$8 Adults $6 Students
Join us for the Holiday classic Festival of Trees Jazz Band concert featuring our musicians from the City and County schools. Tickets available from the High School Choral Departments or at the Paramount Box office. Doors open at 6PM.

Stephen T. Jackson will present "Of Gypsies, Vesuvius, Elephants, and Buffalo Bill" a 16 part series based on his book "If the River Could Talk, Stories of the White River in Madison County". This 16 part series is being touted as part of the America 250 Celebration.

Candlelight yoga will use a gentle, flow style class that focuses on breathing and light stretching. It is the perfect way to end your day and wind down before bed.

Adults $8 Students $6
Join us for the annual performance of the Festival of Trees Christmas Choirs. Viewing of the Festival Trees in the Hardacre Ballroom is included with the price of admission

A shopping event by the Victoria Guild to showcase our shops. The entire lobby will be filled with tradition, along with our huge raffle, bake sale, and wonderful gifts for the holidays. Please join us!

All are welcome to join Pendleton Christian Church for food and fellowship at the weekly community suppers in the church fellowship hall. Each week’s menu features something hot and delicious to fill your family’s stomach and good company that will fill your heart.

Adults $8 Students $6
Join us for the annual performance of the Festival of Trees Christmas County Choirs. Viewing of the Festival Trees in the Hardacre Ballroom is included with the price of admission.

Who wants some Texas Roadhouse rolls? Our "celebrity" servers will be happy to bring them to you! Join us for our tips day fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse in Anderson on December 6, 11:00am - 2:00pm.

Save the date for a small town holiday celebration with lights, music, and joy to spare!

SAVE THE DATE
We invite families to join us at the North Pole on Saturday, December 7th‼️
More information to come soon. October 1st ticket pre-sale information released.
Trinity Preschool will host our 12th Annual Cookies with Santa Fundraiser.
This event is to help raise money for our scholarship program.
Cookies with Santa will be full of indoor Christmas fun featuring make and take crafts, cookies and cocoa, free 4x6 photo with Santa, character meet and greet and more!

Join us for local vendors and products, a biscuits and gravy breakfast, and mimosas, at our winter market!
We are also looking for VENDORS. Contact Dave at the phone number listed for more info.

Come and kick off the Holiday Season and a day full of Christmas fun in Lapel with the Ford Street UMC Holiday Bazaar!
Vendors will be present selling a variety of crafts, treats, and festive items as you hunt for the perfect Holiday gift for a special someone. We will also be selling soup for lunch during this time sponsored by our Helping Hands Ministry.
Interested in being a vendor? Registration is $10/table. Click on the following link to sign up, or contact Diane Mendenhall in the church office at (765) 534-3314.
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PICTURES WITH THE GRINCH – PET EDITION!
Calling all pet parents! Bring your fur babies for a pawsitively adorable photo op with the one and only Grinch this holiday season!
When: Saturday, December 7th | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: The Real Estate Pros Office | 6962 S State Road 67, Pendleton, IN
No appointment needed—just stop by for a fun and festive experience!
Pet-safe check-in: Only one group allowed in the building at a time to ensure a calm and safe environment for your fur babies!
$10 donation per photo session benefiting the Secret Families of Madison County. Spread the love of Christ this Season by Helping Families
Can't make it but still want to help? Click the link below to donate to Secret Families now!
Come for the Grinch, stay for the pets, and leave with a memory you’ll cherish fur-ever!
DONATE NOW - https://www.secretfamiliesmc.org/donate/

All stuffies are $20. Stuffies may be created at the event or picked up in a kit for a special holiday gift. If you are unable to pick up a kit on the 7th, pick up is available during normal business hours from the Eastside Elementary Office. Proceeds from this event benefit the service learning project fifth grade high ability students are planning the week before Winter Break. Orders are due November 26, 2024.
Click here to order: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/e2-fifth-grade-high-abilitys-build-a-stuffy-workshop?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR02QOmU8sli8dgpC1z9fhnSCxUve4PlVd8SfRzzM2ve64JC9QCSsrZQ4Cw_aem_RhRHGkEblb8FyV6ung3n_Q

Friends of Falls park will host Hometown Christmas – hot chocolate in Falls Park from 5-7pm on December 7, 14, and 21.

A Prophecy Show

North Americas's most popular and longest running tribute to Trans-Siberian Orchestra A production value and cast with record sell outs that are absolutely unmatched by any other show of its kind ANYWHERE!

$10
Join George and Norma Smith and their friends for their annual Christmas Concert featuring the beautiful Parmaount Theatre Page Organ

Come enjoy a nostalgic Christmas Open House with your friends at the Pendleton Historical Museum. All ages will enjoy this delightful evening of holiday cheer.

Dine in only. 10% of all sales will be donated to Lapel Show Choir!! Share with your friends!!

The Block Party program offered by Purdue Extension provides events that include free play with blocks of all types and sizes for families and their children ages 8 months to 8 years. Parents interact and play with their children while learning how to help them develop a variety of skills such as math, science, social, physical, new words, pre-reading, creative, and problem-solving skills.

In some cases, blocks as a play material have disappeared from many homes and early childhood centers, but young children still need and deserve opportunities that blocks offer to play freely!

Benefits of Block Play

Purdue Extension faculty and educators are studying block play as a rich, developmentally appropriate activity for young children- one that contributes to their readiness for kindergarten. Researchers have found:

Children develop a variety of skills through block play –
Math
Early Engineering
Social Skills
Physics
Creativity
Physical Skills and Movement
Preschoolers playing with large “loose parts” blocks demonstrated twice as much whole-body movement and four times as many early engineering behaviors as compared with play on a traditional playground.
Girls and boys were equally physically active and equally engaged in early engineering.
Parents who attended and Extension-sponsored Block Party reported a fourfold increase in their understanding of the value of block play and how to support their children’s play.

Candlelight yoga will use a gentle, flow style class that focuses on breathing and light stretching. It is the perfect way to end your day and wind down before bed.

All are welcome to join Pendleton Christian Church for food and fellowship at the weekly community suppers in the church fellowship hall. Each week’s menu features something hot and delicious to fill your family’s stomach and good company that will fill your heart.

National Wreaths Across America Day at Grove Lawn Cemetery to honor the service of American veterans.

Exciting News for Holiday Entertaining at Pendleton Artists Society
Christmas Holiday Cookie Walk
December 14th 11-4:00 pm Gallery119 Pendleton IN!
Baklava will definitely be available at 11 a.m.! Come early.

Because of the interest in the first two classes we still demands for a third class. Sign up now and have baklava for Christmas!!!!

The holiday season is here, and the Town of Ingalls invites you to celebrate with us at our annual Holiday Event! This cherished tradition is filled with festive cheer, family-friendly activities, and the spirit of giving. Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 14th, and join us from Noon until 2 pm at Town Hall (308 N Meridian Street, Ingalls, IN 46048).

What to Expect:

Meet Santa!
Santa Claus is making a special stop in Ingalls! Kids (and the young at heart) can meet Santa, share their Christmas wishes, and snap a memorable photo to treasure forever. We will also have Santa’s mailbox and a letter writing station set up so that he can take your letters back to the North Pole.

Santa’s Helpers:
Santa’s elf and reindeer will be joining in on the fun! Stop by for magical photo opportunities and an unforgettable holiday experience.

Complimentary Treats:
Warm up with a cup of hot chocolate and enjoy the sweet treat of a candy cane as you soak in the holiday cheer.

Spreading Holiday Cheer with the Ingalls Police Department:
The Ingalls Police Department will be spreading the joy of the season by giving away winter clothing and toys for children in need as a part of their Cops for Kids Program. Visit them at the Police Station at 247 N Meridian Street, Ingalls, IN 46048, during the event to receive these items. We are still collecting donations of new and unused coats, hats, gloves, and toys for this drive. You can drop donations off at Town Hall during regular office hours.

Let’s Celebrate Together:
The Town of Ingalls Holiday Event is all about bringing our community together to celebrate the magic of the season. Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit to this festive gathering—it’s the perfect way to create joyful memories this holiday season.

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, December 14th, as we come together to make the season bright. Don’t miss it!

Join us for our annual Holiday Open House! December 14, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM at the Pendleton Community Library. Open to all ages—come celebrate the season!"

Celebrate the holiday season with us at our Annual Holiday Open House! 🎄 Join us on December 14 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Pendleton Community Library for a festive afternoon filled with fun activities for all ages:

Enjoy a Hot Chocolate Bar
Decorate your own Gingerbread House (Till Supplies Last)
Take home a free book from our Book Giveaway
Wrap your gifts at our Gift Wrapping Station
Create your own Wreath at the Wreath Decorating station
Watch Holiday Short Films & enjoy some popcorn
Make your own holiday cards at our Card Making station
Meet Santa & Elves
Enjoy a festive performance by THE Silver Strummers

It’s the perfect way to kick off the season with family and friends!

Children's Art Classes beginning December 14.

Friends of Falls park will host Hometown Christmas – hot chocolate in Falls Park from 5-7pm on December 7, 14, and 21.

Along with the “season of introductions” for our ASO conductor candidates, the 2024-2025 season also includes, “HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS.” The December concert is conducted by local guest conductor, Anderson University professor and ASO board member, Adam Waller. The concert will include all the traditional, annual trimmings – along with some wonderful performances by musicians and local Madison County Musical Groups, and the Anderson University Chorale…truly a great way to celebrate the season “back home in Indiana”.

For those of us experiencing loneliness, sadness and loss, the Christmas season can be very difficult. During these times it’s helpful to know that you are not alone in these feelings.

Our Blue Christmas service is a very unique event with candles, contemplation, song, prayer and a reminder that you are seen, known, and deeply loved by your heavenly Father.

If you have lost a loved one and just aren’t looking forward to Christmas this year, we invite you to come and worship with us. We hope that this service provides a space for you to sit with your pain, give it to God, and hear again the Good News of the hope that is found in Christ Jesus.

10% of all sales will be donated to the Pendleton Heights Choral Boosters to support the choir programs. Present the flyer/image to your server when placing your order. Dine in only.

Candlelight yoga will use a gentle, flow style class that focuses on breathing and light stretching. It is the perfect way to end your day and wind down before bed.

Welcome! We'd love to have you join our newest book club at PCL.
We will be meeting on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 6:30pm in Sycamore AB. Bring yourself and join us--we don't even care if you're late (or, didn't finish the book)!

Questions? Email Ashley at carseats@pendleton.lib.in.us or check out this group's Facebook page.

December 18th: Holiday Party / Book Exchange

All are welcome to join Pendleton Christian Church for food and fellowship at the weekly community suppers in the church fellowship hall. Each week’s menu features something hot and delicious to fill your family’s stomach and good company that will fill your heart.

$15 & $20
Anderson Young Ballet Theatre welcomes you to our 51st Anniversary Season. Please join us for the holiday tradition of The Nutcracker. This beloved children's ballet is based on the Christmas story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E.T.A. Hoffman and danced to the score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Bring your family and experience a dreamscape of a child's Christmas gift set to wonderful dancing, beautiful costuming, and dramatic scenery with Anderson's own pre-professional ballet company.

Friends of Falls park will host Hometown Christmas – hot chocolate in Falls Park from 5-7pm on December 7, 14, and 21.

$15 & $20
Anderson Young Ballet Theatre welcomes you to our 51st Anniversary Season. Please join us for the holiday tradition of The Nutcracker. This beloved children's ballet is based on the Christmas story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E.T.A. Hoffman and danced to the score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Bring your family and experience a dreamscape of a child's Christmas gift set to wonderful dancing, beautiful costuming, and dramatic scenery with Anderson's own pre-professional ballet company.

$15 & $20
Anderson Young Ballet Theatre welcomes you to our 51st Anniversary Season. Please join us for the holiday tradition of The Nutcracker. This beloved children's ballet is based on the Christmas story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E.T.A. Hoffman and danced to the score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Bring your family and experience a dreamscape of a child's Christmas gift set to wonderful dancing, beautiful costuming, and dramatic scenery with Anderson's own pre-professional ballet company.

A Christmas Story is a 1983 Christmas comedy film directed by Bob Clark and based on the 1966 book In God We Trust: All Others Pay Cash by Jean Shepherd, with some elements from his 1971 book Wanda Hickey's Night of Golden Memories and Other Disasters. It stars Melinda Dillon, Darren McGavin, and Peter Billingsley, and follows a young boy and his family's misadventures during Christmas time in the 1940s. It is the third installment in the Parker Family Saga.

The Museum of Madison County History will be holding its second annual Family Day at the Museum on Saturday, December 28, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This open house was highly successful last year and is open to the public and free of charge. Donations will be highly appreciated.