Join Thornville’s Christmas celebration on Sunday, December 5; the festivities begin with a holiday parade beginning at 4:30 p.m. Then, be there for a tree lighting on the front lawn of the Masonic Lodge with hot dogs, and a special guest—Santa Claus! Trinity United Church of Christ will be hosting a live nativity scene and Grace Lutheran Church will provide cookies and hot chocolate. During It’s a Wonderful Life in Thornville, collection boxes will at Thornville Methodist Church, Trinity United Church of Christ and Grace Lutheran Church for canned food donations. This is a free event.

Enjoy the evening as you give back to the community and celebrate the season with fun, family-friendly events around Thornville. To learn more or to follow the event, visit Facebook.

The parade is being sponsored by Thornville Lions Club and will take place rain or shine.