Dec. 11 and 18. Bible Study Group

Parkesburg Mennonite Church

44 E. Second Ave., Parkesburg, 10 a.m. The Bible study will focus on Ephesians. The topic on Dec. 11 will be "Family Relationships." The topic on Dec. 19 will be "The Armor of God." Coffee and pastries will be provided.

Dec. 11. Kacie's Cause Support Group

Parkesburg Baptist Church

103 West St., Parkesburg, 7 to 8 p.m.

http://www.facebook.com/KaciesCauseParkesburg

Dec. 12. Narcotics Anonymous

IMPACT Church

101 E. First Ave., Parkesburg, 5 p.m.

Dec. 14. Gingerbread House Contest

Parkesburg Free Library

105 West St., Parkesburg. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The contest will be judged in two age groups: 6 to 11 and 12 to 17. After the houses are built, they will be displayed at the library for voting. A first-place prize will be awarded in each age group. The library will provide the base and icing; participants should bring candy to share for decorating. Registration is required at http://www.parkesburglibrary.org.

Dec. 14 and 15. Ten Thousand Villages Gift Shop

Oxford Presbyterian Church,

6 Pine St., Oxford, 10 a.m. to noon. Items offered for sale will include handmade jewelry, seasonal decorations, ornaments and pottery. Local author

http://www.facebook.com/OxfordPresbyterian

Dec. 15. Church Service, Free Meal

New Beginnings Church of the Cross

1 Penn Ave, Christiana. Sunday morning worship will take place at 10 a.m., followed by a free smorgasbord-style meal.

http://www.facebook.com/NewBeginningsCross

Dec. 24. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Upper Octorara Presbyterian Church

1121 Octorara Trail, Parkesburg, 7 p.m. Offered will be Scripture readings and carols. All are welcome.

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