in Indiana County, PennsylvaniaLucy Donnelly Holiday Festival and Parade Kickoff Event

Friday, November 17th

Philadelphia Street, Downtown IndianaThe Jimmy Stewart Museum • 835 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA5:00 PM — 7:00 PM: The Jimmy Stewart Museum staff and Indiana Alliance Church will be distributing free goodies and hot cocoa along with BOGO passes for the Museum, underneath the museum canopy. Also present will be Indiana’s Hot Dog John. The museum will be closed so that everyone can enjoy all the outdoor activities.Holiday Family Activities • IRMC Park, located at North 7th Street, South 7th Street & Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA5:00 PM — 7:00 PM: Roasting Marshmallows - Hot Chocolate - Kettle Corn - Crafts - Music - Hayrides - Eat’n Park Smiley giving out cookies - Indiana Junior High School Spirit Band at 6:00 PM. Love of Life Ring Drawing • IRMC Park, located at North 7th Street & Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA6:30 PM: See who’s going to win “Strength in Numbers”, a ring valued at $13,000, crafted by artisan Gary Wyant and donated by he and his wife Stacey. The Love of Life Campaign supports the M. Dorcas Clark, MD Women’s Imaging Center at IRMC.Lucy Donnelly Holiday Parade • Starts at 11th Street and ends at 5th Street, Indiana, PA7:00 PM — 8:00 PM: Holiday parade featuring area groups, bands and organizations.Tree Lighting • IRMC Park, located at North 7th Street & Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA8:00 PM: Watch with excitement the lighting of a 35-foot live tree in IRMC Park donated by Fleming’s Christmas Tree Farms. Visit with Santa • Throughout IRMC Park, located at North 7th Street & Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PASanta will mingle with guests after the parade.“It’s A Wonderful Life” Movie • Indiana Theater, 637 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA8:30 PM: Free admission to movie!Additional Activities Happening Throughout the Night: S&T Bank serving fresh popcorn, Diamond Drug distributing free hotdogs and beginning at 9 PM, Brown Hotel will be offering eggnog and songs sung by local musicians.

“It’s A Wonderful Life” FestivalWeekends November 18th through December 17th

Philadelphia Street, IRMC Park, Downtown IndianaActivities Occurring Each Weekend: Visits with Santa (Fridays: 5 PM - 8 PM; Saturdays: Noon - 3 PM & 5 PM - 8 PM), special holiday treats, 35-foot LIVE Christmas tree, kids activities, pop-up market, magnificent Christmas light display and delightful holiday music provided by local schools, churches & instrumental groups.

Saturday, November 18th & Sunday, November 19th Family activities in IRMC Park, including a photo with Santa and two live reindeer for children to see from Noon to 8 PM on Saturday and 10 AM to 4 PM on Sunday.

Saturday, November 25th Weekend includes Small Business Saturday where your downtown purchases earn you “Downtown Dollars” from participating merchants, which can be spent through the end of the year. Sample “Wonderful Life-themed” specials in Downtown restaurants and taverns.

Holiday ShoppingNovember and December

Shop and dine in Downtown Indiana during their extended holiday hours.

Holiday Wheels and Thrills: A Model Train Display at Indiana MallExhibit Runs November 17th - December 10th

Model Train Display • Indiana Mall, 2334 Oakland Ave., Indiana, PA (Inside Former FYE Store)Exhibit of various model trains, including a miniature train weaving through a snowy landscape. Donations accepted for Teddy Bear Fund Drive. Hours: Friday’s: 11/17, 11/24, 12/1 & 12/8 from 3 PM - 7 PM; Saturday’s: 11/18, 11/25 & 12/2 from 10 AM - 6 PM; Saturday: 12/9 from 10 AM - 4 PM; Sunday’s: 11/19, 11/26 &12/3 from 2 PM - 5 PM; Sunday: 12/10 from 12 PM - 4 PM

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Festival Hours: Fridays: 5 PM - 8 PM; Saturdays: Noon - 8 PM Sundays: Noon - 5 PM

Trees for Troops DaySaturday, December 2nd

Fleming’s Christmas Tree Farms • 1803 Fleming Road, Indiana, PA9:00 AM — 5:00 PM: Come join us as we say “Thank You” to all our active duty men and women serving our country. Join us on Saturday when you will be able to purchase a tree individually or contribute towards the purchase of a tree. Come and enjoy many activities including a concession stand, horse-drawn wagon rides, kids activities, visit from Santa, picture opportunities, face painting and live entertainment. If you are unable to attend that day, you can still contribute to this great cause by contacting Fleming’s Christmas Tree Farm at 724.463.0570. Special tree price for this at Fleming’s is $25.00 for a 6’ Christmas tree.

Historical Society Holiday Open HouseFriday, December 8th

Holiday Choral Music • Historic Band Performance • Silas M. Clark House, South 6th Street, Indiana, PA 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM: The Clark House will be decorated by the Evergreen Garden Club in a Victorian Christmas fashion and Holiday refreshments will be served. At 7:00 PM, the 8th grade vocal ensemble from Indiana Junior High School, under the direction of Mrs. Ellen Werner, will sing holiday music in the armory museum. At 7:30 PM, the Indiana Brass Band, under the direction of B.J. Pino, will play 1850’s era Christmas music on 1850’s era brass instruments. No admission charge. Everybody welcome.

Quota International of Indiana, PA’s “Christmas Home Tour”Saturday, December 9th

Self-Guided Tour in Downtown Indiana • Six Distinctive Homes in Downtown Indiana, PAHomes will showcase festive holiday decorations. Registration is from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Jimmy Stewart Museum. While at the Museum, browse and enjoy the gift shop. Get map of locations upon registration. Tour held from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Tickets will be sold in advance. The cost is $25.00. The tickets will be sold at ICTB, Helwig Insurance Agency and online at Indiana Quota. Another sellout is anticipated this year with only 350 tickets available. The six homes are all located in the downtown area and are all extremely close to each other. Contact Jess Gallagher at 724-549-5199 or Jacquie Hathaway at 724-388-5703.

“It’s A Wonderful Life” Movie MarathonFriday, December 15th - Saturday, December 16th

24-Hour Movie Marathon • Indiana Theater, 637 Philadelphia St., Indiana, PAMarathon begins at 8 PM on December 15th. $5 fee for individual viewing. $25 per seat for one person to watch the entire 24 hours or $50 per seat to have a “relay team” of watchers.

Indiana Players Present: “It’s A Wonderful Life”December 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th at 7:30 PM; December 10th and 17th at 2:30 PM

Indiana Playhouse • 725 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA Don’t miss this favorite classic performed live, adapted by James W. Rodgers and directed by Katrina Kayden.

12 Movies of ChristmasSaturday, November 18th - Sunday, December 17th

“12 Movies of Christmas” • All showings at Indiana Theater, 637 Philadelphia St., Indiana, PADonations are not required, but are welcome at the door. Special Thanks to New Story Schools & Services for their support.Concessions will be available. Saturday, 11/18 at 7 PM – “Arthur Christmas” Sunday, 11/19 at 4 PM – “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch that Stole Christmas” Saturday, 11/25 at 7 PM – “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” Sunday, 11/26 at 4 PM – “Mickey’s Christmas Carol/The Smurfs Christmas”Friday, 12/1 at 7 PM – with Amplify Church Indiana Campus – “Miracle on 34th Street” (1947 Version)Saturday, 12/2 at 7 PM – “Holiday Inn” Sunday, 12/3 at 4 PM – “Meet Me in St. Louis”Wednesday, 12/6 at 7 PM – “Love Actually” Saturday, 12/9 at 7 PM – “Christmas with the Kranks” Sunday, 12/10 at 4 PM – “Scrooged” Fri., 12/15 – Sat. Dec. 16 from 8 PM - 8 PM – “It’s A Wonderful Life” Movie Marathon Sunday, 12/17 at 4 PM – “A Christmas Story”

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