Amador County – A downtown Jackson “Christmas Delights” open house is planned for two nights of festivities this weekend, including appearances of Santa Claus, who will light the Firehouse Christmas tree on both Friday and Saturday (November 26th and 27th).
Patti Busch of the Jackson Business and Community Association said: “Our thanks go to Tom Blackman of Caldwell Banker, for talking Santa into clearing his calendar for both nights.”
On Friday Santa will greet children after the lighting at 41 North Main Street. On Saturday, Santa will ride the old fire engine down Main to Wells Fargo Bank where he will visit with children and have pictures taken by Eleanor Caputo and Reece Hunt of Studio 18 Photography.
Linda and Wolf Hein have made arrangements for Mrs. Claus to visit with and read to children Saturday after the lighting, at Hein & Company Bookstore, at 204 North Main.
Busch said: “It is a charming experience and a memory builder for everyone involved.” Wolf said the downtown shops all will be staying open until 9 p.m. both nights for shoppers.
“Gentle giants,” the Pyrenees Rescued Dogs will be at the Firehouse from 4-8 p.m. Friday. On Saturday, Doctor Brizendine’s dentist office crew provides cookies and hot beverages.
Bobbie Hopkins and the Lills will be “walking” the street Friday and Saturday, “bringing a bit of the Gold Rush to life as they go. And the “Old West Law Dawgs, Outlaws & Ladies” will be doing their Gold Rush era Old West shows. Charline Buckley also found a horse and carriage to give complimentary rides up and down Main.
Amador County Recreation Agency plans to bring its giant outdoor movie screen to south Main on Saturday, sponsored by Kam Merzlak, Kellee Davenport, Jackson Tire and The Celtic Knot.
Several storefronts will give warm downtime with entertainment. At 155 North Main several JBCA members from outlying areas will display their wares, and restaurants will be give out samples. Kate Haman and Jack Magee will be there to entertain with their friendly banter and lovely voices. Christmas trees at the location will feature decorations created by all three Jackson Elementary School kindergarten classes. Busch said: “It is precisely what the JBCA had in mind during its inception,” with the “community coming together to improve our city for everyone.”
The Geezers will play ragtime music at 35 Main Street. Argonaut High School Band will play music Friday, and City Manager Mike Daly said city crews will hang street decorations this week.
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