By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
Happy Trails for Coffman and Lake Nov. 24
On Monday, Nov. 24, The New Homestead (2306 State St. in Guthrie Center) will hold a “Happy Trails” retirement party for longtime staff members Deb Coffman and Don Lake. The event will be 2-4 p.m., and the public is welcome.
Santa visits Panora Nov. 26
On Wednesday, Nov. 26 at 5:30 p.m., Santa Claus will be at the Panora town square and gazebo to see the lighted decorations at the town square and to start spreading holiday cheer.
Turkey Trot Nov. 27 in Panora
Reshape Fitness Studio’s sixth annual Turkey Trot 3-mile walk/run will be held Thanksgiving morning at 7:30 a.m. The event will be held at Twin Vines (2821 Highway 44)on an all-terrain course offering panoramic views of Guthrie County. Registration costs $40 through Nov. 22. After that, registration will cost $45. Pre-registered entrants will receive turkey swag. To pre-register, go to www.getmeregistered.com and search for “Panora.”
Lighted Parade in Guthrie Center Nov. 29
Guthrie Center’s lighted Christmas Parade will begin at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 29. Anyone interested in having an entry in the parade is asked to contact the Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce. Parade lineup begins at 5:15 p.m. at the courthouse.
Panora Boutique Nov. 29
The 48th annual Panora Holiday Boutique will be Saturday, Nov. 29, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Panora Community Center. More than 50 vendors and crafters are expected.
Holiday basket auction Dec. 5 in Guthrie Center
On Friday, Dec. 5, a silent auction fundraiser will be held at The New Homestead (2306 State St.). Bidding will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Breakfast with Santa in Panora Dec. 6
On Saturday, Dec. 6 from 8:30-11 a.m., a freewill donation pancake breakfast will be held at the Panora Community Center (115 W. Main). The Camp Candycane craft event will be 9-10:30 a.m.
Redfield Winterfest Dec. 6
Celebrate winter in Redfield on Dec. 6 at West Central Valley Middle School. A craft fair, silent auction and cookie walk run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kids shop for free from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Santa visits at 1 p.m. Then head over to Legion Hall and City Park for the lighting. The chili competition drop-off is at 3:30 p.m. with the judging beginning at 4 p.m. The tree and holiday display and lighting of the park occurs at 5 p.m. The chili feed runs from 5-7 p.m. for a free will donation. At 6:30 p.m., the silent auction ends. At 7 p.m., the lighted parade begins.
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