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Stevie Lee Woods performs free Christmas Show for community, December 20
BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer
It is Christmas time at the Nashville Roadhouse Live Theater, and Stevie Lee Woods and the Nashville Roadhouse Band will provide a special Christmas Show for the community.
Admission is free for this holiday event, set for December 20.
Stevie Lee Woods and his band will perform a variety of music, including some holiday favorites. As a special treat, Woods will be debuting a poignant holiday song, written by popular local vocalist and songwriter Lynda Lynn, entitled "Ozark Mountain Christmas." Also performing in the special holiday show is A Garth Tribute.
Santa Claus will be on hand with a gift for each child in the audience, and everyone will have an opportunity to have a photo taken with Santa or the Grinch.
To reserve your seats for this special Christmas Show—a gift to the community from Stevie Lee Woods— call 417-336-8742.
The Stevie Lee Woods Christmas Show will be held on Saturday, December 20, 8 p.m., at the Nashville Roadhouse Live Theater, 3069 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway in Branson.
Seventh annual Bennett Christmas lighting display amazes spectators
BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer
One local couple has found a fascinating way to brighten the holiday season for many and help an area nonprofit at the same time.
The Bennett Christmas Lights will once again shine brightly at their Sherry Lane home. Each year, the Bennetts light their home with thousands of lights, all set to music, in one amazing display. This year marks the seventh year for the holiday extravaganza.
"Our light show is designed to bring a smile to your face and joy to your heart," explained Kathy Bennett. "Every light is programmed and synchronized to music. Just tune your car radio to 96.3 to enjoy the full experience."
The Bennetts use this unique lighting display as an opportunity to help the Branson Humane Society. They do this in honor of their beautiful dog, Chestnut.
Said Kathy, "If you feel inspired to give, we gratefully accept donations for the Branson Humane Society. All monetary gifts go directly to the Humane Society. A secure donation box is located at the end of the driveway. While donations are appreciated, they are never required to enjoy the lights."
In addition to financial donations, the Humane Society is always in need of dog food, cat food, puppy food, kitten food, pellet cat litter, bleach, and paper towels. They are also currently in need of kitten milk replacer and pure canned pumpkin.
The public is invited to visit the Bennett Lighting Display, located at 321 Sherry Lane in Branson, between the hours of 5:30 and 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5:30 to 10:00 on Saturday and Sunday.
The Bennett Christmas lights can be viewed nightly through December 31.
Season of hope
BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer
This sign, displayed at Branson's First Presbyterian Church, is a reminder to us all that Christmas is a season of hope—offering new beginnings, a light in the darkness and promises fulfilled. May this holiday bring hope to all.
Salvation Army bell ringer (Photo by K.D. Michaels)
Darla Schuchman, representing the Branson Hollister Rotary Club is joined by family and friends as she rings the bell for the Salvation Army on Saturday. All the money raised by Rotary Club members goes toward the Salvation Army's goal of raising $140,000 to help those in need in our local area!
Local church helps you celebrate the season
BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer
One area church is sharing the true meaning of Christmas through a special holiday event.
Light City Church will host a live Nativity scene, complete with a manger, a donkey, sheep and even a camel.
The live Nativity scene is a perfect way for the entire family to experience the wonder of Christmas. Enjoy a festive evening with family or friends.
Admission is free, and you are invited to join the Light City congregation for free cookies and hot chocolate, as well.
The live Nativity scene is scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 4 to 7 p.m. at the Light City Church, 1621 Bee Creek Road, Branson.
Celebrate the season and make memories that will last a lifetime.
FBC Branson celebrates Christmas with area families
BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer
First Baptist Church of Branson's annual Christmas Bash offered a morning of fun for area families. The 16th annual Christmas Bash welcomed adults and children alike, as honored guests of the church, for some holiday fun on Saturday
Children enjoyed inflatables and bounce houses, face painting, crafts, balloon animals, games and more. Approximately three dozen children's bikes with helmets were given away, and the Chick-fil-A Santa Cow was on hand for photos.
First Baptist Church partnered with Christian Action Ministries for the event, providing groceries for each family in attendance. A prayer zone was also set up, offering prayer and encouragement for all.
The Christmas Bash is just one way that First Baptist Church helps serve the community.
FBC Branson is located at 400 South Sunshine in Branson. You are invited to join them for Sunday worship. Classic service begins each Sunday at 8 a.m., while the modern services are set for 9:30 and 11 a.m. Special Christmas Eve services, are to be held on Wednesday, December 24, with the modern service beginning at 3:00 and 4:30 p.m. and a classic service beginning at 6:30 p.m.
For more information, visit fbcbranson.com.
Families enjoy Santa in the Park
BY CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer
Hollister’s Chad A. Fuqua Park was abuzz with Christmas spirit families having fun on Sunday afternoon, December 7, as the Hollister Area Chamber hosted the annual “Santa in the Park” Christmas celebration.
As families made their way along the path through the park, they enjoyed treats like popcorn, cookies and hot cocoa to help take the edge off the afternoon’s chilly breeze, along with small gift items from area businesses, Hollister schools, City of Hollister officials and the College of the Ozarks. Along with treats, kids could get their faces painted, make a craft item, and write a letter to put in Santa’s mailbox—and each letter will receive a personal response, thanks to caring community volunteers!
Of course, Santa and his sleigh were on hand for photos, and after visiting with Santa, each child picked up a wrapped gift thanks to Getting Floor’d, one of several much-appreciated sponsors—see the lists of sponsors in photos accompanying this article and on the Chamber Facebook page, and be sure to thank them for their support of a fun family afternoon!
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