The Catasauqua Lions Club will hold its annual holiday meal this Saturday at 11:45 a.m. at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 417 Howertown Road.

All seniors from North Catasauqua and Catasauqua, or who belong to a church organization in either community, are invited to the holiday meal.

The meal is free, but a reservation is suggested by calling Joe at 610-264-4130.

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The Borough of Catasauqua will hold its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony this Sunday starting at 5:30 p.m. at the municipal park, near the bathhouse.

There will be crafts for the children and carols.

Santa arrives at 6 p.m. for the tree lighting and will be available 6:30 p.m. for pictures.

If you are able, bring a canned item for the Catasauqua Food Bank.

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The Suburban North Family YMCA will be hosting its sixth annual Tree of Lights Monday, Dec. 8, at 6 p.m. in the YMCA gymnasium.

This yearly event provides an opportunity to express our appreciation for those we love and cherish.

For a contribution, lights can be purchased and will shine throughout the holiday season. Your donation is tax deductible.

Proceeds from this project will benefit youth programs at the Suburban North Family YMCA.

At the event, the Y's preschool and pre-kindergarten students will perform and Pastor Cronce of the Presbyterian Church of Catasauqua will share a reflection of the holiday season.

Refreshments will be served.

For questions or to purchase lights, contact the Y at 610-264-5221.

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