The Hershey Symphony Orchestra (HSO) will ring in the season with its Holiday Spectacular on Saturday, Dec. 3, at 2 and 8 p.m. at the Hershey Theatre, 15 E. Caracas Ave. A local tradition, this holiday-themed concert will feature both classics and new arrangements, all under the direction of maestro Gregory Woodbridge.

Musical offerings will include well-known carols, Mannheim Steamroller's "Stille Nacht," Leroy Anderson's "Christmas Festival Overture" and "Sleigh Ride," "Chanukah Overture," and more. The choirs of the Palmyra Area Middle School and Hershey Middle School will join the orchestra for a selection of choral pieces, including "Somewhere in My Memory" from the movie "Home Alone." There will also be a cameo performance from abc27's Dennis Owens.

Concertgoers are invited to bring new, unwrapped toys to donate to Gemma's Angels, a local organization that helps families in need.

Reserved seat tickets are available at http://www.hersheysymphony.org, and a per-ticket processing fee applies. Advance tickets are highly recommended.