holiday spirit

The registration deadline for an annual drive-through donation event put on by Auburn Public Safety is fast approaching. Donations are helping make the season brighter for families in need through the Auburn Toy Drive. The event provides toys for children ages 2-14. Registration to receive toys runs through Nov. 15.

Auburn Public Safety is excited to announce the return of its annual drive-through donation event. Residents and local businesses are invited to help make the season brighter for families in need through the Auburn Toy Drive. Registration to receive toys runs through Nov. 15.

Downtown Huntsville is offering three holiday attractions this holiday season. The inaugural “Rockin’ Around the Rocket City” event includes a Tinsel Trail, Skating in the Park and the Rocket City Tree. All can be found in Big Spring Park. The attractions are a partnership with Downtown Huntsville, Inc. and the Huntsville Museum of Art.

The Montgomery Zoo's Christmas Lights Festival is taking place this month. Guests are invited to visit the park after hours to see thousands of dazzling lights and festive decorations. It runs every night until December 25th from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., and tickets can be purchased at the gates.

Thousands of children across Alabama will soon unwrap holiday cheer. This comes as the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve program Toys for Tots gears up for its annual nationwide toy distribution drives, including here in the Yellowhammer State.

The city of Northport invites locals and visitors to join for family fun during its third annual Holiday Open House. The event will be held Thursday, December 14 in and around Northport City Hall from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.

The annual transformation of Arab’s Historic Village into a winter wonderland continues through Saturday, December 23. The city’s Santa in the Village event takes place Fridays and Saturdays through the weekend before Christmas, weather permitting.

In this week’s Keepin' it Real commentary, Cam Marston tells us how Christmas lights epitomize suffering for the sake of love and how he wishes all…