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Category: Holidays

Christmas Eve Services – December 24, 2019

If you’re looking for a church service to attend with your family on Christmas Eve, here is a list of local churches, with services ranging from casual to candlelit. See church websites (linked) for specific service details.

Albertville

Church of St. Albert, Albertville
Christmas Eve Mass — 4pm
churchofstalbert.org

Free Grace United, Albertville
(located in Albertville outlet mall)
Candlelight Christmas Eve Service — 4:30pm
freegrace.tv/locations/st-michaelalbertville

Life in Christ Lutheran, Albertville
Christmas Eve Services — 5pm & 7pm
lifeinchristonline.org

Samaritan’s Hill Church, Albertville
Christmas Eve Service — 4pm
samaritanshill.com

2019 STMA Holiday Lights Tour

Traveling to see the lights around town was one of my favorite Christmas traditions as a kid. We are so blessed in our community to have several great holiday light displays, including a few choreographed to music! So grab your family and some hot cocoa, and follow this path for an evening of holiday de-LIGHT! 🙂 #mompuns

>> Click to access the Google map <<

New this year!
We’ve mixed up the STMA Holiday Lights Tour a bit to include a few new stops sent in by our readers.
The tour stops at 9 locations and takes about 1 hour to enjoy start-to-finish. If you’d prefer just to hit the highlights, click here to access the 4-location, 40-minute version.

Santa Sightings 2019

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And if you’re hoping to meet jolly old St. Nick and maybe even squeeze in a photo of him with your kids, check out this list of opportunities see Santa in and around the STMA community this December.

Santa Photos at Cabela’s
Every day through Dec. 24 (times vary) | Cabela’s, Rogers
Enjoy the Santa Wonderland Christmas experience and get a FREE photo with Santa! Free crafts and activities will also be offered. Arrive early to reserve your spot.
More info: facebook.com/events/1679177592219526

Visit Santa at Tile Outlet
November 29–Dec. 1  Times vary | Tile Outlet, Rogers
Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus along with their reindeer. Everyone is welcome, including pets. There will also be snacks, gifts for the kids, and an area to write down notes for Santa. See link for available times.
More info: facebook.com/events/460957104511891

Pictures with Santa at City Hall
Saturday, November 30  10am–2pm | St. Michael City Hall
Legacy Home Group will be offering free pictures with Santa, along with cookie decorating, coloring, and an area for kids to write and mail letters to Santa.
More info: facebook.com/events/2396332277161870

Santa’s Magical Workshop at Arbor Lakes
Saturday, November 30  10am–2pm | Dave & Buster’s, Maple Grove
Visit Santa indoors and tell him what you want for Christmas. Then make your way outside to enjoy free sleigh rides pulled by live reindeer, or take a pony ride for $5.
CROSS will be collecting non-perishable food and toys.
More info: facebook.com/events/796066447505601

2019 Halloween & Harvest Events

Click here to submit an event to the calendar!

Albertville Lions Pumpkin Party
Thursday, October 3  4–6pm | Central Park, Albertville
Kids ages 10 and under can join the Albertville Lions Club for pumpkin games, a photo booth, and more fun! Kids will receive a pumpkin and treats, while supplies last.
More info: facebook.com/albertvillelionsclub/posts/2314320118897909

FYCC Halloween Family Bingo
Thursday, October 3  6:30–7:30pm | Albertville City Hall
Join FYCC for a fun evening of bingo. Spend time as a family and have a chance to win great prizes. Costumes welcome! Register online as space is limited. (Cost: $10/family online)
Info & Register: myfycc.com/event-registration/?ee=415

Halloween Fun Shop Fall Festival
Sunday, October 5  12–3pm | Halloween Fun Shop, Rogers
Stop by the fall festival for free pumpkins, face painting, balloon creatures, magic shows, giveaways, live scary make up tutorials, and even Ghostbusters! Food trucks on site.
More info: facebook.com/events/374521663491111

4th of July 2019: Fireworks & More!

How does your family like to celebrate Independence Day? We typically enjoy a laid-back holiday with a barbecue at my parents’ place, and we sometimes shoot off fireworks from the driveway or over the pond once the sun goes down.

If you’re looking for something fun to do, here are some local ideas to consider for your family’s Fourth: