The Historic Ephrata Cloister, 632 W. Main St., Ephrata, will host its Candlelight Open House on Saturday, Nov. 25, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. The evening will feature craftspeople, music and refreshments in the historic setting.

Attendees will have an opportunity to visit with craftspeople, including Elva Hurst, chalk pastel artist and owner of Barnyard Art Studio; Matt Vardjan, owner of PA German Folk Art Papers, who will demonstrate how to make paper stars; Jim King, faux graining artist and co-author of the book "False Graining Techniques"; and Paul Luttrell, wood turner and creator of handcrafted bowls. All crafters will have items available for purchase.

Attendees will also have an opportunity to make small paper gift boxes and visit the Museum Store for handcrafted Christmas gifts.

The Ephrata Cloister Chorus will perform throughout the evening in the 1741 Saal, with guest musicians Amanda Wells and Randy Kochel from the Rizzetta's Tones performing Celtic airs on hammer dulcimer and guitar.

There will be costumed guides and historic demonstrators on hand at all of the site's historic buildings.

Light refreshments will be available in the visitor center. Hot dogs, hot chocolate and coffee will be available for purchase in the parking lot.

Advance tickets can be purchased at https://bit.ly/472k3nw. The event is free for members of the Ephrata Cloister Associates. To learn more, visit http://www.ephratacloister.org or call 717-733-6600.