Thursday, December 12

Cookies & Cocoa with Santa – The Hamilton Township Volunteer Fire Department will host Cookies & Cocoa with Santa from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. December 12, at the department, 6843 North County Road 400E, Seymour. The event will include a visit with Santa, cookies & hot cocoa, a visit by The Grinch, and special treat making for reindeer.

Holiday Centerpiece Class – Schneider Nursery will host a holiday centerpiece class at 6 p.m. December 12, at the nursery, 3066 U.S. 50, Seymour.  The class includes a mix of greens, container, pine cones, berries and a fresh amaryllis bloom to connect to the nursery’s “Christmas in Paradise” theme. Additional décor will be available for purchase. Click here to register.

Friday, December 13

Festival of Trees – The Jackson County History Center’s Festival of Trees will be on display from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. December 13, at the center, 105 North Sugar Street, Brownstown.

Book signing – Scott Davis, author of The Adventures of Bob the Bat, will host a booking signing from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. December 13, at the Jackson County Visitor Center, 100 North Broadway Street, Seymour. Book’s are $20 with $5 from each sale going to the Jackson County Sertoma Christmas Miracle Toy Drive. There will be hot chocolate and snacks served.

Live music at The Eagles – Fred & Steve will play at 7:30 p.m. December 13, at The Fraternal Order of the Eagles, 112 East Second Street, Seymour.

Saturday, December 14

Freeman Army Airfield Museum – The Freeman Army Airfield Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. December 14. Appointments can be scheduled through the week by calling 812-271-1821.

Festival of Trees – The Jackson County History Center’s Festival of Trees will be on display from noon to 8 p.m. December 14, at the center, 105 North Sugar Street, Brownstown.

Christmas on Chestnut – Seymour Main Street will host its second Christmas on Chestnut with activities for children from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. December 14, at various locations in downtown Seymour.

Dog Photos with Santa – Dog Training with Monica will host Dog Photos with Santa from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. December 14, at the facility, 357 Tanger Blvd, Suite 204, Seymour. It’s $10 to participate and $5 per additional dog in each photo.

Christmas in the Campground – Starve Hollow State Recreation Area will host its annual Christmas in the Campground December 14, at the Vallonia property. The theme is Old Fashioned Christmas and will include campers decorated for the holiday. The public may drive through the area to view a light show, decorated campers, and take part in other activities. There will be crafts in the Forest Education Center for $5 each craft. Santa will be available for pictures, and homemade ornaments will be for sale. A donation of $5 is suggested to enter the park. Info: 812-358-3581, ask for Sierra.

Night in Bethlehem – Trinity United Methodist Church will host a Night in Bethlehem at 4 p.m. December 14, at the church 333 South Chestnut Street, Seymour. The two-hour adventure explores the city of Bethlehem with booths, hands on experiences, and crafts. Information: 812-523-3072.

Seymour Christian Church Kids Christmas Festival – Seymour Christian Church will host its Kids Christmas Festival from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. December 14, at the church, 915 Kasting Road, Seymour. The event will include pictures with Santa, craft, letters to Santa, Story Time with Buddy the Elf, cookie decorating, wagon rides, and a free gift for the first 200 children. The event is free to attend.

Live music at Jackson Live – Mike Fryman will perform at 7 p.m. December 14, at Jackson Live & Event Center, 981 C Avenue East, Seymour.  https://www.jacksonliveandevents.com/

Sunday, December 15

Festival of Trees – The Jackson County History Center’s Festival of Trees will be on display from noon to 6 p.m. December 15, at the center, 105 North Sugar Street, Brownstown.

Monday, December 16

Santa – Santa Claus will stop by Poplar Street Restaurant from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. December 16, at the restaurant, 513 South Poplar Street, Seymour. He will be set up in the family room.

Wednesday, December 18

Bourbon Tasting – Vick’s Liquor Store will host a Neely Family Distillery tasting from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. December 18, at the store, 400 East Tipton Street, Seymour. There will be special bottles available for purchase and Master Distiller Royce Neely will be available to discuss the brand and sign bottles.