Gingerbread house class

Lisbon Public Library will be holding a gingerbread house class Saturday, Dec. 14, beginning at 10 a.m. Register for the class by clicking on the event at Lisbon Public Library’s event page. Space is limited in the class.

Attendees will learn how to make their own gingerbread house from scratch. Attendees will make their own dough and frosting from provided ingredients. The instructors will teach you some tricks to cut out the house, and attendees can then take the dough home to roll out and bake or bring a cookie sheet and bake the house at Southeast Linn Community Center.

The program is ideal for adults or older children accompanied by an adult.

Any questions, contact library director Elizabeth Hoover de Galvez at 319-455-2800 or [email protected]

Lisbon caroling by candlelight

Carolers are invited to participate in caroling by candlelight at Lisbon’s Christmas Night activities Friday, Dec. 20, following the parade. Attendees will sing a few Christmas carols to those waiting to see Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Event is slated to begin at 6:30 p.m. (or after the parade has concluded).

Contact library director Elizabeth Hoover de Galvez at 319-455-2800 or [email protected] for more information.

American Legion Army-Navy watch party

On Saturday Dec. 14, the Hahn-Howard American Legion Post 480 will host a Legion/Veteran get-together at Big’s BBQ to watch the annual Army-Navy game. A tray of assorted snacks will be provided and post members’ first drink is on the Post.The event will commence at 1 p.m. and will conclude at the end of the game.

Christmas truce of 1914 presentation

On Thursday, Dec. 19, Hahn-Howard American Legion Post 480 will host an informative talk at the Lester Buresh Community Center about the Christmas Truce of 1914, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Mike Woods will present a short talk about the unprecedented event, followed by Q&A.

Traditional Christmas treats and beverages will be available.