Published: November 29, 2006 08:51 am      

2006 Holiday Events - 11/29/06

If you have a community activity you would like to include in Holiday Events, call Camille at the Daily Sun, (903) 872-3931.



Dec. 2

Believers Bible Church: The youth of Believers Bible Church, 2400 Bowie Drive, Corsicana, will be wrapping Christmas gifts from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Drop by your packages to be wrapped and wait for them or pick them up later. Donations will be accepted. For more information, call (903) 872-7481.

Blooming Grove Christmas parade: Blooming Grove Christmas parade will be held at 10:30 a.m. in downtown Blooming Grove. For more information, call (903) 695-0236.

Corsicana Opry: Corsicana Opry will have a free Christmas music concert at 4 p.m. at Martin’s Music Hall, 201 S. Beaton St., Corsicana, spotlighting Ira Bradford and Bustin’ Loose, and New Life Band. Stay and see the Christmas parade come right by the building. Concessions will be available. For more information, call (903) 872-8226.

Festival of Lights: The annual Festival of Lights parade will be held at 6 p.m. in downtown Corsicana, followed by the 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, contact Dennis Thornberg at (903) 872-2641.

Jingle Bell Jog: The 14th 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 $12 for individuals and $20 for families. Race day registration, which will begin at 8 a.m., will be $15 for individuals and $25 for families. Family registration will include two shirts. For more information, call (903) 872-2412.

Kerens Ex-Students Association: Santa will be in Kerens at the Kerens Alumni Center, sponsored by the Kerens Ex-Students Association. Come and have Santa’s favorite breakfast with your friends. Pancakes, sausage, orange and coffee will be served from 7 to 10 a.m. Cost of the breakfast will be $5. After breakfast, there will be movies and visits with Santa for the kids.

Navarro County Animals at Risk: Navarro County Animals at Risk will have pet pictures with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Paws from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Gander Mountain, Interstate 45 and U.S. Highway 287, Corsicana. Bring your pets and come for some great photos.

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. and 3 p.m. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.

Warehouse Living Arts Center Theatre: Warehouse Living Arts Center Theatre’s Corsicana Children’s Company will present “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” at 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. at the WLAC, 119 W. Sixth Ave., Corsicana. For ticket information, call (903) 872-5421.

World Christmas Market: The first World Christmas Market will be held from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. in downtown Corsicana. There will be Christmas gift vendors, arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, pictures with Santa, downtown shopping, gift wrapping, decorated tree auction, downtown restaurants open, and display of Christmas traditions and decorations from other countries. For more information, call (903) 874-4497 or visit the Web site at christmas@corsicanarose.com.



Dec. 3

Blooming Grove Holiday Tour of Homes: Blooming Grove Historical Society will have its second annual Holiday Tour of Homes from 2 to 6 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance at Communities in Action Library, 301 S. Fordyce, Blooming Grove, or $15 on the day of the tour. The tour will include the homes of Charlie Boyd, Josh and Cassidy Waldrip, Ted and Lauren Southard, Ricky and Diane McGraw, Bob and Bobbie McDowell, David and Darlene Haden, and Jim and Bobbie Simmons. Refreshments will be served at the Communities in Action Library. For more information or tickets, call (903) 695-2724.

Cornerstone Baptist Church: Grace, a ladies ensemble of Cornerstone Baptist Church, 801 N. 13th St., Corsicana, will perform a Christmas concert at 6 p.m.

Emmanuel Baptist Church: Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2217 W. Seventh Ave., will have “Hanging of the Green” at 10:45 a.m.

First Baptist Church: God’s Kids Choir of First Baptist Church in Hubbard will present a children’s musical at 6 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 five homes at Richland-Chambers Reservoir. Directions from Kerens: From State Highway 31, go south on State Highway 309 for 7.2 miles to County Road SE3260 (veer right), which will turn into County Road SE3280 and go into the Chambers Point subdivision. Follow the signs. Tickets are $4. Advance tickets are available from garden club members. Tickets on the day of the tour will be available at the homes of Dick and Janet Martin, 506 Chambers Point Drive; Doris and Dalton Miller, 601 Sunset Point; Tom and Darcel Shelman, 603 Sunset Point; Dennis and Barbara Dvorak, 605 Sunset Point; and Mike and Diana Lester, 608 Sunset Point. High tea will be served at the Shelman home. For more information, call (903) 396-7725.

Palace Theatre: The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave., Corsicana, will present “The Grinch” at 2 p.m. For more information and tickets, call (903) 874-7792.

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

Westminster Presbyterian Church: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 312 N. 13th St., Corsicana, will have a Christmas cantata at 11 a.m.



Dec. 4

Mild Red Drama Club: The Mild Red Drama Club of Mildred High School will perform “The Gift of Tenyin” at 7 p.m. in the MHS cafeteria, 5475 S. U.S. Highway, Corsicana. “The Gift of Tenyin” is the story of a young Japanese princess who wishes to share the greatest story ever told with her father. For more information, call (903) 872-0392.



Dec. 5

Bowie Elementary School: Bowie Elementary School, 1800 Bowie Drive, Corsicana, will have an open house beginning at 5:30 p.m. Students will sell ornaments that they have made previously in their classrooms. Money collected from selling ornaments will be given for gifts for those in need. The fifth graders will perform a Christmas musical at 6:30 p.m.

Navarro College: Navarro College president’s holiday tea will be held at 5 p.m. at The Cook Center on the college campus in Corsicana. A free Christmas concert will follow at 7 p.m. in Dawson Auditorium, also on the college campus.



Dec. 5-8

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus will present “The Christmas Star” at 10 a.m. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.



Dec. 7

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



Dec. 8

Dawson ISD Band: Dawson Junior High and Dawson High School bands will have a Christmas concert at 7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center in Dawson.

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

“From the Cradle to the Cross”: “From the Cradle to the Cross,” an exhibit of over 300 nativity scenes and crosses, will be on display from noon to 7 p.m. at The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, on the Navarro College campus. There is no charge to attend, but donations will be accepted with proceeds going to the House of Refuge. Anyone wishing to loan a nativity or cross for the exhibit may receive more information by calling (903) 874-3418 or sending an e-mail to scott.harold@sbcglobal.net.



Dec. 9

Believers Bible Church: The youth of Believers Bible Church, 2400 Bowie Drive, Corsicana, will be wrapping Christmas gifts from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Drop by your packages to be wrapped and wait for them or pick them up later. Donations will be accepted. For more information, call (903) 872-7481.

Camp Fire USA Corsicana Council: Camp Fire USA Corsicana Council will present its home tour from 1 to 5 p.m. featuring five homes in Drane Estates off North 29th Street in Corsicana. Tours will be the York home, 2108 Arcady Lane; Watkins home, 2209 Arcady Lane; Nicholson home, 2109 Arcady Lane; Morrison home, 2105 Arcady Lane; and Dickerson home, 1205 Cumberland. Trolley rides will be provided and vendors will be on site with holiday gift ideas. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 on the day of the tour. For more information, call (903) 874-6931.

First Baptist Church: The Living Christmas Tree will be presented at 4 p.m. by the First Baptist Church Celebration Choir and Baylor University Orchestra at 510 W. Collin St., Corsicana.

“From the Cradle to the Cross”: “From the Cradle to the Cross,” an exhibit of over 300 nativity scenes and crosses, will be on display from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, on the Navarro College campus. There is no charge to attend, but donations will be accepted with proceeds going to the House of Refuge. Anyone wishing to loan a nativity or cross for the exhibit may receive more information by calling (903) 874-3418 or sending an e-mail to scott.harold@sbcglobal.net.

Frost Christmas Parade: The Frost Christmas Parade will be held beginning at 4 p.m. Christmas in the Park, including various music and activities, will be held following the parade. Santa will also visit. To enter the parade or Christmas in the Park activities, call (903) 682-2585.

Martin’s Music Hall: A southern gospel Christmas music concert will be held at 7 p.m. at Martin’s Music Hall, 201 S. Beaton St., Corsicana. The Christmas concert will spotlight Lee Gann Gospel Quartet, Brooke Adams, Kirsten Crum, Virginia Martin and Christi Driskell Self. Tickets are $10 and are available at The Ark, 204 N. Beaton St., or call (903) 872-8226. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Concessions will be available.

Navarro County Toy Run: Navarro County Toy Run will be held with local bikers leaving the Lucky Lady Truck Stop, Interstate 45 and Farm-to-Market Road 1603, at noon. The group will then proceed to Corsicana to the American Legion Post 22, 632 N. Beaton St. Entry fee is one child’s toy and one canned good or $10 cash donation. Proceeds will be donated to The Arrow Project in Corsicana, a local non-profit Christian adoption agency, and the Navarro County Food Pantry. DJ “Slicky D” will provide entertainment. The toy run welcomes any motorcycle riders who would like to participate in this event. Donations may be dropped off at the American Legion Post after 2 p.m. daily. For more information, call the post at (903) 874-3938 or Phil at (903) 872-5685.

Northside Baptist Church: Northside Baptist Church, 2800 N. Beaton St., Corsicana, will present “The Heart of Christmas” at 7 p.m.

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

Sixth Avenue Baptist Church: The youth ministry of Sixth Avenue Baptist Church, 125 S. Fifth St., Corsicana, will present “A Court of Angels” at 5 p.m. For more information, call (903) 874-4873.

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. and 3 p.m. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.

The Rankin Brothers: The Rankin Brothers will present an old-fashioned Christmas show at 7:30 p.m. at the Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave., Corsicana. Enjoy songs from the legends of ‘50s and ‘60s rock-n-roll and classic Christmas favorites. For more information and tickets, call (903) 874-7792. You may also view the Web site at www.rankinbrothers.com.



Dec. 10

Believers Bible Church: The children of Believers Bible Church, 2400 Bowie Drive, Corsicana, will be performing Christmas music at 10:50 a.m.

Cornerstone Baptist Church: Cornerstone Baptist Church, 801 N. 13th St., Corsicana, will have a Christmas dinner theater at 6 p.m. Dinner will be a brisket meal. Donations will be accepted. There will be no charge for the meal, but tickets are required to attend. During the meal, entertainment will be provided by Cornerstone hand bells, ensembles and orchestra. During dessert, the Cornerstone choir and orchestra will present the Christmas musical “Love’s Pure Light.” For tickets or more information, call (903) 872-8105.

Emmanuel Baptist Church: Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2217 W. Seventh Ave., will have its cantata, “Shine On Us,” at 6 p.m.

First Baptist Church: The Living Christmas Tree will be presented at 7 p.m. by the First Baptist Church Celebration Choir and Baylor University Orchestra at 510 W. Collin St., Corsicana.

First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church of Kerens will present its Christmas cantata, “The Glory of Christmas,” at 10:45 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Northside Baptist Church: Northside Baptist Church, 2800 N. Beaton St., Corsicana, will present “The Heart of Christmas” at 4 p.m.



Dec. 11

Carroll Elementary School: Carroll Elementary School, 1101 E. 13th Ave., Corsicana, will have a second grade holiday program at 6 p.m.

First Baptist Church: The Living Christmas Tree will be presented at 7 p.m. by the First Baptist Church Celebration Choir and Baylor University Orchestra at 510 W. Collin St., Corsicana.



Dec. 12

Corsicana ISD Band: Corsicana Independent School District’s holiday band concert featuring Drane Intermediate School, Collins Middle School and Corsicana High School bands will perform beginning at 7 p.m. in the CHS auditorium.

Dawson Elementary School: Dawson Elementary School’s pre-kindergarten through fifth grades will present a Christmas program at 7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center in Dawson.



Dec. 12-15

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus will present “The Christmas Star” at 10 a.m. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.



Dec. 13

Collins Catholic School: James L. Collins Catholic School, 3000 W. State Highway 22, Corsicana, will present a pre-kindergarten musical program at 7 p.m.



Dec. 14

Blooming Grove ISD Band: Blooming Grove Independent School District’s holiday band concert will be at 7 p.m. in the Blooming Grove High School auditorium.

Corsicana ISD Music Department: Corsicana Independent School District Music Department will perform at Drane Intermediate School. The Drane and Collins Middle School choirs will perform at 6 p.m. The Corsicana High School choir will perform at 7 p.m.

Fairfield Elementary School: Fairfield Elementary School’s fourth grade choir will present Christmas music at 7 p.m. in the school cafetorium.

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

Mildred Elementary School: The kindergarten through sixth grade students of Mildred Elementary School, 5475 S. U.S. Highway 287, Corsicana, will present a Christmas program at 7 p.m. in Lame Gym on the Mildred campus.

Palace Theatre: The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave., Corsicana, will present “3 Redneck Tenors” at 7:30 p.m. for “Christmas Specktackular.” For more information and tickets, call (903) 874-7792.

Rice ISD Band: Rice Independent School District’s sixth through 12th grade band students will perform a Christmas concert at 7 p.m. in the Rice High School gym.

Sixth Avenue Baptist Church: You are invited to come and celebrate “Three Nights of Praise” at 7:30 p.m. at Sixth Avenue Baptist Church, 125 S. Fifth St., Corsicana. For more information, call (903) 874-4873.



Dec. 15

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

Kerens Kids Christmas Party: The annual Kerens Kids Christmas Party will begin at 6 p.m. at the Community Room of Franklin Bank in Kerens. Bring your camera and take pictures of your kids with Santa Claus. Refreshments will be served.

Sixth Avenue Baptist Church: You are invited to come and celebrate “Three Nights of Praise” at 7:30 p.m. at Sixth Avenue Baptist Church, 125 S. Fifth St., Corsicana. For more information, call (903) 874-4873.



Dec. 16

Believers Bible Church: The youth of Believers Bible Church, 2400 Bowie Drive, Corsicana, will be wrapping Christmas gifts from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Drop by your packages to be wrapped and wait for them or pick them up later. Donations will be accepted. For more information, call (903) 872-7481.

Christmas in the Park: Christmas in the Park will be held at 5 p.m. in the Dawson Park. Free refreshments will be served at Dawson Volunteer Fire Department. Many performances will be held under the Dawson Garden Club’s new pavilion including choirs, solos, gospel music, etc. Please bring canned goods for a yuletide food drive. This will be a family-oriented event and will feature the story of the birth of Christ. The park will be decorated. Please bring lawn chairs for seating. For more information, call (254) 578-1123 or (903) 641-5611.

Day in December: 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.

Sixth Avenue Baptist Church: You are invited to come and celebrate “Three Nights of Praise” at 7:30 p.m. at Sixth Avenue Baptist Church, 125 S. Fifth St., Corsicana. For more information, call (903) 874-4873.

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. and 3 p.m. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.



Dec. 17

Cornerstone Baptist Church: The kindergarten through sixth grade children’s choir of Cornerstone Baptist Church, 801 N. 13th St., Corsicana, will present “Miracle on Main Street” at 6 p.m.

First Baptist Church: Noise Makers Choir, composed of pre-kindergarten and kindergarten children, will sing Christmas songs at 6 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 510 W. Collin St., Corsicana.

First Baptist Church: The choir of First Baptist Church in Dawson will give a concert at the church at 11 a.m.

First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church of 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. it the Great Hall.

Memorial Baptist Church: Memorial Baptist Church, 1700 N. 45th St., Corsicana, will have a musical, “Silent Night, Wondrous Night,” at 10:50 a.m. Carols by candlelight will be held at 6 p.m.

Sixth Avenue Baptist Church: You are invited to come and celebrate the annual Christmas program at 4 p.m. at Sixth Avenue Baptist Church, 125 S. Fifth St., Corsicana. For more information, call (903) 874-4873.



Dec. 18

Collins Catholic School: The first through fourth grades of James L. Collins Catholic School, 3000 W. State Highway 22, Corsicana, will present “The Mystery of Simon Shepherd” at 7 p.m. in the school gym.



Dec. 19-22

The Cook Center: The Cook Center, 3100 W. Collin St., Corsicana, located on the Navarro College campus will present “The Christmas Star” at 10 a.m. For more information, call (903) 875-7592 or visit the Web site at www.cookcenter.us.



Dec. 21

Westminster Presbyterian Church: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 312 N. 13th St., Corsicana, will have “The Longest Night Service” beginning at 7 p.m. The name of this service comes from the day it is held, which is the shortest day and the longest night of the year.



Dec. 24

Believers Bible Church: Believers Bible Church, 2400 Bowie Drive, Corsicana, will have a candlelight Christmas Eve service at 6 p.m.

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

Emmanuel Baptist Church: Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2217 W. Seventh Ave., will have a candlelight Christmas Eve service at 6 p.m.

First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church, 510 W. Collin St., Corsicana, will have a Christmas Eve candlelight service at 5:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church of Hubbard will have a cantata at 5 p.m.

First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church of Fairfield will have a Christmas Eve candlelight service at 6 p.m.

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

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

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