Madrigal Dinners in Historic St. Mary's City

HISTORIC ST. MARY'S CITY - 12/4/2008

 
 Presentation of a Yule Log is
 tradition at HSMC's Madrigal
 Dinners.  The Yule Log is a
 symbol of friendship, warmth,
 and lasting life.
On Sunday, Dec. 7 at 5:30 p.m., Historic St. Mary’s City will host one of its most anticipated events of the year – the Madrigal Dinners.

For over three decades, Historic St. Mary’s City’s Madrigal Evenings have heralded the advent of Christmas. The season calls for crackling fires and candlelight, toasts with friends and fine food, the sounds of hearty laughter and familiar music. All will be served, in style, during this season’s Holiday Madrigals. 

The hosts, in the roles of Maryland’s colonial settlers, will welcome guests with wassail, oyster stew, and

 
 Madrigal servers stoke the fire
 before Madrigals guests arrive.
traditional fare in the Jacobean-style State House of 1676.  A Southern Maryland family-style dinner will follow.

The historic State House will be beautifully decorated for the occasion by the Mistress Brent Garden Club.  A program of traditional Christmas Aires, performed by St. Maries Musica a troupe of colorfully costumed and skilled musicians, will close the feast.

There are still a few openings for the Dinners. Tickets are $100 per guest and include dinner, beverages, and entertainment. Advance reservations are required as seating in the Assembly Room is limited.

 
 St. Maries Musica offers a program
 of seasonal harmonies at HSMC's
 Madrigal Dinners.
Those interested are reminded that when placing reservations, it is helpful to have the names of the people who will attend.  For more information or reservations please call (240) 895-4991 or mmpadukiewicz@smcm.edu.