Day: November 28, 2023

Minerva’s historic North Market Street will be transformed into a Downtown Wonderland on Saturday, Dec. 2, 3-6 p.m., with a wide variety of free Christmas treats, crafts, activities, music and more, as well as the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus.The theme is Polar Express, and everyone of all ages is invited to wear pajamas. The Christmas parade will step off at 3 p.m. from Minerva Elementary School, proceeding up

Christ Community Church in Dellroy plans to host its 3rd annual live Nativity Dec. 9 with three show times.Visitors will experience the arrival of Mary and Joseph in Bethlehem, sing along with traditional Christmas Carols while the cry of the newborn Christ Child fills the air and watch Angels herald His birth as shepherds come to worship at the manger.Firepits, beautiful sets and period costumes enhance the sacred evening. Homemade

By Carol McIntireEditorThe 2023 holiday season arrived in Carrollton amid colorful holiday lights, the smiling faces of children and that oh, so familiar Ho, Ho, Ho Merry Christmas! from Santa Claus.Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived in the village during the Nov. 25 annual Christmas parade, which traditionally kicks off the season. The parade was moved to a 6 p.m. start last season. Participants took full advantage of the evening start