Christmas spirit descendes on the Square in downtown McConnelsville on December 3 from 10 am to 6pm. Organized by the Morgan County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Twin City Christmas is an opportunity to shop local with great deals and get in the Christmas spirit. With a variety of  great sales, displays, children’s crafts and activities, carollers and more this free event is sure to have something for everyone, no matter your age or interest. Follow the illuminated bags on sidewalk to a day of fun and surprises.

Local businesses along Main Street will offer deals only available during this event as well as light refreshments and other activities like Morris Hardware’s Ladies Night. Every purchase at participating businesses gives you a chance to win a raffle basket filled with goodies from local Morgan County Businesses. The winner of the basket will be drawn at the 8:00 pm Ohio Valley Opry Show. There will be two Opry Shows featuring guest Dion Pride at the Twin City Opera House.

In addition to the raffle tickets, gifts bought at participating businesses can be wrapped for free at the Senior Citizens Center, sponsored by Highland Oaks and CHS Hospice.

The event is sure to keep the kids busy with Elf School at the Kate Love Simpson Library, Cookie Decorating at the Visitor’s Center, visits from Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the elfs, as well as activities at the Dover House.

Morgan County Community for the Arts at the Dover House will be hold activities that include Christmas Stories, make and take Christmas Ornaments, and Christmas photos from Lori Dille (by appointment).

Shop local and support your local businesses, December 3, 2016.