Read Me a Story is a traditional library storytime in the shade of the Lapel Branch greenspace.

Read Me a Story is a less noisy program with individual play, so it has a TURTLE sensory and activity level: low noise with focused, calm activity.

This program emphasizes the early literacy activities of READ, PLAY, SING, TALK, and WRITE which are essential habits for getting ready to read, as determined by the American Library Association's Every Child Ready to Read program.

Want to experience Christmas? Bring your family and friends to A Christmas Experience at East Side. The evenings will be full of hands-on, interactive fun for families. The ancient town of Bethlehem will be set up in the worship center with fifteen-minute performances of storytelling presenting the Christmas story. Visit the North Pole with stations for crafts, cookie decorating, writing a letter to Santa and more. We have spots available for people who want to help make these enchanting nights possible.

We will also have a Christmas Market (Vendors can sign up here: https://eschurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1893168).
If you're a business looking to promote your business, you can find more information about sponsorship opportunities here: https://eschurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1905225.

Visit the holiday bazaar at Gathering Grounds to round out your shopping.

Children's art classes take place on the second Saturday of each month at Gallery 119. Classes are taught by a variety of teachers. Each is independently offered and registered. Registration can be done online, at the Gallery, or by phone call to 765-778-0986.

Love shopping, but hate the wrapping? The PHHS Choral Boosters are thrilled to announce a new fundraiser this holiday season! On Saturday, December 9th from 10-2 PM, PHHS Choral Boosters will be providing holiday gift wrapping services by donation. Drop off is at 10am and pick up is at 2pm at the 2W entrance (the front left).

Free holiday event featuring Photos with Santa (Bring your own camera!), hot chocolate and candy canes, and a chance to meet one of Santa's elves and reindeer! The Ingalls Police Department will provide clothing and toy donation bins in the parking lot as part of their Cops for Kids program.

Join us on December 9th from 12-3 PM at the Pendleton Community Library for our enchanting annual Holiday Open House!
Bring the whole family and immerse yourselves in countless festive activities like a gift-wrapping buffet, cookie decorating, ornament making, and an exciting opportunity to meet Santa Claus himself!
Get there early to unwrap the magic and make lasting holiday memories. Best of all, it's a FREE event – let the joy and festivities begin!

Hot chocolate in the Park is back. Friends of Falls Park will be in front of the Gazebo on Saturday evenings in December with free hot chocolate. (Weather permitting)
Join us for a family fun evening of games, hot chocolate and lights in falls park.
Have a cup of cheer, a cookie and a walk through Hometown Christmas at Falls Park light display. Holiday mixes include Peppermint, marshmallows, sprinkles, chocolate chips and more. Stay awhile and enjoy winter games at the gazebo.

Trinity invites you to celebrate the Christmas season with a full musical production with choir, orchestra and uplifting narration. Featuring singers and musicians from our community. There is no cost to attend.

Make a love offering and enjoy a hot, homemade pancake breakfast benefitting the congregation activities. Do not miss the annual cookie walk - fill a box for $5!