Published: December 04, 2008 09:31 pm      

2008 Holiday Events Calendar

If you have a community activity you would like to include in Holiday Events, call Camille at the Daily Sun, (903) 872-3931; fax to (903) 872-6878; or e-mail to camille@corsicanadailysun.com.



Dec. 5

Camp of the Rising Sun: Camp of the Rising Sun will present a holiday gala from 7 to 10 p.m. at The Halbert House, 1250 W. Third Ave., Corsicana. There will be a live auction, silent auction and raffle. Ticket price is $50, which will include the gala, and a ticket for the home tour to be held the next day. For more information, call (903) 874-2415.

‘Christmas in Graceland’: “Christmas in Graceland,” an original musical by Jack Foltyn will be presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave., Corsicana. “Christmas in Graceland” is a light-hearted, fun-filled musical set in Graceland. Foltyn will sing favorite Christmas songs and, with the help of dancers, singers and actors, show what it could have been like at the home of the “King” (Elvis). Admission will be $15 or a new, unwrapped gift which will be delivered to others less fortunate. For more information, call (972) 991-2868, e-mail jforrer@ftaproductions.com or view the Web site at www.ftaproductions.com.



Dec. 6

Camp of the Rising Sun: Camp of the Rising Sun will present a holiday home tour from noon to 4 p.m. featuring Corsicana’s Third Avenue homes: The Halbert House, Jimmy Hale, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Steely, Mr. and Mrs. Sandy Jenkins, and Lana Johnson. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Tickets available at T & Company, Life Made Beautiful, YMCA, The Spa, Cassady’s, Sweet ‘n Sassy, Navarro College, Uniquely Yours, and Trimmings. For more information, call (903) 874-2415.

Collin Street Bakery: Collin Street Bakery, 2035 S. Interstate 45, Corsicana, will have music by the Bethlehem Baptist Church choir at 1:30 and 2 p.m. Also, Santa Claus will be visiting from 2 to 4 p.m.

Festival of Lights: The annual Festival of Lights parade will be held at 6 p.m. in downtown Corsicana, followed by lighting of Community Park. Line up for the parade will begin at 5 p.m. at Cornerstone Baptist Church parking lot, 801 N. 13th St., Corsicana. Entry is free. To enter the parade or for more information, contact Dennis Thornberg at (903) 872-2641.

First United Methodist Church: The chancel choir of First United Methodist Church, 208 N.W., Second St., Hubbard, will present the Christmas cantata “Hope Has Hands” at 2 p.m. For more information, call (254) 576-2313.

Jingle Bell Jog: The 16th annual Jingle Bell Jog, a 5K and 1 mile fun run, will be held at 9 a.m. at the Corsicana YMCA, 400 Oaklawn Drive, Corsicana. Early registration cost will be $6 for youth, $12 for adult, and $20 for family. Race day registration, which will begin at 8 a.m., will be $10 for youth, $15 for adult, and $25 for family. Family registration will include two shirts. For more information, call (903) 872-2412.

Magnolias and Mistletoe: The eighth annual Magnolias and Mistletoe Christmas celebration will be held in downtown Hubbard. A pancake breakfast will be held from 7 to 9:30 a.m. at the Hubbard Volunteer Fire Department. First Baptist Church’s God Kids will present a Christmas program at 10 a.m. at the fire station with first through third grades presenting “Angels We Have Heard” and fourth through sixth grades presenting “Boughs of Holly.” The Christmas parade will begin at 11 a.m. followed by the dedication of the Christmas tree at Hubbard City Hall with Christmas carols sung by the Community Men’s Choir. Lunch will be served at noon at the Hubbard VFD. Historic Hubbard High School will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with the antique doll collection and photo exhibit available for viewing, free to the public. Free horse-drawn wagon tours of the historic homes district will be available. A meal and musical entertainment with Glorybound and Billy Roy Mitcham will be from 6 to 9 p.m. at Historic Hubbard High School. For more information, call the Hubbard Chamber of Commerce at (254) 576-2521.

Navarro County Toy Run: Navarro County Toy Run will be held with local bikers leaving at 11 a.m. from the former Kmart parking lot, State Highway 31 and 45th Street. All bikes and clubs are welcome. The riders will enjoy a scenic country ride that will end at the VFW Post 3366, 4609 W. State Highway 31, at about 12:30 p.m. Come for food, drinks, and music provided by Slicky D. Entry fee is one new unwrapped child’s toy or $10 per person. Toys will go to the Corsicana Fire Department for distribution. For more information, call (903) 654-8944, (903) 851-3203, (972) 921-0950, (903) 641-1072, (214) 535-3935, (903) 467-9102, or (903) 874-7626.

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 2 p.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.



Dec. 7

Blooming Grove Holiday Tour of Homes: Blooming Grove Historical Society will host its annual Holiday Tour of Homes from 2 to 5 p.m. Tickets are $10. For tickets or more information, call (903) 695-2724.

Collin Street Bakery: Santa Claus will be visiting from 2 to 4 p.m. at Collin Street Bakery, 2035 S. Interstate 45, Corsicana.

Cornerstone Baptist Church: Cornerstone Baptist Church, 801 N. 13th St., Corsicana, will have its children’s musical at 11 a.m.

First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church of Wortham will present the children’s Christmas musical, “The Plane Truth About Christmas,” at 6:30 p.m.

First United Methodist Church: First United Methodist Church, 320 N. 15th St., Corsicana, will have its annual plum pudding festival along with a sandwich supper at 6 p.m. Santa Claus will also be making an appearance afterwards.

Kerens Garden Club: Kerens Garden Club will host its annual Christmas home tour from 2 to 5 p.m. featuring the homes of Bill and Amy Kent, 16001 County Road NE3010; Buster and Brenda Atkeisson, 1099 County Road NE3020; Lelia Coffey, 206 S. Humphrey Ave.; and Kelly and Penne Berry, 500 S.W. Second St. The tea will be held at the Kerens Alumni Center on Colket Avenue in downtown Kerens. This year’s theme will be “12 Days of Christmas.” Tickets are $8 and may be purchased from club members. Tickets on the day of the tour will be available at the homes and the alumni center. For more information, call (903) 396-7725.

Northside Baptist Church: Northside Baptist Church, 2800 N. Beaton St., Corsicana, will have its children’s choir Christmas program at 6 p.m.

Dec. 7 (continued)

Westminster Presbyterian Church: The chancel choir of Westminster Presbyterian Church, 312 N. 13th St., Corsicana, will present an advent cantata “The Christmon Tree” at 11 a.m. It will highlight the symbolism and history of the ornaments used for the Christmon tree. The service will also feature a presentation by the youth group and communion will be served.



Dec. 8

First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church, 501 W. Collin St., Corsicana, will present its adult choir Christmas music presentation with tenor Scot Cameron at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary.

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 11 a.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.



Dec. 9

Bowie Elementary: Bowie Elementary School, 1800 Bowie Drive, Corsicana, will have a holiday open house from 6 to 7:30 p.m. There will be ornaments, crafts and snacks for sale at 25 cents to $1 each. Proceeds will go to the Angel Tree.

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 11 a.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.



Dec. 10

Faith Lutheran Church: Faith Lutheran Church, 3824 W. State Highway 22, Corsicana, will hold advent services at 7 p.m. A meal will be served at 6 p.m.

Hubbard ISD Band: Hubbard Independent School District’s Christmas concert, featuring sixth through 12th grade band students, will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Hubbard High School/Middle School cafetorium, State Highway 31, Hubbard.

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 11 a.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.



Dec. 11

Blooming Grove ISD Band: Blooming Grove band students will have their Christmas concert at 6:30 p.m. in the Blooming Grove High School gym.

Dawson Elementary School: Dawson Elementary School’s kindergarten through fifth grade Christmas program will be held at 6 p.m. at the Family Life Center of First Baptist Church in Dawson.

Rice ISD Band: The Rice junior high and high school bands will present a holiday concert at 7:30 p.m. at the Rice High School Gym.

Second Avenue Baptist Church: A live nativity will be presented from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Second Avenue Baptist Church, 3045 W. Second Ave., Corsicana.

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 11 a.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.

Warehouse Living Arts Center: Warehouse Living Arts Center Corsicana Children’s Company will present “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” at 7 p.m. at the theatre, 119 W. Sixth Ave., Corsicana. For more information or tickets, call (903) 872-5421.



Dec. 12

Second Avenue Baptist Church: A live nativity will be presented from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Second Avenue Baptist Church, 3045 W. Second Ave., Corsicana.

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 11 a.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.

Warehouse Living Arts Center: Warehouse Living Arts Center Corsicana Children’s Company will present “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” at 7 p.m. at the theatre, 119 W. Sixth Ave., Corsicana. For more information or tickets, call (903) 872-5421.

Wortham Elementary School: Wortham Elementary School’s third and fourth grade musical, “A Penguin Christmas,” will be presented at 6:30 p.m. at the Wortham Auditorium.



Dec. 13

Collin Street Bakery: Collin Street Bakery, 2035 S. Interstate 45, Corsicana, will have music by the Cornerstone Baptist Church orchestra at 1:30 p.m. Also, Santa Claus will be visiting from 2 to 4 p.m.

Dawson Christmas in the Park: The third annual Christmas in the Park will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. in the downtown Dawson City Park. A meal of soup and chili will be served with money raised going to God’s Helping Hands/Food Pantry. There will be hay rides, photos with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus, and a trail of lights. For more information or to volunteer to help with activities, call (254) 578-9013.

Day in December: The annual Day in December, an arts and crafts show, will be held from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at College Park Mall, 3500 W. Seventh Ave., Corsicana.

Frost Christmas Parade: The annual Frost Christmas parade will be held in downtown Frost at 4 p.m. followed by Christmas in the Park. To enter the parade or for more information, call Patricia Steward at (903) 682-2585.

Navarro College Theatre Club: Navarro College Theatre Club will present a children’s play, “911 Gnomes: A Christmas Emergency,” at 2 and 7 p.m. in the Black Box Theatre, located on the second floor of the Navarro College Administration Building. Admission will be $2 per person. For more information, call (903) 875-7632 or e-mail to shellie.oneal@navarrocollege.edu

Second Avenue Baptist Church: A live nativity will be presented from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Second Avenue Baptist Church, 3045 W. Second Ave., Corsicana.

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 2 p.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.

Warehouse Living Arts Center: Warehouse Living Arts Center Corsicana Children’s Company will present “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” at 2:30 p.m. at the theatre, 119 W. Sixth Ave., Corsicana. For more information or tickets, call (903) 872-5421.



Dec. 14

Collin Street Bakery: Santa Claus will be visiting from 2 to 4 p.m. at Collin Street Bakery, 2035 S. Interstate 45, Corsicana.

Cornerstone Baptist Church: Cornerstone Baptist Church, 801 N. 13th St., Corsicana, will have its adult choir and orchestra program at 11 a.m.

First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church, 200 S.W. Second St., Kerens, will present “Child of Wonder: A Celebration of Christmas” at 2 p.m.

First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church of Wortham will present the musical “The Road to Bethlehem” at 6:30 p.m.

First United Methodist Church: First United Methodist Church, 205 N.W. Second St., Kerens, will present “Christmas is the Love of God” at 10:50 a.m. with singers from FUMC Kerens, Kerens Presbyterian Church and Pleasant Grove UMC.

Frost Holiday Tour of Homes: Frost Holiday Tour of Homes will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Maps of homes on the tour are available at the Frost Community Center, 217 N. Garitty St., where refreshments will be offered. Many Frost businesses will have displays and homes on the tour will include: Elbert and Bobbette Butler, 17401 W. State Highway 22; Robert and Velma Ballew, 509 E. Pace St.; R.B. and Bobbie Wallis, 15811 W. State Highway 22; Bob and Joann Berna, 708 E. Tower St.; Carrie Hill, 324 E. Pace St.; David and Gwen Tyree, Farm-to-Market Road 667 and 2837 County Road NW 4071; Don and Beverly Ballew, 6433 Farm-to-Market 639; and Pastor Leah and Stan Gregory, 1101 State Highway 31, Italy. Tickets are $8 in advance and are available at several Frost businesses. Tickets on the day of the tour will be $10 and available at the Frost Community Center. For more information, call (254) 678-3634 or (254) 678-3587.

Memorial Baptist Church: Memorial Baptist Church, 1700 N. 45th St., Corsicana, will celebrate the birth of Jesus as seen through the eyes of little children who have been invited to Jesus’ birthday party, but don’t know who Jesus is. Through the narration of The Ark’s Jerry Turner, the story will unfold in music and drama. “A Child’s Christmas” will bring to mind memories from your childhood when you first experienced the wonder and simplicity of the Savior’s birth.

Navarro College Theatre Club: Navarro College Theatre Club will present a children’s play, “911 Gnomes: A Christmas Emergency,” at 2 p.m. in the Black Box Theatre, located on the second floor of the Navarro College Administration Building. Admission will be $2 per person. For more information, call (903) 875-7632 or e-mail to shellie.oneal@navarrocollege.edu

Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church: Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, 1437 S. 45th St., Corsicana, will present “Christmas is the Love of God” at 9 a.m. with singers from Pleasant Grove UMC, Kerens UMC, and Kerens Presbyterian Church.

St. Luke United Methodist Church: St. Luke United Methodist Church, 2308 Bowie Drive, Corsicana, will have a Christmas cantata at 10:45 a.m. A children’s Christmas party will be held that evening.

Second Avenue Baptist Church: A live nativity will be presented from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Second Avenue Baptist Church, 3045 W. Second Ave., Corsicana.

Warehouse Living Arts Center: Warehouse Living Arts Center Corsicana Children’s Company will present “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” at 1:30 and 4 p.m. at the theatre, 119 W. Sixth Ave., Corsicana. For more information or tickets, call (903) 872-5421.



Dec. 15

Kerens Elementary School: The pre-kindergarten through fourth grade students at Kerens Elementary School will have a Christmas program at 7 p.m. at the Kerens Independent School District Auditorium.

Mildred ISD Band: Mildred band students in sixth through 12th grades will perform at 7 p.m. at the Lane Gym, located on the school campus, 5475 S. U.S. Highway 287, Corsicana.

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 11 a.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.



Dec. 16

Collins Catholic School: Collins Catholic School, 3000 W. State Highway 22, Corsicana, will present a Christmas program at 7 p.m. in the gym featuring kindergarten through fourth grade.

Corsicana ISD Band: Corsicana Independent School District’s holiday band concert will be held at 7 p.m. at the Corsicana High School Auditorium, featuring Drane and Collins Beginner Bands, Collins Concert and Symphonic Bands, and CHS Band.

Kerens Elementary School: The pre-kindergarten through fourth grade students at Kerens Elementary School will have a Christmas program at 9 a.m. at the Kerens Independent School District Auditorium.

Palace Theatre: Michael Martin Murphey will present a “Cowboy Christmas” at the Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave., Corsicana, at 6 and 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 to $45. For tickets or more information, call (903) 874-7792 or view the Web site at www.corsicanapalace.com.

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 11 a.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.



Dec. 17

Faith Lutheran Church: Faith Lutheran Church, 3824 W. State Highway 22, Corsicana, will hold advent services at 7 p.m. A meal will be served at 6 p.m.

First Baptist Church: The pre-kindergarten through second grade choirs will sing Christmas songs at 6 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Chapel, 501 W. Collin St., Corsicana.

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 11 a.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.



Dec. 18

Corsicana ISD Choral Department: Choirs from Drane Intermediate School, Collins Middle School and Corsicana High School will perform at 7 p.m. at the CHS Auditorium.

Dawson ISD Band: Dawson sixth through 12th grade band students will present a Christmas concert at 7 p.m. at the Family Life Center of First Baptist Church in Dawson.

Mildred Elementary School: The pre-kindergarten through third grade students at Mildred Elementary School, 5475 S. U.S. Highway 287, Corsicana, will perform a Christmas program at 7 p.m. in the elementary gym.

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 11 a.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.

Wortham ISD Band: Wortham Independent School District’s Christmas band concert will be presented at 7 p.m. at the Wortham Auditorium.



Dec. 19

Bowie Elementary School: Bowie Elementary School, 1800 Bowie Drive, Corsicana, will present the “Snow Crew Holiday Show” at 8:30 a.m. in the gym. Teachers will put on skits, karaoke and have a sing-along with the kids.

Fannin Elementary School: The fifth grade students of Fannin Elementary School, 3201 N. Beaton St., Corsicana, will present “Twas One Crazy Night Before Christmas” at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 11 a.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.

Wortham Elementary School: Wortham Elementary School’s Rockin’ Recorders and Show Choir will present a “Holly and Ivy” concert of Christmas songs at 7 p.m. at the Wortham Band Hall.



Dec. 20

Collin Street Bakery: Santa Claus will be visiting from 2 to 4 p.m. at Collin Street Bakery, 2035 S. Interstate 45, Corsicana.

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 2 p.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.



Dec. 21

Collin Street Bakery: Santa Claus will be visiting from 2 to 4 p.m. at Collin Street Bakery, 2035 S. Interstate 45, Corsicana.

First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church of Dawson will present its Christmas choir program at 11 a.m.

First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church, 200 S.W. Second St., Kerens, will have a candlelight service at 6 p.m.

First United Methodist Church: First United Methodist Church, 320 N. 15th St., Corsicana, will hold its annual children’s Christmas musical at 10:50 a.m. in the Great Hall.

Frost United Methodist Church: Frost United Methodist Church will have a candlelight service at 6 p.m.

Westminster Presbyterian Church: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 312 N. 13th St., Corsicana, will have “The Longest Night Service” at 6 p.m. The service is designed to offer healing and support for those experiencing stress and loneliness at the holiday season.



Dec. 22

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus, will present “The Christmas Star” at 11 a.m. Admission will be $3. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.



Dec. 24

Cornerstone Baptist Church: Cornerstone Baptist Church, 801 N. 13th St., Corsicana, will have a Christmas Eve service at 6 p.m.

Faith Lutheran Church: Faith Lutheran Church, 3824 W. State Highway 22, Corsicana, will have a Christmas Eve candlelight service at 7 p.m.

First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church, 501 W. Collin St., Corsicana, will have a Christmas Eve candlelight service at 5 p.m.

First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church of Wortham will have a Christmas Eve candlelight service at 5:30 p.m.

First United Methodist Church: First United Methodist Church, 320 N. 15th St., Corsicana, will have a Christmas Eve candlelight and communion service at 6 p.m.

First United Methodist Church: First United Methodist Church, 205 N.W. Second St., Kerens, will have a Christmas Eve candlelight service at 7 p.m.

Northside Baptist Church: Northside Baptist Church, 2800 N. Beaton St., Corsicana, will have its Christmas Eve candlelight service at 6 p.m.

Westminster Presbyterian Church: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 312 N. 13th St., Corsicana, will hold a family Christmas Eve service at 6 p.m.



Dec. 25

Faith Lutheran Church: Faith Lutheran Church, 3824 W. State Highway 22, Corsicana, will have a Christmas celebration service at 10 a.m.



Dec. 31

American Legion Post 22: American Legion Post, 632 N. Beaton St., Corsicana, invites members and their guests for a New Year’s Eve party with Pure Country Karaoke featuring Connie and Country John from 7 p.m. to midnight. There will be party favors for everyone. Post will open at 2 p.m. For more information, call after 2 p.m. to (903) 874-3938.