From tacky lights to the "Messiah," Richmond's best holiday traditions
The 12 Ways of Christmas
When it comes to traditions, it's hard to imagine a greater confluence than Richmond and the holidays "we - never - met - a - tradition - we - couldn't - extend - for - multiple - generations" Richmonders revel in this season of rituals. We've picked a dozen of Richmond's finest seasonal traditions. If these aren't already on the family calendar, pick a few and make your own holiday history.
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Twelve Shriners Shrining: The Christmas Parade!B!
Eleven Angels Singing: The Nativity Pageant at the Carillon!B!
Ten Ladies Dancing: The Nutcracker!B!
Nine Zillion Light Bulbs: James Center Lights!B!
Eight Kids a-Sipping: Tea with Santa!B!
Seven "Switchers" Schvitzing: Switch Day at Beth Sholom!B!
Six Months of Shelter: Caritas!B!
Five Billion Watts: Tacky Light Tour!B!
Four Ways to Give: Salvation Army Toy Drives!B!
Three Ancient Kings: "Amahl and The Night Visitors"!B!
Two Glorious Hours: The "Messiah"!B!
And a Child on Santa Claus' Knee: Miller & Rhoads Santa