Join us for A Dickens of A Christmas - Special Guest
Featuring Dr. Elliott Engel
Friday, November 28, 2025 | 1:00–2:00 PM (Doors open at 12:30 PM)
Hay Street United Methodist Church – Downtown Fayetteville
🎟️ Tickets:
Early Bird $10 | General $15 after November 15 | Students Free (with ID)
Doors open at 12:30 PM – seating is limited, so reserve early!
🎓 Student Admission:
Students with a valid school ID are invited to attend free of charge as part of Downtown Creative Works’ commitment to community storytelling and education.
Sponsored by: Cape Fear Coin Club
Presented by: Downtown Alliance & Downtown Creative Works
Part of: A Dickens Holiday – A Celebration of Storytelling, Shopping, and the Spirit of Christmas.
Stories, Wit & a Cup of Cheer
- Step away from the bustle of the holiday marketplace and enjoy an hour of laughter, insight, and storytelling with Dr. Elliott Engel, a world-renowned scholar and author celebrated for his engaging lectures on Charles Dickens.
- In this special A Dickens Holiday presentation, Dr. Engel explores how A Christmas Carol transformed not only literature but the very spirit of the Christmas season. His signature wit and warmth make this event a holiday highlight.
🎁 Guests will enjoy a cup of warm spiced cider, a shortbread biscuit, and a Dickens-themed goody bag as they depart.
📖 Dr. Engel will be available for a book signing from 2:30–3:30 PM at City Center Gallery & Books.