Sunday best is requested.


We will have prizes for the Best Dressed Regency Lady, Gentleman, Couple which will awarded by your popular vote.


Is dancing a little scary for you or your partner? Fear not, if you can walk, turn about and know your right from your left you can do these dances! Historical Merriments teach all the dances of the evening and you will be amazed at how graceful you can be.


For more dance instruction attend the Historical Classes offered prior to the ball so that you are even more comfortable on the dance floor. 


If you are coming to the ball, but you don't have regency clothes hanging in your closet, check with local theaters if want to rent, but if you think this is something you’ll be attending more than once you might want to make or buy your clothes. You can shop the thrift stores and google how to alter clothes into Regency fashions. HistoricalEmporium.com  carries some nice regency clothes for purchase. You can even find some very affordable dresses on Walmart.com that would work.


If you're coming from out of town and would like to make a weekend of it check our lodging options here:

https://beautifulnauvoo.com/lodging/


Tickets;


$25 per Person

$44 per Couple


March 18 & at the Door

$30 per Person

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