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Town and Country Bank in Ava is inviting the community to enjoy a festive display as its lobby transforms into a winter wonderland for the holiday season. The local branch has partnered with ten area businesses to decorate a series of Christmas trees, each one uniquely themed and filled with holiday spirit. The trees will…

Cassell Vineyards will host a Christmas Nativity painting class on Friday, December 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Venue at Park Square, located at 103 West Park Square in Mansfield. The session will be led by local artist Teresa Fry, who will guide participants step by step in creating a holiday-themed canvas. All…

Fear Factory LLC will host a one-night Krampus Christmas show on Saturday, December 13, from 7 to 10 p.m. at its location at 102 South Main Street in Mountain Grove. Organizers say the event will feature a themed holiday experience and will remain open until closing time or until attendance tapers off. Visitors are encouraged…

The Pottery Place will host a full afternoon of holiday activities during its “Pottery with Santa” event on Sunday, December 7, beginning at noon. The studio is located at 519 North Main Street in Mountain Grove. The day will open with a Cookies for Santa plate workshop from 12 to 2 p.m. for thirty dollars…

Winterfest organizers have announced that Dawson Hollow will headline this year’s celebration with a live outdoor performance on Friday, December 5, at 6 p.m. on the historic downtown square in Mountain Grove. The nationally touring indie folk rock band, made up of five siblings, formed in 2016 but has been performing together since 2001. Known…

MK’s Blooming Blessings and More will host a Christmas wreath making class on Thursday, December 11, at 6 p.m. at 608 Springfield Road in Ava. The workshop will offer participants a chance to create their own holiday wreaths, with organizers welcoming all experience levels. The cost is thirty five dollars, or forty dollars for those…

MK’s Blooming Blessings and More will host a Grapevine Wreath Making Class on Sunday, December 14, beginning at 2 p.m. The event will take place at 608 Springfield Road in Ava. Participants will create their own seasonal wreaths using provided florals and materials. Organizers say the class is open to all skill levels, whether it…

Mountain Grove Christian Academy will host the Cynthia Fry Memorial Cookie Walk on Saturday, December 6, featuring an upscale cookie walk, vendor booths, a tea room lunch, a silent auction, and a raffle that includes a wreath and a five hundred dollar gift card. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at…

Seymour’s Historic Owen Theater will present a holiday concert on Saturday, December 13, from 7 to 9 p.m. at 120 West Washington Avenue. The evening will feature live Christmas music from regional performers Isaac Kenneth, Chelsey James, Johnny Meyer, and others. Organizers say the concert will include a mix of classic holiday songs and festive…

The 3rd Annual Ava Christmas Symphony is set for Saturday, December 6, at 6 p.m. at the Ava Performing Arts Center, located at 770 North Jefferson Street. The community is invited to enjoy an evening of holiday music presented by local performers. Admission is free, and attendees are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance. Free…