After dark:Celebrate the new month at happy hour

The holiday season is in full swing, with events galore filling up the calendar. Even the non-holiday happenings seem to be a bit more exciting, a bit cheerier than normal, as everyone gets in the holiday spirit.

This week brings concerts, Midnight Madness, wine dinners and more to the plate … read on to find out when and where all the fun will happen.

Celebrate the beginning of December with one of the great happy hours in town. If free food and craft beer is what you need, head to Rams Head Tavern (33 West St.) or Rams Head Roadhouse (1773 Generals Highway) where a lavish buffet of buffalo and specialty wings is served up...