Visions of Christmas is a festive week-long celebration with seven individual fun-filled events that include: an Open House Sponsored by the CHS Alumnae Association, Four Afternoon Teas, a Saturday Night Gala, and a Sunday Morning Family Breakfast with Santa. Each event is highlighted by lavishly designed and decorated Christmas trees surrounded by a bounty of fabulous gifts.

Everyone has an opportunity to purchase a drawing ticket to place in a box(s) in front of their favorite tree(s). The winning tickets are drawn (winner does not have to be present) on Sunday morning during the Family Breakfast with Santa. A Silent Auction is included at each event with a Live Auction added to the Saturday Night Gala. A Boutique, filled with Holiday Treasures, is open for your shopping pleasure. Visions is sponsored and attended by parents, students, faculty, alumnae, alumnae parents and other friends of Carondelet.

This year all of the proceeds from Visions of Christmas will benefit the Tuition Assistance Program. 

When does Visions of Christmas take place?

This year, the festivities begin on Tuesday, November 30th, with our first Holiday Tea followed by the Alumnae Sponsored Open House and conclude on Sunday, December 5th, with Breakfast with Santa. Wednesday, December 21st, Thursday, December 2nd, and Friday December 3rd, are Holiday Tea dates. Saturday, December 4th, is the date for the Gala.

Where is Visions of Christmas?

All events are held on campus in the Silvio E. Garaventa, Sr. Center that will be transformed into a Christmas Wonderland for the series of activities.

How can I help with Visions of Christmas?

• By working on one of the committees. Click here to find out how to get involved.
• By donating an item(s) for the silent auction tables.
• By making a cash donation to help defray expenses.
• By attending one or more events.

How can I get more information about Visions of Christmas?

Contact Kathleen Russell at 686-5353 ext. 151 or krussell@carondeleths.org or Marybeth Anicich at ext. 153 or manicich@carondeleths.org. You can also come by in person and talk with us. We are located in the Convent and are available year round.