The standard begin of the vacation season begins Friday in downtown Newark.
The Licking County neighborhood is invited to attend the courthouse lighting ceremony to welcome the Christmas season this Friday. This system will include the annual vacation music program and sing-a-long, the thrill of Santa’s arrival, and the lighting of the courthouse. A big crowd is predicted, so persons are invited downtown early to discover a parking spot. The county parking storage on South Second Avenue gives free parking.
Earlier than the courthouse lighting, The Canal Market District will likely be internet hosting their annual Christmas market from 3 to six:30 PM. The district is situated simply south of the Sq. between Canal and Market Streets. There it is possible for you to to search out vacation decorations, market meals distributors, crafts and meals vehicles. Remember to make it to the courthouse at 6:15, to take part within the Courthouse Lighting festivities. Pat Jeffries will function the grasp of ceremonies this yr, serving to to usher within the Vacation season with musical performances.
You will need to be aware that the lighting of the courthouse, will look a bit totally different this yr because of some building on the courthouse itself. Nonetheless, the lighting will nonetheless happen. At about 7 p.m., the Newark Fireplace Division will help with Santa’s arrival, and with the assistance of the kids in attendance, he’ll magically mild up the decorations on the courthouse to formally sign the start of the Christmas season. Santa will then relocate to the TrueCore Federal Union downtown department, the place kids are invited for a meet and greet.
So as to add to the vacation spirit of the evening, Elves in Motion will likely be downtown on the sq. to gather donations for his or her annual meals drive. Moreover, The Winery Church of Licking County will likely be downtown serving free sizzling chocolate and popcorn. The church may even present the very talked-about ‘reside nativity’ that Friday night on the south aspect of the Sq. close to the colourful fountain.
Nutcracker efficiency weekend
To spherical out the weekend, the Central Ohio Youth Ballet’s manufacturing of The Nutcracker at Midland Theatre will likely be carried out. Forty youth dancers and supporting adults will deliver the traditional Christmas story to life! The performances will likely be held on each on Saturday and Sunday. Saturday’s performances will start at 6 p.m., and Sunday’s efficiency will happen twice at 1:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets can be found at www.midlandtheatre.org or by calling 740-345-LIVE.
