The holiday season is upon us and Clarke County has been busy throughout the end of the year with fall and Halloween events. Now is time to jump into gear with Christmas!
The City of Quitman will jump off the season beginning December 1 through December 3rd.
• Quitman’s Ole Tyme Christmas Festival & Lighting of the Christmas Tree
- Quitman Woman’s Club Best Decorated Business & Home Contest - Homes and businesses must be decorated by November 27 with winners being announced on December 1.
- Quitman Woman’s Club 69th Annual Taste Tea & Social Thursday, December 1, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at The Gavin House. The public is invited.
- Historic Clarke County, Inc. Downtown Historical Tour - Friday, December 2, at 5 p.m. McNair-Gavin House, 116 East Church Street. Learn the historical significance with interesting facts and stories of seven buildings in the Quitman Downtown Mill District. This event is free to the public, and make sure to wear your walking shoes, for mode of transportation will be your feet.
- The City of Quitman Main Street is proud to announce the upcoming Ole' Tyme Christmas Festival and Tree Lighting Event on Saturday, December 3, in the Quitman Downtown Historical District from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The official lighting of the Christmas Tree will be at 6:00 p.m. The vendor form is available on the City of Quitman webpage (www.cityquitman.net) and the Quitman Main Street Facebook page. You may also pick up a form at Quitman City Hall. If you are interested in participating in the Carolers at the Courthouse or as a vendor, please contact {601)776-3728 or email mainstreet@ci.quitman.ms.us.
• Town of Shubuta Christmas Parade – The Town of Shubuta will hold its Christmas Parade Saturday, December 3, at 12 noon. Everyone is welcome to participate.
• Clarke County Christmas Parade - The Clarke County Christmas Parade will be held Monday night, December 5th, at 6:00 p.m. Line-up will begin at 5 p.m. Location/Parade Route: Lineup will take place on Harris Avenue (the street in front of Dart Container). The parade will proceed East onto Donald Street (Hwy 512), turning North onto Archusa Avenue (Hwy 145), and end, turning left onto Charleston Street (street next to fire department). Floats, horses, antique vehicles, and semis are all welcomed to participate and show off your Christmas Spirit. Prizes for entry include 1st place entry $100; 2nd place entry $50; 3rd place entry $25. If you would like to participate, contact the Clarke County Chamber of Commerce at 601-776-5701.
• Town of Stonewall Christmas Parade – The Stonewall Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual Christmas Parade Saturday, December 10, at 5 p.m. Line up begins at 4 p.m. at Stonewall Pentecostal Church Parking Lot, then will travel Hwy. 513 to Jones College. For more information, contact Zach Wheat, Nathan Covington or Clarke County Hot Topics.
• Town of Enterprise Parade and Tree Lighting – The Town of Enterprise will hold its annual parade and Christmas Tree Lighting beginning at 6 p.m. at Ritchey Park after the parade. Chili will be provided by 3S Cowboy Church. Hot chocolate by Enterprise Fire Department.
• Cookies and Cocoa - Sunday, December 11, from 1-4 p.m. Satisfy your sweet tooth while you Christmas shop locally. Presented by local businesses: Fantasy Cottage, T&G Athletics, Just Teesin’, Rustic Couture, Fred’s and Coffee and Creams Railroad Bakery.
• Christmas Open House will be held at Breckenridge Vineyards Sunday, November 27, 1-5 p.m. 181 Americana Dr., Shubuta. Pictures with Santa, Ornament painting for kids, door prizes and give aways, and more! See more information at www.breckenridgefarms.net or on their Facebook.
• Enjoy the Christmas spirit as you tour the beautiful historical homes and see over 50 exquisitely decorated trees and holiday exhibits at Merrehope in Meridian. This spectacular display is different each year with a new theme depicting holiday traditions and cultures. We are encouraging all to take advantage of this great opportunity during the holiday season, as there are several from Clarke County who decorate trees for the event. Trees of Christmas is open November 20-December 31st - Monday-Saturday- 10:00-4:00; Sundays 1-4. The opening Gala is Sunday, November 20, from 1-4 p.m. Adults $15; Military and senior citizens $10; Students $5. For more information, call 601-483-8439.
