We Make History
Proudly Presents
Our 17th Annual
Victorian Christmas Ball
November 25th, 2017 Mesa, Arizona
The Victorians certainly loved Christmas
and so do we!
Join the joyful family of We Make History as we
celebrate this wonderful season in the old Victorian style with dancing,
gifts, caroling and plenty of good cheer for all!
When: The evening of Saturday, November
25th, 2017 a social time for our guests to express Christmas wishes and present
cards or gifts to friends and have their photos taken shall begin about 6:15
with the Ball to commence at 7:00 and to end about 10:30. Where: The Fellowship Hall at the southeast corner
of Center St. & 1st Ave. in Mesa, Arizona Expect: Period music, enjoyable dancing,
caroling, drama, gift giving and the most cheerful and pleasant company one could ask for!
We will teach fairly simple historic dances from the early decades of the
Victorian era so that all may enjoy. Light refreshments will be served. Fashion: Dress to any point in the
Victorian era circa 1840-1900. Modern evening attire (tuxedos, suits with ties and jackets, evening
gowns, or at least dressy casual) is also welcome. As per Victorian times, dress standards for children
are the same as those for adults. How to Fashionably Prepare: (1) Begin an educational journey through historic
Victorian attire fashion by
Come & Welcome: Admission is open to well mannered persons of grace and respect. We attract a very gracious group of people who know how to properly conduct themselves according to our House Standards.
Families: We welcome families to bring all members whom they deem to be of sufficient social maturity to enjoy the occasion. (Be aware though that the dances to require listening to and understanding instructions as well as physical coordination.) We do ask that all children be attended by adults.
Passes: In advance we ask $25 per person for this joyous occasion. You may send a check with your email address and a stamped, self-addressed envelope to We Make History, P.O. Box 1776, Queen Creek, Arizona 85142.
(Advance orders must be received by Tuesday, November 22nd. Otherwise passes may be available at the Ball for which we would request $30 each.)
Alternately, you may use the link below to order with your credit card via PayPal.
Please note that a small additional charge applies to PayPal orders to cover PayPal fees, postage, etc.
Family Special: Families of Five or more attending together are only $20 each but by mail only please if received by 11/22.
Our Friends: This Ball is one of the
largest and most enjoyable of the season and often fills up. We will only be accepting
advance requests for passes if received by Wednesday, November
22nd. Otherwise passes may be available at the Ball for which we would request
a contribution of $30 each to support our educational mission.
Thank you. The First Noel
The first Noel the angel did say Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, They lookèd up and saw a star Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, And by the light of that same star Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, This star drew nigh to the northwest, Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, Then entered in those Wise Men three, Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel,
2017 marks the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. Did you know that most of the Christmas traditions we enjoy
here in America actually originated in Germany during or soon after the
Reformation? Take the Christmas tree as
an example. Legend has it that Martin Luther looked upon an evergreen tree (tannenbaum)
while contemplating Christ amidst a winter landscape. The green tree
reminded him of new, enduring and eternal life in Jesus Christ. Soon, a
decorated "Weihnachtsbaum" (Christmas Tree) became a holiday fixture
throughout Germany and Scandinavia. As early as the 1600s German and Swedish
settlers brought the Christmas tree to America. However, it was with the
marriage of the enormously loved and respected Prince Albert (a German) to
Queen Victoria of Great Britain (both pictured above) that the Christmas
traditions of Germany gained rapid, widespread and enduring popularity
throughout the English speaking world.
Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay;
In fields where they lay tending their sheep,
On a cold winter’s night that was so deep.
Born is the King of Israel.
Shining in the east, beyond them far;
And to the earth it gave great light,
And so it continued both day and night.
Born is the King of Israel.
Three Wise Men came from country far;
To seek for a King was their intent,
And to follow the star wherever it went.
Born is the King of Israel.
Over Bethlehem it took its rest;
And there it did both stop and stay,
Right over the place where Jesus lay.
Born is the King of Israel.
Full reverently upon the knee,
And offered there, in His presence,
Their gold and myrrh and frankincense.
Born is the King of Israel.
To the Entire
We Make History Family
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Links to History
House Standards for The Victorian
Christmas Ball We are grateful to our wonderful guests who make the
effort with us to create a special ambience and atmosphere of respect. We
uphold these standards out of regard for our much-appreciated friends and
for the sake of the integrity of our events and the inspirational,
educational and character developing purposes behind them. 1. The use of either tobacco or alcohol is prohibited. 2. Videotaping is not welcome other than by our house
videographer. We work hard to create a special and comfortable historic
ambience that all will enjoy. Discreet photography is welcome but please
leave video equipment at home.
3. No unauthorized distribution of literature is allowed.
Nor is this event an opportunity to recruit persons for purposes either
modern or historical. Please allow all of our guests to enjoy the evening in
peace. 4. This is an historic ball and we ask that even those
dressed modern conform to certain historic standards. All clothed in modern attire must be at least at a
semi-formal level. Modern gentlemen need to be wearing tuxes or suits. As
per historic standards, jackets and ties need to be on at all times. Modern
ladies should wear long gowns, preferably at or near ankle length - not
short dresses or skirts and blouses. These standards apply to all ages. 5. Appropriate footwear is required. (i.e. historic
footwear, dress shoes, dancing slippers, ballet flats, etc.) Please no
sandals, flip-flops or athletic shoes. For the sake of your safety as well
as event ambience dancing barefoot is impermissible. 6. We do not offer refunds of contributions. 7. As per common historic standards, ages 13 and up are
welcome. Younger persons are also welcome if well-mannered, responsible
and able to exhibit the necessary social maturity. For this Ball we welcome participation down to eight
years of age if parents feel their children are able to responsibly join in.
But please note that as per historic society, we expect that young people
will adhere to the same standards of dress and conduct as the adults. 8. Gracious and respectful conduct & conversation are
expected of all, to all and at all times. 9. We desire to be good stewards of the facilities we use,
to treat them with care and to leave them in at least as good of condition
as when we arrived. 10. Though this has never happened
... For the good of all, any who might consider themselves exempt from any
of the above may be asked to leave. Please
also see our “Etiquette
& Expectations” page.
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