In the month of December, most small towns will see houses being decorated and maybe hear Christmas carols in the stores. Of course, Hansville has that, too, but we have lots of other activities for our citizens (and anyone else in the area that would like to participate).
— On Dec. 1, the Eglon Holiday Sale will be held at the Eglon Schoolhouse from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with tables of handmade items, holiday wreaths and greenery, bake sale treats and coffee. All are welcome.
— Although you might think it is early to start thinking about the August 2013 Rummage Sale at the Greater Hansville Community Center, the first drop-off of donations is scheduled on Dec. 8, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you have questions, please see our website, www.hansville.org, for a list of items we appreciate receiving or other information.
— On Dec. 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., it’s the Hansville Ladies Aid Christmas Home Tour. Tickets are $12 and can be purchased at the Hansville Grocery Store. This money helps HLA assist families in need and maintains our local Hansville Cemetery.
The tour of beautiful homes will include a stop at the Community Church for refreshments and to see unusual and original nativity scenes. The Point No Point Lighthouse will also have refreshments. A map to the homes is located on the back of the ticket.
— On Dec. 16, 2 p.m., the Greater Hansville Community Center at Buck Lake Park will host the Hometown Band Family Christmas Concert. This event is free and open to the public. Come and sing carols, wish your friends a Merry Christmas and prepare yourselves for a great holiday season. Everyone is welcome.
— Dec. 20, 7 p.m., all children (large and small) are sure to enjoy interacting with the large marionettes who sing and dance and come right up to children at the Puppets Please Show. This event is aimed at children of pre-school and early elementary years but is a delight to all who wish to attend. Cookies and Christmas punch will be served to children and all who attend.
This free event will stir your heartstrings as you watch the children interact with the puppets. To top it off, Santa will listen to all the wishes for Christmas. Join your neighbors at the Greater Hansville Community Center at Buck Lake Park. All are welcome to this wonderful and fun event and it might renew your zest for the holiday.
— And finally, end your holiday season by playing bingo early on New Year’s Eve at the Greater Hansville Community Center at Buck Lake Park. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The first bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. and ends about 9:20 p.m.
Come early to get the best seats. The event is free, but one must purchase cards to play. Remember, the more cards you play the better your chance of winning cash prizes. The amount of cash prizes are determined by the number of game cards sold, so the more people that play, the larger the prizes will be. Food and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Those who wish to play but who are younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, contact Fred or Jo Nelson at 638-0000.
Special thanks to Lois Lee, event coordinator for GHCC, for all this holiday info and fun. Happy December, everyone. And I wish you a very Happy New Year.
— Donna Lee Anderson writes Hansville Happenings for the Kingston Community News. Contact her at WellToldTales@aol.com
