Tour #4 – Saturday, December 14, 2013

Magic of Christmas, Merrill Auditorium, Portland, ME

Departure: Durham 9:30 AM and Portsmouth 10:00 AM

Tradition rules once again as we venture to Portland, Maine during the holiday season to see the Magic of Christmas at the Merrill Auditorium. Portland Symphony Conductor Robert Moody strikes up the biggest band in town for Maine’s finest holiday extravaganza. Be awed as a master illusionist brings real magic to the holiday festivities. Be inspired by cherished musical traditions that evoke fond Christmas memories. Be moved by hundreds of voices lifted in song and the miraculous story of the Christmas season. If you have never seen this show or even if you have, it is well worth the experience!

Prior to the show, we will enjoy a spectacular view of Portland Harbor from DeMillo’s on the Water. This very famous restaurant does actually float, but no sea-sickness will be experienced, I promise! The boat does not actually move. Steve DeMillo, Jr. himself has seen to it that we have an excellent array of menu items from which to choose: APPETIZER: Clam chowder or Market Salad; ENTRÉE: 1) Scallops Casco Bay–sea scallops topped w/ Ritz cracker crumbs and honey butter, 2) Boneless chicken breast w/ cranberry-cornbread stuffing, topped w/ apple mustard glaze, and 3) Grilled fresh Atlantic salmon w/ sauce choron (a variation of béarnaise sauce without the tarragon but with tomato puree) and chives; includes fresh vegetable/potato, bread, coffee, tea or soda; DESSERT: Blueberry Cobbler or Bread Pudding.

Handicap Accessibility – DeMillo’s –NO elevator. We are scheduled to eat on the first floor. Restrooms are on the first floor. Merrill Auditorium – 5-6 half-steps to get to our seats (Terrace in back) with no hand rails.

The cost is $98.00 per person which includes transportation, theater tickets, luncheon, snack, tax and gratuities (including the bus driver).

Approximate time of return: Portsmouth 6:30 PM and Durham 7:00 PM