Holiday food distribution

Marsh Bellofram is holding its annual holiday food distribution at 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, at two sites in the Northern Panhandle of Hancock County. Baskets that include the essentials for a complimentary holiday meal will be passed out on a first-come, first served basis while supplies last starting around 9 a.m. at the Newell Lions Club or the Chester Municipal Building. Proof of West Virginia residency or a valid photo ID is required. There is a limit of one meal per residence, and two meals per vehicle in order to serve as many families as possible.

Chester Lightup Night

The Third Annual Chester Lightup Night will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Chester Virginia Gardens Gazebo on Main Street. Chester Fellowship of Churches will host a live Nativity from 5 to 7 p.m. and Santa will arrive at 6 p.m. The event is sponsored by the Chester Beautification Committee, Chester Lions Club, Hancock County Family Support Center, City of Chester and the Chester Garden Club.

Night Before Christmas

The Upper Ohio Valley Museum and Learning Center is hosting the Night Before Christmas on Friday. This event will feature Beaver Local’s show choir, Rhythm in Red, at 5 p.m. along with Christmas pairings of seasonal drinks and treats. Visitors can also view over 40 decorated trees. Admission is free. For information call 330-386-5443.

Christmas open house

The Upper Ohio Valley Museum and Learning Center at the Lou Holtz Hall of Fame will be hosting its annual Christmas open house on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. There will be live music, Santa Claus, cookies and a train raffle. Admission is free. For information call 330-386-5443.

Wreaths Across America

A Wreaths Across America ceremony will be held at New Cumberland Cemetery Saturday, Dec. 13. The event will begin with a short ceremony at noon at the cemetery’s chapel followed by the placing of the wreaths. The second Saturday in December is set aside every year for volunteers to gather and honor veterans at thousands of cemeteries across America and in several foreign countries. The program’s motto of “Remember, Honor, Teach” asks everyone to remember those who have fallen, honor those who are still serving, and teach the value of freedom to our young people. This year 470 wreaths have been donated to honor those veterans who are buried in New Cumberland Cemetery. This is the sixth year for the ceremony in New Cumberland, and the committee would like to thank all who have honored our veterans every year. The public is invited to attend. The weather forecast calls for cold and snow, so bundle up and plan to be part of this New Cumberland tradition.