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Cool Way to Celebrate Cool Days in Highlands County

Christmas trees tomorrow, Poul-tree today! Thanksgiving is a family favorite because it’s all about counting your blessings, not your carbs! December welcomes several holidays; all celebrating the gift of giving, friends and family! We have a few fun ways for you to experience the holiday weather this year! Sweater weather is better weather! A stroll through downtown Sebring’s famous Circle, this time of year, is nothing short of magical! 2019 is the 33rd year of families joining together for The Carousel of Lights! Young and older alike can spy brightly-lit alligator silhouettes, popping-pink flamingos, traditionally tasty candy-canes, and more! Every…

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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December 2019

Carousel of Lights

December 16 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Sebring Downtown Historic District

(Nov. 30-Dec. 27) Join us for the Annual Downtown Sebring Carousel of Lights as historic Circle Park illuminates again with an amazing display of festive holiday lights displayed each night from 6-9 PM. In addition to the lights, this 4-week long event will feature Santa Claus every night, a singing puppet show, kids games and miniature golf. Free to attend; small fee for activities.

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Tot Time Tuesdays!

December 17 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

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The Children’s Museum of the Highlands, 219 N Ridgewood Dr
Sebring, FL 33870

Calling all toddlers! Join us for a story, craft and learning fun designed to teach our little ones the fun in reading, promote learning through weekly themes and engage in social interaction with other toddlers. We are getting our toddlers ready for Pre-K with a Museum twist. Tot Time lasts approx. 30-45 minutes and is included with your daily admission/membership.

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Women’s Empowerment Group

December 17 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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Sebring Public Library, 319 W Center Ave
Sebring, FL 33870

Join Peace River Center Victim Services for their Women’s Empowerment Group. Discussion topics will include self-care, self-worth, healthy relationships and much more. Females 18 years and older are welcome. Every third Tuesday* of the month from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Dates: 8/16*, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17 For questions or more information, please contact Melissa Irving, mirving@PeaceRiverCenter.org or 863 413.2708.

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