Christmas in the Village is making some changes this year with a revamped two-night event at the Pioneer Village, 200 Yaney Drive in Rison.
The festivities kick off Thursday, Dec. 4 with a Christmas festival throughout the Village at 4 p.m. with activities and holiday fun for all ages.
Fish Fry Fundraiser
The Village will host Leon’s Catfish from 4 to 7 p.m. with fish and chicken dinners for $20. The dinner serves as a fundraiser for the upkeep of the historic property.
Tickets can be purchased in advance from President Marty Bowlin, Vice President Malinda Berry or Treasurer Sharon Gray. Ticketes are available at My Berry Patch Florist and Gifts, 303 Main Street.
Holiday Vendor Market
During the event, the Village will offer free vendor space for home-based businesses, churches, organizations and anyone wishing to set up. Donations to the Pioneer Village are appreciated. To reserve a space, contact Marty Bowlin at (870) 540-7545.
Cleveland County Cares Christmas Bingo
Local charity organization, Cleveland County Cares, will host its annual Christmas Bingo game from 5 to 7 p.m., or until prizes run out.
The cost is $1 per game/card and all proceeds help the organization provide essentials and gifts to families in need this holiday season.
Prizes will include items from local businesses, homemade baked goods and more.
Christmas Concerts
At 6 p.m. the Rison United Methodist Church Choir will perform selections from their Christmas Cantata at the church in the Village.
Additional performers may be added.
Gingerbread Workshop
The annual Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop, sponsored by the CALL in Cleveland County and the Cleveland County Herald, will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
The cost is $10 per participant with $40 family maximum. The CALL will have crafts and photo opportunities this year.
The Herald will sponsor cash prizes for first, second and third place in two categories: 12 years and younger, and age 13-18.
Reserve your spot by November 26th by texting Clevelandgives to 41444 and giving participant’s name, age and contact information as well as making payment.
For questions, contact Lisa Prescott at (870) 818-3040.
Reindeer Run
The Village will host a Reindeer Run 5K Saturday, Dec. 6 beginning at 8 a.m. with registration at 7:30 a.m.
The first 25 participants will receive a free reindeer t-shirt.
The fee is $25 to sign up. Sign up the day of the event.
Holiday Photo Sessions
Douglas Boultinghouse with Douglas B Design Photography will host holiday photo sessions Saturday, Dec. 6 from 9 to 11 a.m.
Photos will include Santa this year. The cost is $120 plus tax for 10 digital images. A portion of each session fee will be donated to the Pioneer Village.
To schedule, call or text (870) 510-2433.
Cookies & Cocoa with Santa After Parade Party
Thursday, Dec. 11 following the Rison Shine Christmas Parade, which ends at the Pioneer Village, Santa will visit with kids and enjoy cookies and cocoa, approximately 7:30 p.m.
The Village will also offer free space for vendors to set up.
During the after party, the Rison Starz Dance Academy will perform a special showcase for the holidays.
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