Christmas in the Park Set for December 6 in Center

The Christmas spirit is coming to Center on Saturday, December 6, as the community gathers for Christmas in the Park at Mason Park. 
The afternoon will feature a variety of family-friendly activities, holiday treats and opportunities to celebrate the season together. 
From 2 to 4 p.m., the Center Park Board will host ornament making and cookie decorating, giving children and families a chance to enjoy some festive creativity. 
The Center Fire Department will host a silent auction from 2 to 8 p.m., along with a soup and chili supper from 5 to 8 p.m. 
Santa and Mrs. Claus are also planning a special appearance, with their arrival time to be announced soon. Free hot cocoa and cookies will be available for everyone to enjoy. 
The evening's festivities will include Christmas caroling and the lighting of the community Christmas tree at 5 p.m. 
Community members are encouraged to bring a family Christmas ornament to hang on the town Christmas tree. Organizers ask that ornaments be weatherproof and properly sealed to withstand the outdoor elements. 
Everyone is invited to come out, enjoy the festivities and celebrate the Christmas season with family, friends and neighbors at Mason Park in Center.