WAITSBURG-The town seemed unusually quiet this fall, and community members began to question whether or not annual holiday festivities would be happening.

Local residents began approaching The Times wondering about holiday favorites, including Hometown Christmas and the Lighted Parade. The events are usually hosted by the Waitsburg Commercial Club, which has been inactive since new leadership took over in April, 2020.

The Times reached out to the tried and true volunteers in the community, who have since stepped up and spearheaded holiday happenings.

Waitsburg resident, Cindy Daves has organized a community-wide Christmas Light Contest, which has brought a little extra sparkle to town. Judging will occur on December 7.

Joy Smith, former Commercial Club president, has been busy planning a small parade, happening on December 18. Parade registrations are available at The Times office, and by emailing Smith at waitsburgcc@icloud.com.