The 36th annual Christmas on the River in Chester is fast approaching and will be held Dec. 6-8. Come experience the feeling of Christmas and feel the joy of a small town Christmas celebration.
All who live in Chester are invited to get in the spirit by decorating the outside of their house and yard in a festive and creative manner, and compete in the holiday home lighting contest. People can nominate their own home, a neighbors’, family or friends’ homes by submitting an address to the parks and recreation office at city hall or by calling 618-826-1430.
Categories in the contest are: the minimalist – simple and clean display; the white lights – all white lights display; the reason for the season – best nativity display; the traditional – captures the classic Christmas motif; and the whimsical – it’s humorous, unexpected and fun.
For more on the Christmas on the River events, please see this week’s print edition.