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There are many celebrations of Christmas in Perry County every year, and we are going to list the information as it becomes available, whether it is Facebook, the internet or local newspaper.

• Santa Letters Due by December 6th

Time once again to get those Santa letters to the Buffalo River Review for publication in the Christmas issue.  The deadline is 4:00 pm, Friday, December 6, 2024.  Drop them off at the office, 115 South Mill St., mail to P.O. Box 914, or email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  Please tell all your kids that the Review will forward the letters to the North Pole in plenty of time for Old St. Nick to make wishes come true.

• Lobelville Parade - December 6th

Bring the family!  Lobelville's Christmas Parade is set for December 6th, starting at 7 p.m.  will take place on the city's Main Street.  Entry forms are available at Lobelville City Hall, and must be turned in by noon, Thursday, December 5.  For more information or to request an entry form, call (931) 593-2285.

• A Little Linden Christmas - December 7th

Celebrate the season with a cozy holiday event featuring local vendors, festive treats and unique gifts in the heart of Linden.  Enjoy family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and plenty of holiday cheer!  For more information, contact Allyson Dickey, Perry County Chamber of Commerce (931) 589-2453.

Festival highlights from 10:00 to 5:00:

• Shop for unique gifts, handmade crafts, and holiday décor from local artisans at the vendor market.
• Enjoy seasonal tunes as live music fills the air with holiday spirit.
• Bring your best holiday treats to the Baking Contest for a chance to win top honors. Show off your baking skills and spread some cheer.
• Indulge in the traditional Christmas Tea at the Commodore Music Café with delicious treats and a cozy, festive atmosphere. Seatings at 11:00 and 3:00.
• Keep an eye out; you might just catch Santa himself throughout the day.
• End the day with the Linden Christmas Parade at 7:00 p.m., featuring twinkling lights, festive floats, and a special appearance by Santa Claus.  This is the Shriner's Parade, with this year's theme "Home for the Holidays."

 There’s still time to join as a vendor. Showcase your products and connect with holiday shoppers. Register at bloomingartsfestival.regfox.com/little-linden-Christmas to secure your spot.

• Linden Parade, "Home for the Holidays" - December 7, 7:00 PM

"Home for the Holidays" is the theme of the 2024 Linden Christmas Parade, organized and spoonsored by Perry County Shriners.  The annual event will take place on December 7, Saturday night, along Linden's Main Street.  Line-up is at 6:00 PM.  All entries should be on time.  For more info, contact Barry Arnold, 931-622-5044.

• Community Choir Christmas Contata - December 8th 

The Christmas cantata presented annually by singers from Linden churches First Christian, First Methodist, and host First Baptist, will be held Sunday, December 8, at 6:00 pm.  This year's title is "Holding On To Christmas."  Everyone is invited.

• Donations for FFA SANTA

The sixteenth annual FFA SANTA  program is now accepting donations of toys, clothing, coats, and food for Perry County's under privileged kids, now through next Wednesday, December 11, at a number of locations.  For full detials, see the full story in the current issue of the Buffalo River Review, dated December 4, 2024, copies for sale around town and at the BRR office on Mill St.

Local officials, community leaders and owners Mahlon and Monroe Miller gathered last week for the ribbon-cutting at Buffalo Coatings at 6764 South Main Street in Lobelville. The new company, which offers sand blasting and powder coating services, is a branch of Buffalo River Truss LLC. Photo courtesy of 101.3 WOPC.