The Kreidersville Covered Bridge Association will host its annual Christmas tree lighting Saturday, Dec. 8, 4:30-5:30 p.m., at the gazebo.

In the event of bad weather, it will be held Dec. 9.

Celebrate the season with cookies and hot chocolate – and a visit from Santa!

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Allen Township will hold its Operation Santa on Dec. 16-17.

Fire company volunteers will escort Santa to your house via fire truck to deliver one gift (that parents provide) per child to your front door.

Deadline to register is Sunday, Dec. 9. Gifts must be dropped off at the fire station by Monday, Dec. 10. Donation is $10 per child. Gift-givers are asked to have the child's name and address on each gift.

To sign up, call 610-440-0143 or email operationsanta45@yahoo.com.

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