BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Larry and Carla - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://larryandcarla.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Larry and Carla REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20190101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251212T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251212T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20250626T162109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T162231Z UID:9733-1765558800-1765566000@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Kerstmarkt-Holland Handbell Duets DESCRIPTION:The Kerstmarkt-Holland 2025 is a great opportunity to see and hear local handbell duo Larry and Carla\, who will be playing traditional Christmas handbell music on two Friday evenings in November and December. \n\n\n\nThe Kerstmarkt is an open-air European-style holiday market located at the 8th Street Marketplace in Downtown Holland. It’s an annual event\, and a wonderful opportunity to shop for unique handcrafted gifts and locally-made holiday treats. This isn’t the kind of market that’s filled with mass-produced items that you can easily find online. There are local sellers who will talk with you about their crafts\, and sometimes you can even watch items being made! On cold winter evenings\, it’s nice to listen to beautiful handbell music as you shop. Coffee\, hot cider and food will also be available at this event. It’s your chance to try traditional Dutch treats such as pigs-in-blankets\, banket (sweet pastries with almond paste filling)\, and stroopwafels! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThings to know about the Kerstmarkt in Holland\n\n\n\nMost of the Kerstmarkt is under cover\, so you can shop for gifts comfortably there. The street isn’t icy underfoot. The city’s famous “snowmelt” system makes it safe to walk on the heated sidewalks\, even if the weather is wintry. The Kerstmarkt will give you a taste of a traditional European Christmas market\, without having to fly to Europe! There are plenty of shops and restaurants close by\, and lots to do in downtown Holland. Come for the day\, and enjoy the holiday atmosphere! \n\n\n\nThe weather can be unpredictable in December\, so dress warmly and prepare for snow or rain! Whatever the Michigan winter throws at us\, this traditional market is always worth a visit. Check the Kerstmarkt website for other special events\, such as Dickens Carolers and sled dogs\, and bring your family and friends! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/kerstmarkt-holland-handbell-duets/ LOCATION:Kerstmarkt – Holland\, 150 W 8th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251206T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251206T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20250905T181615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T181701Z UID:10354-1765036800-1765044000@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Otsego Hometown Christmas 2025 - Handbell Duets DESCRIPTION:Otsego Hometown Christmas 2025 will be on December 6th. Holland-based handbell duo Larry and Carla will once again be there to play Christmas carols to celebrate the festive season! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMore about Otsego Hometown Christmas 2025\n\n\n\nThis annual community event will be fun for all the family! There will be a live Nativity\, carol singing\, a parade\, and opportunities for children to show their creative talents. You can take a hayride along the riverfront\, enjoy hot cocoa and cider\, and enjoy a chat with Santa! There will be lots of entertainment\, and the community tree-lighting will take place at the end of the day. \n\n\n\nLarry and Carla’s handbell duet performance is sponsored by Otsego District Library. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWould you like to book a handbell group for your event?\n\n\n\nLarry and Carla are available to play handbell duets for weddings\, worship services\, concerts\, holiday events\, and corporate and private events. If you’re looking to hire a handbell choir for your event in Michigan or beyond\, please get in touch! A handbell duo takes up less room than a standard handbell choir\, making Larry and Carla particularly suitable for smaller venues. Tell us what kind of event you’re planning\, and what type of music you’re looking for. \n\n\n\nCome and see us at Otsego Hometown Christmas 2025\, and listen to the sound of Christmas bells at this special time of year! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/otsego-hometown-christmas-2025-handbell-duets/ LOCATION:TOP Riverfront Pavilion\, 218 N Farmer St\, Otsego\, Michigan\, 49078\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251128T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251128T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20250626T153908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T154012Z UID:9729-1764349200-1764356400@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Handbells at the Kerstmarkt-Holland 2025 DESCRIPTION:The Kerstmarkt-Holland 2025 is a great opportunity to see and hear local handbell duo Larry and Carla\, who will be playing traditional Christmas handbell music on two Friday evenings in November and December. \n\n\n\nThe Kerstmarkt is an annual open-air European-style Christmas market located at the 8th Street Marketplace in Downtown Holland. Come and listen to beautiful festive music as you shop for unique handcrafted gifts and locally-made holiday treats. Coffee and hot cider will be available to help you stay warm! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMost of the Kerstmarkt is under cover\, so you can shop for gifts comfortably there. The market is located in downtown Holland\, so there are plenty of shops and restaurants close by. There’s enough to do that you could easily turn a visit to the Kerstmarkt into a day trip. The city’s famous “snowmelt” system makes it safe to walk on the heated sidewalks\, even if the weather is wintry. The Kerstmarkt will give you a taste of a traditional European Christmas market\, without having to fly to Europe! \n\n\n\nThe weather is unpredictable in December. Whilst it’s safe to walk in downtown Holland in the winter months\, it’s wise to dress warmly. Here’s a photo from Kerstmarkt opening day\, on a chilly Saturday in 2022! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/handbells-at-the-kerstmarkt-holland-2025/ LOCATION:Kerstmarkt – Holland\, 150 W 8th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241207T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241207T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20241121T035611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T040250Z UID:9649-1733587200-1733594400@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Otsego Hometown Christmas 2024 - Handbells DESCRIPTION:Otsego Hometown Christmas 2024 will take place on December 7th. Holland-based handbell duo Larry and Carla will once again be there to play Christmas carols to celebrate the season! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis annual community event will be fun for all the family! There will be carolers\, a live Nativity\, a parade\, and an opportunity for children to make Christmas ornaments. You can take a hayride along the riverfront\, enjoy hot cocoa and cider\, and lots more. Santa will be there too! The evening will feature a tree-lighting\, and there will be lots of entertainment throughout the day. \n\n\n\nLarry and Carla’s handbell performance is sponsored by Otsego District Library. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWould you like to book a handbell group for your event?\n\n\n\nLarry and Carla are available to play handbell duets for weddings\, worship services\, concerts\, holiday events\, and corporate and private events. If you’re looking to hire a handbell choir for your event in Michigan or beyond\, please get in touch! A handbell duo takes up less room than a standard handbell choir\, making Larry and Carla particularly suitable for smaller venues. Tell us what kind of event you’re planning\, and what type of music you’re looking for. \n\n\n\nCome and see us at Otsego Hometown Christmas 2024\, and listen to the sound of Christmas bells at this special time of year! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/otsego-hometown-christmas-2024-handbells/ LOCATION:TOP Riverfront Pavilion\, 218 N Farmer St\, Otsego\, Michigan\, 49078\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231202T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231202T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20231129T223731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T030440Z UID:9428-1701532800-1701540000@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Handbells at Otsego Hometown Christmas DESCRIPTION:Otsego Hometown Christmas in on Saturday\, December 2nd. Michigan handbell duo Larry and Carla will be playing festive Christmas carols at this holiday event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOtsego Hometown Christmas should be fun for all the family! There will be a farmers’ market\, a live Nativity\, a parade\, and an opportunity for children to make Christmas ornaments. You can take a hayride along the riverfront\, enjoy hot cocoa and cider\, and lots more. Santa will be there too! The evening will feature a tree-lighting\, and there will be lots of entertainment throughout the day. \n\n\n\nLarry and Carla’s handbell performance is sponsored by Otsego District Library. \n\n\n\nWould you like to hire a handbell group for your event?\n\n\n\nLarry and Carla are available to play handbell duets for weddings\, worship services\, concerts\, holiday events\, and corporate and private events. If you’re looking to hire a handbell choir for your event in Michigan or beyond\, please get in touch! A handbell duo takes up less room than a standard handbell choir\, making Larry and Carla particularly suitable for smaller venues. Tell us what kind of event you’re planning\, and what type of music you’re looking for. \n\n\n\nCome and see us at Otsego Hometown Christmas\, and listen to the sound of Christmas bells at this special time of year! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/handbells-at-otsego-hometown-christmas/ LOCATION:TOP Riverfront Pavilion\, 218 N Farmer St\, Otsego\, Michigan\, 49078\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231124T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231124T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20230323T120811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T120939Z UID:9278-1700845200-1700852400@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Kerstmarkt-Holland 2023 DESCRIPTION:The Kerstmarkt-Holland 2023 will see the return of local handbell duo Larry and Carla\, who will be playing traditional Christmas handbell music on three Friday evenings during November and December. \n\n\n\nThe Kerstmarkt is an annual open-air European-style Christmas market located at the 8th Street Marketplace in Downtown Holland. Come and listen to beautiful festive music as you shop for unique handcrafted gifts and locally-made holiday treats. Coffee and hot cider will be available to help you stay warm! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMost of the Kerstmarkt is under cover\, so you can shop for gifts comfortably there. The market is located in downtown Holland\, so there are plenty of shops and restaurants close by. There’s enough to do that you could easily turn a visit to the Kerstmarkt into a day trip. The city’s famous “snowmelt” system makes it safe to walk on the heated sidewalks\, even if the weather is wintry. The Kerstmarkt will give you a taste of a traditional European Christmas market\, without having to fly to Europe! \n\n\n\nHere’s hoping for a bit less snow at the Kersmarkt-Holland 2023! This photo was taken on Kerstmarkt opening day\, on a chilly Saturday in 2022. We still had fun\, but wow\, it was cold! \n\n\n\nHandbells in the snow! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/kerstmarkt-holland-2023/ LOCATION:Kerstmarkt – Holland\, 150 W 8th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221209T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221209T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20220929T235139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T235302Z UID:9043-1670605200-1670612400@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Bells at the Kerstmarkt in Holland\, MI DESCRIPTION:Christmas bells will be ringing at the Kerstmarkt in Downtown Holland! Local handbell duo Larry and Carla will be playing traditional Christmas handbell music at the event in 2022. \n\n\n\nThe Kerstmarkt is an annual open-air European-style Christmas market located at the 8th Street Marketplace in Downtown Holland. Come and listen to beautiful festive music as you shop for unique handcrafted gifts\, and locally-made holiday treats. Coffee and hot cider will be available to help you stay warm! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ve been fortunate that the weather has been kind to us every time we’ve played handbells at the Kerstmarkt. Handbells generally don’t appreciate cold temperatures! We notice the change in the sound of the bells when we play outdoors in winter\, but the worst of the weather generally seems to wait until after Christmas! Most of the Kerstmarkt is under cover\, so you can shop for gifts comfortably there. The market is located in downtown Holland\, so there are plenty of shops and restaurants close by. There’s enough to do in the town\, that you could easily turn a visit to the Kerstmarkt into a day trip. The market will give you a taste of a traditional European Christmas market\, without having to fly to Europe. \n\n\n\nHere’s a video of one of our performances from the 2021 Kerstmarkt: URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-bells-at-the-kerstmarkt-in-holland-mi/ LOCATION:Kerstmarkt – Holland\, 150 W 8th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221125T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221125T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20220929T204500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T171000Z UID:9038-1669388400-1669395600@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Handbell Duets at the Kerstmarkt-Holland DESCRIPTION:Handbell duets at the Kerstmarkt! Local handbell duo Larry and Carla will again be playing traditional Christmas handbell music at this popular annual event. \n\n\n\nThe Kerstmarkt is an annual open-air European-style Christmas market located at the 8th Street Marketplace in Downtown Holland. Come and listen to beautiful festive music as you shop for unique handcrafted gifts\, and locally-made holiday treats. Coffee and hot cider will be available to help you stay warm! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you missed our performance at the Kerstmarkt in Holland on the opening day last Saturday… here’s how it looked: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHandbells generally don’t appreciate cold temperatures! We notice the change in the sound of the bells when we play outdoors in winter\, but the worst of the weather usually seems to wait until after Christmas. Thankfully\, most of the Kerstmarkt is under cover\, so you can shop for gifts comfortably there\, even if it rains or snows. It’s a great way to soak up a little of the magic of a traditional European Christmas market\, without having book a flight! The market is located in Downtown Holland\, so there are plenty of shops and restaurants close by. If you’re traveling from outside Holland\, you can arrive early and make a day off it! \n\n\n\nHere’s a video of one of our performances from the 2021 Kerstmarkt: URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/handbell-duets-at-the-kerstmarkt-holland/ LOCATION:Kerstmarkt – Holland\, 150 W 8th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221119T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221119T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20220929T183441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T232710Z UID:9035-1668852000-1668859200@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Handbells at the Kerstmarkt in Downtown Holland DESCRIPTION:Handbells are coming back to the Kerstmarkt in Downtown Holland! Local handbell duo Larry and Carla will again be playing traditional Christmas handbell music at the event in 2022. Saturday\, November 19 marks the start of the 2022 event! \n\n\n\nThe Kerstmarkt is an annual open-air European-style Christmas market located at the 8th Street Marketplace in Downtown Holland. Come and listen to beautiful festive music as you shop for unique handcrafted gifts\, and locally-made holiday treats. Coffee and hot cider will be available to help you stay warm! \n\n\n\nWe’ve been fortunate that the weather has been kind to us every time we’ve played at this annual event. Thankfully\, we haven’t had to cope with the kind of extreme cold that would make what we do impossible. Handbells generally don’t appreciate cold temperatures. We notice the change in the sound of the bells when we play outdoors in winter\, but the worst of the weather generally seems to wait until after Christmas! Most of the Kerstmarkt is under cover\, so you can shop for gifts comfortably there. The market is located in Downtown Holland\, so there are plenty of shops and restaurants close by. Here’s a video of one of our performances from the 2021 Kerstmarkt: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you miss seeing us on the opening day of the Kerstmarkt\, we’ll also be there on the evenings of Friday\, December 2 and Friday\, December 9. URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/handbells-at-the-kerstmarkt-in-downtown-holland/ LOCATION:Kerstmarkt – Holland\, 150 W 8th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211210T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211210T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20210607T225624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T222739Z UID:8167-1639155600-1639162800@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Handbells at the Holland Kerstmarkt DESCRIPTION:We’re looking forward to playing handbells at the Holland Kerstmarkt again in 2021! \n\n\n\nHandbell duo Larry and Carla will again be playing traditional Christmas handbell music at the Kerstmarkt. This is an annual open-air European-style Christmas market located at the 8th Street Marketplace in Downtown Holland. Come and listen to beautiful festive music as you shop for unique\, handcrafted gifts and locally-made holiday treats. Coffee and hot cider will be available to help you stay warm! \n\n\n\nWe’ve been fortunate that the weather has been kind to us every time we’ve played at this annual event. Thankfully\, we haven’t had to cope with the kind of extreme cold that would make what we do impossible. Handbells generally don’t appreciate cold temperatures. We notice the change in the sound of the bells when we play outdoors in winter\, but the worst of the weather generally seems to wait until after Christmas! Most of the Kerstmarkt is under cover\, so you can shop for gifts comfortably there. The market is located in Downtown Holland\, so there are plenty of shops and restaurants close by. Here’s a video of one of our performances from the 2018 Kerstmarkt: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe played handbells at the Holland Kerstmarkt in 2020\, and the masks proved surprisingly good at keeping our faces warm! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe market is at its most festive after dark. We hope to see you there in 2021! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/handbells-at-the-holland-kerstmarkt/ LOCATION:Kerstmarkt – Holland\, 150 W 8th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211126T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211126T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20210607T224305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T222937Z UID:8165-1637938800-1637946000@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Handbells at the Kerstmarkt - Holland DESCRIPTION:We’re looking forward to playing handbells at the Kerstmarkt again in 2021! \n\n\n\nHandbell duo Larry and Carla will be playing traditional Christmas handbell music at the Kerstmarkt – an open-air European-style Christmas market located at the 8th Street Marketplace in Downtown Holland. Come and listen to beautiful festive music as you shop for unique\, handcrafted gifts and locally-made holiday treats. Coffee and hot cider will be available to help you stay warm! \n\n\n\nWe’ve been fortunate that the weather has been kind to us every time we’ve played at this annual event. Thankfully\, we haven’t had to cope with the kind of extreme cold that would make what we do impossible. Handbells generally don’t appreciate cold temperatures. We notice the change in the sound of the bells when we play outdoors in winter\, but the worst of the weather generally seems to wait until after Christmas! Most of the Kerstmarkt is under cover\, so you can shop for gifts comfortably there. The market is located in Downtown Holland\, so there are plenty of shops and restaurants close by. Here’s a video of one of our performances from the 2017 Kerstmarkt: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe played handbells at the Kerstmarkt in 2020\, and the masks proved surprisingly good at keeping our faces warm! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe market is at its most festive after dark. We hope to see you there in 2021! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/handbells-at-the-kerstmarkt-holland/ LOCATION:Kerstmarkt – Holland\, 150 W 8th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210819T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210819T183000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20210813T231656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T231719Z UID:8300-1629387000-1629397800@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Handbell Happenings at Bay View 2021 DESCRIPTION:Handbell Happenings – at the Bay View Association!As you’ll probably be aware\, the 2021 Bay View Week of Handbells concert had to be canceled/postponed because of COVID-19 concerns. An event of this type and size has to be planned months in advance. With the uncertain nature of the virus\, travel restrictions\, and the need to keep the musicians and audience safe\, the wisest decision was to postpone the event for another year. However\, some of the usual participants are making plans for a small gathering in the big events tent at Bay View instead.Handbell duo (and Bay View Association members) Larry and Carla will play handbell duets\, from around 3:30pm in the big tent near the John M. Hall Auditorium on Thursday\, August 19th. You’re welcome to come and listen\, see the bells at close range\, and ask us any burning questions about handbells.A little later\, some of the ringers who usually participate in the annual Week of Handbells will be joining us. From around 5:00pm\, we’ll all play some handbell music together. This part of the event is designed primarilyas a gathering for the handbell people\, but anyone is welcome to drop by at any point to meet the ringers and listen to the music. It won’t be the same as the usual annual handbell concert\, because the music will be completelyunrehearsed\, but it’s a chance to see and hear handbell ringing in an informal setting at Bay View this summer. We all hope to be able to participate in the usual handbell concert in August 2022!We’ll be observing COVID-19 safety measures for this event. Please bring a mask with you\, and be aware of the need for social distancing where possible. \n\n\n\nAny questions?\n\n\n\nPlease contact us if you need more information\, or have any questions about this event. You’re welcome to come and chat with us\, if you see us on the porch at the corner of Woodland and Pine! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/handbell-happenings-at-bay-view-2021/ LOCATION:The Events Tent\, 1715 Encampment Ave\, Petoskey\, MI 49770\, The Events Tent\, 1715 Encampment Ave\, Petoskey\, Michigan\, 49770\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Handbell Concert,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201222T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201222T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20201216T143443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201216T143939Z UID:5486-1608656400-1608663600@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Handbell Duets at Burcham Hills Festival of Lights DESCRIPTION:Burcham Hills is sharing the joy of the holidays in a safe and engaging way by presenting its first drive-thru Burcham Hills Festival of Lights\, Monday-Tuesday\, Dec. 21-22\, 5-7 p.m. It is free and open to the public\, but reservations are important as a limited number of cars can be accommodated. \n\n\n\nThe event features 13\,500 twinkling lights\, Santa and contactless delivery of free hot chocolate and candy canes. Holland-based handbell musicians Larry and Carla will perform on both evenings. \n\n\n\nThere is no admission charge\, and space is expected to fill quickly. Reservations are suggested by Friday\, Dec. 18. To RSVP\, call 517-827-1072. An optional donation of non-perishable food items for Greater Lansing Food Bank will be collected. Those who donate will receive their choice of a free face mask or shopping cart cover. URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/handbell-duets-at-burcham-hills-festival-of-lights-2/ LOCATION:Burcham Hills\, 2700 Burcham Drive\, East Lansing\, Michigan\, 48823\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201221T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201221T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20201216T132436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201216T143822Z UID:5482-1608570000-1608577200@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Handbell Duets at Burcham Hills Festival of Lights DESCRIPTION:Burcham Hills is sharing the joy of the holidays in a safe and engaging way by presenting its first drive-thru Burcham Hills Festival of Lights\, Monday-Tuesday\, Dec. 21-22\, 5-7 p.m. It is free and open to the public\, but reservations are important as a limited number of cars can be accommodated. \n\n\n\nThe event features 13\,500 twinkling lights\, Santa and contactless delivery of free hot chocolate and candy canes. Holland-based handbell musicians Larry and Carla will perform on both evenings. \n\n\n\nThere is no admission charge\, and space is expected to fill quickly. Reservations are suggested by Friday\, Dec. 18. To RSVP\, call 517-827-1072. An optional donation of non-perishable food items for Greater Lansing Food Bank will be collected. Those who donate will receive their choice of a free face mask or shopping cart cover. URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/handbell-duets-at-burcham-hills-festival-of-lights/ LOCATION:Burcham Hills\, 2700 Burcham Drive\, East Lansing\, Michigan\, 48823\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201211T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201211T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20200724T140352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200724T142030Z UID:4998-1607706000-1607713200@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Handbell Duets at the Kerstmarkt-Holland DESCRIPTION:Larry and Carla will be playing Christmas handbell music at the Kerstmarkt – an open-air European-style Christmas market located at the 8th Street Marketplace in Downtown Holland. Come and listen to beautiful festive music as you shop for unique\, handcrafted gifts and locally-made holiday treats. Coffee and hot cider will be available to help you stay warm! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-handbell-duets-at-the-kerstmarkt-holland-2/ LOCATION:Kerstmarkt – Holland\, 150 W 8th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201127T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201127T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20200724T135658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200724T142204Z UID:4996-1606489200-1606496400@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Handbell Duets at the Kerstmarkt-Holland DESCRIPTION:Larry and Carla will be playing Christmas handbell music at the Kerstmarkt – an open-air European-style Christmas market located at the 8th Street Marketplace in Downtown Holland. Come and listen to beautiful festive music as you shop for unique\, handcrafted gifts and locally-made holiday treats. Coffee and hot cider will be available to help you stay warm! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-handbell-duets-at-the-kerstmarkt-holland/ LOCATION:Kerstmarkt – Holland\, 150 W 8th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191230T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191230T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20191121T190104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T111901Z UID:4491-1577718000-1577725200@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Handbells at Cherry Republic of Holland DESCRIPTION:Michigan handbell duo Larry and Carla will be ringing in the Christmas season at Cherry Republic of Holland. Shop for holiday treats as you listen to Christmas bells! \n\n\n\nChristmas bells at Cherry Republic URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-handbells-at-cherry-republic-of-holland/ LOCATION:Cherry Republic of Holland\, 29 W 8th St\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191223T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191223T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20191107T174705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T111842Z UID:4481-1577109600-1577116800@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Handbell Duets at the Salvation Army Red Kettle DESCRIPTION:Fundraising for the Salvation Army in Holland\, Michigan\n\n\n\nHandbell duo Larry and Carla will be playing Christmas handbell music at the Salvation Army Red Kettle at D&W Fresh Market in Holland\, Michigan! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-handbell-duets-at-the-salvation-army-red-kettle/ LOCATION:D&W Fresh Market\, 50 Douglas Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49424\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191218T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191218T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20191107T002007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T111823Z UID:4478-1576663200-1576670400@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Handbell Duets at D&W Fresh Market DESCRIPTION:Fundraising for the Salvation Army in Holland\, Michigan\n\n\n\nHandbell duo Larry and Carla will be playing Christmas handbell music at the Salvation Army Red Kettle at D&W Fresh Market in Holland\, Michigan! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-handbell-duets-at-dw-fresh-market/ LOCATION:D&W Fresh Market\, 50 Douglas Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49424\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191216T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191216T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20191107T000727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T111928Z UID:4474-1576490400-1576497600@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Handbells at D&W Fresh Market\, Holland DESCRIPTION:Playing handbells for the Salvation Army at D&W Fresh Market in Holland \n\n\n\nHandbell duo Larry and Carla will be playing Christmas handbell music at the Salvation Army Red Kettle at D&W Fresh Market in Holland\, Michigan! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-handbells-at-dw-fresh-market-holland-2/ LOCATION:D&W Fresh Market\, 50 Douglas Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49424\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191213T053000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191213T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20190628T005904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T111935Z UID:4286-1576215000-1576263600@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Handbell Duets at the Kerstmarkt - Holland 2019 DESCRIPTION:Larry and Carla will be playing Christmas handbell music at the Kerstmarkt – an open-air European-style Christmas market located at the 8th Street Marketplace in Downtown Holland. Come and listen to beautiful festive music as you shop for unique\, handcrafted gifts and locally-made holiday treats. Coffee and hot cider will be available to help you stay warm! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-handbell-duets-at-the-kerstmarkt-holland-2019/ LOCATION:Kerstmarkt – Holland\, 150 W 8th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191209T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191209T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20191106T235235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T111956Z UID:4472-1575900000-1575907200@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Handbell Duets at D&W Fresh Market\, Holland DESCRIPTION:Fundraising for the Salvation Army in Holland\, Michigan\n\n\n\nHandbell duo Larry and Carla will be playing Christmas handbell music at the Salvation Army Red Kettle at D&W Fresh Market in Holland\, Michigan! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-handbell-duets-at-dw-fresh-market-holland/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191202T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191202T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20191106T234741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T111807Z UID:4469-1575280800-1575288000@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Handbells at D&W Fresh Market\, Holland DESCRIPTION:Handbell duo Larry and Carla will be playing Christmas handbell music at the Salvation Army Red Kettle at D&W Fresh Market in Holland\, Michigan! \n\n\n\nChristmas bells at the Salvation Army Red Kettle in Holland\, Michigan! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-handbells-at-dw-fresh-market-holland/ LOCATION:D&W Fresh Market\, 50 Douglas Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49424\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191130T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191130T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20191106T233549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T112029Z UID:4467-1575108000-1575115200@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Bells at the Salvation Army Red Kettle DESCRIPTION:Playing handbells for the Salvation Army at D&W Fresh Market in Holland \n\n\n\nHandbell duo Larry and Carla will be playing Christmas handbell music at the Salvation Army Red Kettle at D&W Fresh Market in Holland\, Michigan! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-bells-at-the-salvation-army-red-kettle/ LOCATION:D&W Fresh Market\, 50 Douglas Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49424\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191129T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191129T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20190628T005105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210117T164434Z UID:4283-1575039600-1575046800@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Handbells at the 2019 Kerstmarkt - Holland DESCRIPTION:Larry and Carla will be playing Christmas handbell music at the Kerstmarkt – an open-air European-style Christmas market located at the 8th Street Marketplace in Downtown Holland. Come and listen to beautiful festive music as you shop for unique\, handcrafted gifts and locally-made holiday treats! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/handbells-at-the-2019-kerstmarkt-holland/ LOCATION:Kerstmarkt – Holland\, 150 W 8th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190725T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190725T203000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20190617T170524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190825T015540Z UID:4263-1564036200-1564086600@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Handbells at the 2019 Downtown Holland Street Performer Series DESCRIPTION:Handbell duets in Downtown Holland! \n\nLarry and Carla will be playing handbell duets as part of the 2019 Downtown Holland Street Performer Series. Look for us outside the Knickerbocker Theatre on July 29th\, and outside Resthaven Warm Friend on August 29th.\n\nThis event is sponsored by the Gentex Corporation and supported by Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs through the Holland Area Arts Council. It’s free to attend\, but tips for the performers are appreciated! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/handbells-at-the-2019-downtown-holland-street-performer-series-2/ LOCATION:Knickerbocker Theatre\, 3504\, 86 E 8th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190613T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190613T203000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20190604T192323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T112151Z UID:4257-1560450600-1560457800@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Handbells at the 2019 Downtown Holland Street Performer Series DESCRIPTION:Larry and Carla at the Downtown Holland Street Performer Series \nLarry and Carla will be playing handbell duets as part of the 2019 Downtown Holland Street Performer Series. Look for us outside Resthaven Warm Friend on June 13th! \nWe’ll also be performing outside the Knickerbocker Theatre on July 29th\, and again outside Resthaven Warm Friend on August 29th. \nThis event is sponsored by the Gentex Corporation and supported by Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs through the Holland Area Arts Council. URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/handbells-at-the-2019-downtown-holland-street-performer-series/ LOCATION:5 E 8th St\, 5 E 8th St\, Hollad\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181217T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20181018T235752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181018T235752Z UID:3820-1545051600-1545062400@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Bells at the Salvation Army Red Kettle in Holland\, MI DESCRIPTION:Bellringing for the Salvation Army in Holland\, Michigan! \nHandbell duo Larry and Carla will be playing Christmas handbell music at the Salvation Army Red Kettle at D&W Fresh Market in Holland\, Michigan! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-bells-at-the-salvation-army-red-kettle-in-holland-mi-4/ LOCATION:D&W Fresh Market\, 50 Douglas Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49424\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181212T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20181018T235449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181018T235449Z UID:3818-1544608800-1544619600@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Bells at the Salvation Army Red Kettle in Holland\, MI DESCRIPTION:Bellringing for the Salvation Army in Holland\, Michigan! \nHandbell duo Larry and Carla will be playing Christmas handbell music at the Salvation Army Red Kettle at D&W Fresh Market in Holland\, Michigan! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-bells-at-the-salvation-army-red-kettle-in-holland-mi-3/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181201T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181201T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T095400 CREATED:20181018T235210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181018T235520Z UID:3816-1543658400-1543669200@larryandcarla.com SUMMARY:Christmas Bells at the Salvation Army Red Kettle in Holland\, MI DESCRIPTION:Bellringing for the Salvation Army in Holland\, Michigan! \nHandbell duo Larry and Carla will be playing Christmas handbell music at the Salvation Army Red Kettle at D&W Fresh Market in Holland\, Michigan! URL:https://larryandcarla.com/event/christmas-bells-at-the-salvation-army-red-kettle-in-holland-mi-2/ LOCATION:D&W Fresh Market\, 50 Douglas Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49424\, United States CATEGORIES:Christmas and Holiday Performance,Community Event,Street Performance END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR