Several upcoming library programs offer a chance to see live reindeer. Here, Jingle John from Silly Safaris shows a reindeer at the Greenfield library in 2022.
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Libraries to host holiday programs
GREENFIELD – Several family-friendly holiday programs are coming up at local libraries, including the popular Jingle John animal show.
The “north pole elf” visits New Palestine with his North Pole animals Dec. 18; he will give two shows in Greenfield Dec. 19. The Sugar Creek branch of the Hancock County Public Library is located at 5731 W. U.S. 52, New Palestine; the central branch of the HCPL is at 900 W. McKenzie Road, Greenfield.
Other holiday programs include “Gnome for the Holidays” and a Grinch movie night in New Palestine. All ages are welcome Dec. 18 for the “Holiday Time in the City” jazz concert at the Greenfield library. Register for programs at hcplibrary.org or call 317-462-5141 for more information.
In Fortville, the Holly Jolly Holiday Party is set for 9-11 a.m. Dec. 2 at the Fortville Community Center, 400 W. Church St., Fortville. The free event hosted by the Vernon Township Public Library and Fortville Parks Department will feature games, crafts, Santa and a live reindeer.
“Letters to Santa” programs available
GREENFIELD – Opportunities are available for local children to send their wish lists to Santa.
Write a letter to Santa and drop it in the mailbox at McCordsville town hall or Depot Street Park in Greenfield; include a stamped envelope with a return address for a surprise.
Parents of children in second grade and younger can also send a letter via email to [email protected] to be included in the annual “Letters to Santa” special publication in the Daily Reporter.
“Giftable art” classes coming up
GREENFIELD – Create “giftable art” this holiday season with a three-part children’s program at Greenfield Parks and Recreation Art Studio.
The class is from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Dec. 6, Dec. 13 and Dec. 20 at the lower level of the Patricia Elmore Center, 280 N. Apple St., Greenfield.
The studio is also offering a family art program from 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 2, with ugly sweater decorating.
Learn more at facebook.com/greenfieldparksart. Register at parks.greenfieldin.org; call 317-477-4340 for questions.
