Has Christmas panic set in yet? Savor the season at these weekend events in Newport County

Has Christmas panic started to set in yet?

With less than two weeks remaining until the big day you may still have plenty to cross off your list. Shopping, baking, cleaning the house for guests, it's a list some us would probably not like to check twice.

With all the things we may still have left to do, it's important to remember to slow down and enjoy the season. Take that moment to savor what makes the season bright and this weekend offers that chance.

From concerts to story readings there's something to allow for everyone to take a moment to pause and soak it all in before it's too late.

Check out what's happening in Newport County and start making your plans.

Christmas Country Sing-Along Spectacular

Newport Live presents a Christmas Country Sing-Along Spectacular with The Sweetback Sisters Christmas Show at the Jamestown Arts Center on Saturday at 7 p.m.

Tickets are $35 and available through EventBrite and via Newport Live website.

Tiverton Farmers Market 4th annual Christmas Specialty Farmers Market

The Tiverton Farmers Market invites the community to experience the fourth annual Christmas Specialty Farmers Market. On Sunday, Dec. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., stop by Tiverton Middle School, 10 Quintal Dr., to explore seasonal wares from more than 45 local vendors. There’s a little something for everyone, with offerings ranging from baked goods, to fresh fruits and veggies, micro-greens, seafood and meats, pizza and empanadas, honey, chocolates, hot chocolate, tea, and more. Plus, there’s art and home decor, pottery, candles, clothing, woodworking, jewelry, fine linens, and even treats for our furry friends. Music will be provided by Alicia & Chris of the Virginia James Band. This event is free and open to the public. For the latest updates, follow along on Facebook.

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas reading

A family-oriented festive event and discussion conducted by Pamela McColl, the author of a book about the life and times of Clement Clarke Moore and his 200-year-old poem “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.” The discussion will encourage participation by children and adults. Cookies, milk, tea coffee and wine will be available. The session will start at 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 15 at Trinity Church in Newport.

For more information visit trinitynewport.org

James Montgomery Band concert

Head to the Jane Pickens Theater on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. for a special Holiday Concert event with the legendary James Montgomery Band featuring bassist David Hull, guitarist George McCann, with area celebrities Michael “Tunes” Antunes on saxophone, Don Culp on drums and very special guest Doug Woolverton on trumpet.

This show is a fundraiser for Newport’s Broadway Street Fair. Tickets are $35 and all proceeds go back to Newport's favorite fair!

Montgomery will bring the holiday magic to the Jane Pickens with his exciting All-Star Blues Band, featuring a celebrity line-up that includes bassist David Hull from The Joe Perry Project (plus 4 tours with Aerosmith), guitarist George McCann (The Blues Brothers), drummer Don Culp (Beaver Brown Band), saxophonist Michael “Tunes” Antunes (Beaver Brown Band) and special guest Doug Woolverton (Victor Wainwright/Aretha Franklin) on trumpet. Opening the show will be local favorites Dopey Lopes & the Up All Night Band, along with some additional special guests to be announced soon.

Limited ticket packages featuring premium seating and a special pre-show 6 p.m. meet and greet with Montgomery and the band will be available for an additional fee. To purchase Meet & Greet seating please click the 6 p.m. ticketing link.

General Admission doors at 6:45 p.m., opener at 7:30 p.m., followed by an intermission and James Montgomery's All-Star Blues Band!

For more information visit janepickens.com/shows/legendary-james-montgomery-band-plus-special-guests

This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: Things to do in Newport Dec. 15-17: James Montgomery, Tiverton market