The Christmas spirit was alive and well Saturday, Dec. 5 as a Down Home Christmas took place in the Village of Bethel. It began with a sell-out crowd for a breakfast with Santa at Bethel Tate High School.

According to organizer, Judi Adams, it was the best ever Bethel Down Home Christmas.

“What fun! We had the longest parade ever, the largest turnout ever for the Kids Fest and the most generous business donations for a grand prize valued at $1,800,” said Adams.