Grinch Fest, parade downtown Saturday

Downtown Whitney will be filled with Christmas activity Saturday, December 13 as the Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Grinch Fest, culminating in the evening's Christmas parade and tree lighting. The day will begin with the Grinch Gallop 5k at 8 a.m. The run will start at Whitney Elementary School and end at … Continue reading Grinch Fest, parade downtown Saturday

County Line Cruisers taking toy donations

The County Line Cruisers will host their 10th annual Santa's Rod Run this year, delivering presents to local children. Toy donations will be accepted until Saturday, December 13, at Pat's Automotive, 4501 FM 933 in Whitney. Collected toys will be distributed before Christmas to children in Whitney, Blum, Kopperl and Aquilla. Anyone with questions in … Continue reading County Line Cruisers taking toy donations

Third annual bird count set for Jan. 4

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be hosting the third annual Lake Whitney Christmas Bird Count from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, January 4. All are invited to participate in what will be part of the 125th National Christmas Bird Count, the world's oldest citizen science program. Participants will learn about the birds … Continue reading Third annual bird count set for Jan. 4

Aquilla plans Christmas parade Sat.

The Community of Aquilla Christmas Parade has been scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, December 16. There will be no entry fee, and all are invited to decorate a float and join the parade. Snacks and drinks will be available immediately following the parade, alongside pictures with Santa. The parade, which will go through … Continue reading Aquilla plans Christmas parade Sat.

Kids’ Christmas event Dec. 20

A free children’s Christmas party will be held Wednesday, December 20, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at King Memorial Methodist Church, 502 North Colorado Street in Whitney. There will be cookie decorating, crafts, story time, acting and a birthday party for Jesus. Kids ages five years through sixth grade are welcome, and younger children may … Continue reading Kids’ Christmas event Dec. 20

Santa, Grinch to visit Whitney for full day of fun Saturday

Whitney's annual Christmas parade and tree lighting will wrap up a day of activities as the Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce and the City of Whitney team up for the first downtown Grinch Festival Saturday, December 9. A full day of Grinch-themed activities are planned, beginning with the 14th annual Christmas Bazaar that begins at … Continue reading Santa, Grinch to visit Whitney for full day of fun Saturday

Christmas Events Scheduled

The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce will team up with the City of Whitney to host the first Grinch Festival downtown Saturday, December 9. A full day of Grinch-themed activities are planned, beginning with the 14th annual Christmas Bazaar that begins at 10 a.m. Attendees can check off their Christmas lists with downtown vendors offering … Continue reading Christmas Events Scheduled

Chamber to host Christmas Bazaar downtown Saturday

Editor: Shannon Cottongame December 7, 2022 The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce will host its 13th annual Christmas Bazaar Saturday, December 10, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sidewalk vendors will sell baked goods, arts and crafts and other items, and downtown merchants will offer holiday specials. Vendor spaces are available for the event. Live … Continue reading Chamber to host Christmas Bazaar downtown Saturday

Christmas spirit comes to downtown Whitney

The City of Whitney got into the Christmas spirit with a parade followed by the lighting of the downtown Christmas tree Saturday night, December 4. Pictured above, Mayor Brad Slaten, introduced by City Administrator/Police Chief Chris Bentley, lit the tree. Following the tree lighting, holiday dance performances were provided by To The Pointe Dance Studio … Continue reading Christmas spirit comes to downtown Whitney