December 7

CHRISTMAS COUNTRY STORE: Sat., Dec. 7, Visit the Country Store at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 256 Church Street, Montrose, on Saturday, December 7, 2013 from 9-3. Enjoy live Christmas music.  In the spirit of Christmas, all profits will go to local missions.

BAZAAR: Sat., Dec. 7, Holy Name of Mary Christmas Bazaar, 9:00 – 3:00, Holy Name of Mary Church, Montrose.

December 8

CHORALE PROGRAM: The Montrose Community Chorale will present their annual program on Sunday, December 8, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. at the Montrose Area High School, under the direction of David Andre, accompanied by Kristen Burkhardt.  Special guests this year are the Mountain Aire Brass group under the direction of Jack Moulton. The finale will be the ‘Hallelujah Chorus’ with brass accompaniment.  Please join us for light refreshments in the cafeteria. 

December 14

TREE LIGHTING: Sat., Dec. 14, 7:00 pm, Community Christmas Tree Lighting, Carols, Refreshments, Endless Mts Children's Choir, South Gibson United Methodist Church.

COOKIE WALK: Sat., Dec. 14, Fourth Annual Clifford Community Youth Group Cookie Walk, 9:00 am until cookies are gone. Clifford UM Church, Main Street, Clifford.

Mon., Dec. 9: glazed turkey, peas and carrots, baked acorn squash, ww roll, pumpkin spice cake.

Tues., Dec. 10: salisbury steak w/gravy, steamed green beans, parsley boiled potatoes, ww roll, peaches and cream.

Wed., Dec. 11: oven fried chicken, corn chowder, baked beans, confetti coleslaw, ww bread, crackers, fruit crisp.

Thur., Dec. 12: stuffed cabbage, mashed potatoes, vegetable medley, ww roll, rice pudding.

Fri., Dec. 13: pork and bell peppers, snap peas, steamed rice, ww bread, mandarin oranges and pineapple.

It’s that time of year again. Welcome to Christmas in Montrose. Among the events planned for the weekend of December 6th is the annual Montrose Community Chorale concert, 3 pm, Sunday, December 8, at the Montrose Area High School auditorium. With wonderful selections that evoke the wonder and joy of the season, and a sing-a- long of familiar carols with the audience, this event is sure to get everyone in the Christmas spirit. You will see many faces you recognize up on stage, as the chorale is made up of local singers and church choir members. Under the direction of Mr. Dave Andre, the chorale is in its ninth year of bringing the sounds of the season to Montrose. This year, we’ll be treated to the music of the Mountain Aire Brass ensemble joining the Chorale. This group includes Jeff Burkett and Mike Krauss playing trumpets, Val Harvilchuck on French horn, Jay Thornton on trombone, and Jack Moulton on the tuba. The flute of Terry Tyler will add a special touch to some numbers. In addition, our accompanist, Kristin Burkhart , is preparing a selection for our enjoyment.

Chocolates by Leopold is once again making a sweet treat for the raffle, this year the delectable creation is a Gingerbread house. Stop by Leopold’s for your chances to win, or Chorale members will have tickets for purchase and the winner will be drawn at the concert.

As in years past, there will be a free will offering that benefits the Salvation Army and Interfaith organizations. After the concert light refreshments will be served in the cafeteria. Thank you for supporting this event each year, and have a blessed Holiday Season.