Night of Lights is almost here

LAUREL – The lights are up and the decorations have been dusted off in preparation for Laurel’s big holiday celebration.

The Laurel Chamber of Commerce’s annual Night of Lights event will be Thursday, Dec. 7.

Activities will begin at 5 p.m. and run through 8 p.m. that day.

Local businesses will also be open late that night to offer holiday specials.

Many of this year’s events have been moved to the new Laurel Community Center.

A vendor fair will take place at the Community Center from 5-8 p.m.

Santa Claus will also be at the Community Center to greet area residents and visit with the youngsters.

The Laurel Presbyterian Church will also be putting on a special meal during the evening. Serving will be from 5-8 p.m. at the Community Center.

The night will also feature a special Christmas tree lighting ceremony and plenty of Christmas music to get people into a festive mood for the holidays.

Security Bank will hold an open house from 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, Dec. 7. Wattiers will also have an open house and special promotions from 4-7 p.m. Thursday.

Citizens State Bank is planning an open house from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8.