Events happening around Central Massachusetts this month.

Newton Square Menorah Lighting
It’s an annual tradition ? the lighting of the menorah at Newton Square! This year, Chanukah begins at sundown Tuesday, Dec. 12. The Chabad Lubavitch of Central Massachusetts will host its annual menorah lighting at 4 p.m. Dec. 13, which will be followed by a community Chanukah dinner. Come celebrate Chanukah as a community! 4 p.m. Dec. 13; Newton Square in Worcester, followed by Chanukah dinner at 22 Newton Ave., Worcester; free; centralmasschabad.com.

Ornament making
Tis the time of year to transform into an ace crafter! Ornaments are a great way to add a unique charm to the household. Take this opportunity to spend time with loved ones and make memories on the spot. Regardless of faith, this will be a welcoming and loving space for all who wish to participate. 5:30-8 p.m. Dec. 7; Museum of Russian Icons, 203 Union St., Clinton; free; museumofrussianicons.org.

Holiday Open House
Stop by during the first two weekends of December for a holiday event at the Heifer Farm. Meet Santa, capture a special moment in the photo booth, make some holiday crafts and decorate gingerbread cookies. You’ll have the chance to actually roast chestnuts over an open fire, enjoy fresh homemade soup, shop at Heifer Farm’s fair trade gift shop and more! Everything you could want to do during the holidays will be at the Heifer Farm this holiday season. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 2-10; Heifer International Learning Center at Overlook Farm, 216 Wachusett St., Rutland; cost is the donation of a canned good for the Worcester County Food Bank; heifer.org.

Holiday Concert
Start your day with a self-tour inside the Worcester Art Museum, then finish up with the WAM Holiday Concert with the Salisbury Singers. Holiday music is the best way to put everyone in the spirit, especially when it’s live! So come spend a day at WAM admiring art and the beauty of music. 2-4 p.m. Dec. 10; Worcester Art Museum , 55 Salisbury St., Worcester; free with museum admission; worcesterart.org.

A Christmas Carol
Everyone loves a classic. A Christmas Carol comes back to Worcester for its 10th anniversary show this month. Grab some friends and family and relish in the spirit of the holidays. The show is revised and revamped every year to ensure a new experience for everyone watching, with new stunts and effects galore. Besides, who doesn’t love seeing Scrooge? Make sure to check it out! Dec. 15-23; The Hanover Theatre, 2 Southbridge St., Worcester; $28-$55; hanovertheatre.org.

Winter Reimagined
As evening falls, all of the glittering outdoor lights transform the gardens at Tower Hill into a winter wonderland. Indoors, there are lush conservatories to explore, uniquely decorated trees and nature-inspired ornaments. This is a truly unique holiday experience. 4-9 p.m. through Jan. 7; Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston; Non-Members: $17 for adults, $12 for seniors, $7 for youths, Members: $8.50 for adults, $6 for seniors, $3.50 for youths, free for children younger than five, pre-purchased, timed ticket required; towerhillbg.org.