tips Christmas on the Potomac


As the summer comes to an end, Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland offers up some cool thoughts as we approach the holiday season with some must-see attractions to close out 2017.


The resort's holiday season celebration, Christmas on the Potomac presented by FUJIFILM INSTAX®, means lots of icy fun, live holiday entertainment and joyful attractions beginning November 18.


Returning once again is the famous ice sculpture attraction, ICE!, presented by Pepsi, which will feature a brand new theme. Families and friends can relive the beloved 1964 TV classic, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, as they walk through 13 scenes of more than two million pounds of colorful ice sculptures that tell the story of how Rudolph’s red-nose first helped Santa guide his sleigh.


Kept at a chilly nine degrees, visitors also can enjoy four thrilling ice slides and a crystal clear, breathtaking Nativity scene daily from November 18, 2017 through January 1, 2018. Discounted ticket pricing is available now through October 1 on select days. Hours vary and can be found at www.christmasonthepotomac.com.


New this year, the resort also is introducing a new Glacier Glide Ice Skating experi- ence set up within an ornate Christmas Village that also will feature family-friendly entertainment, including Cookies with Mrs. Claus, a carousel, miniature train ride, photos with Santa and a Gingerbread Decorating Corner presented by Hallmark Channel’s Countdown to Christmas.


To enjoy multiple experiences at a reduced price, the resort has bundled several attractions in its Play and Save packages, which can include a gingerbread man dec- orating kit, scavenger hunt, unlimited rides on the train and carousel, and the option to add-on an ICE! ticket.


What's more, Gaylord National will be introducing a live entertainment show, JOY - A Holiday Spectacular, which will be set within its stunning 19-story atrium this year. Visitors can enjoy the rich harmonies of classic and modern songs that celebrate the joy of the holiday season performed by Gaylord National singers.


The show is immediately followed by a spectacular Tree Lighting that includes laser lights, a dancing water fountain, indoor snowfall and holiday music - all centered on the resort’s suspended Starlight Christmas Tree.


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Amy Howe, Di Bruno Bros.


"Save yourself the worry and plan ahead. The last thing you want to be doing during the holiday season is scrambling for any part of your holiday party vendors or details. When in doubt, just give a call and tell our team your thoughts. We can take it from there and make it a less daunting task."


Amy Howe is the manager of catering sales and business development for Di Bruno Bros. in Philadelphia, PA. She has experi- ence helping clients put on great events at this time of year.


"Di Bruno Bros. is thrilled to bring the holi- day bustle of our stores to our events,” says Howe. “Exciting seasonal menus are cus- tomized to perfectly suit intimate gatherings, special family events, and holiday office get togethers. Our Chestnut Street café is avail- able for private soirees of up to 100 guests.”


There, guests can enjoy Di Bruno Bros. signa- ture appetizers, like Nonna’s Caponata Bites and triple Crème Delice Cheese “Cake,” and then visit Rittenhouse Square for shopping and to see some holiday lights.


"The Di Bruno Bros. family becomes yours as we share both our Philadelphia legacy and classic Italian traditions with your special guests - and they are as interactive as they are delicious,” Howe explains. “Remember the sizzle of Nonna’s pizzelles hot on the iron? Relive that holiday delight with those warm cookies hot off our hand-pressed Pizzelle station. Clock out and be a part of the family!"


Offering clients easy, streamlined event plan- ning is very important for Di Bruno Bros., especially during the holiday season, notes


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