I've been getting inquiries about Olde Fashioned Christmas. When is it? What's planned?

Well, here you go.

Check in for the Rudolph Fun Run at 6 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6, followed by the Christmas tree lighting at 7 p.m., and then Santa's arrival on Grand Avenue. Get your best cookie recipes out because there will be an old-time cookie contest sponsored by the Mancos Valley Arts Council at the Columbine Bar, where you can also get a free cocoa and cookies. A free movie for kids - The Grinch Who Stole Christmas - will be at the Community Center on Grand Avenue at 7:30 p.m. Visit gallery receptions and shops open for extended hours then head to the Columbine for live music and dancing with We-4

Check out the Cowboy Christmas on the Trail and Western Gear Show at the corner of Main and Grand in Mancos. Stop by for a cup of cowboy coffee, and if you're lucky there will be some warm Dutch oven biscuits. Look for the authentic chuckwagon to roll in and set up about 4 p.m. You will have the chance to check out how cowboy hats are made or how about seeing skilled metal forging, silversmithing and leather craft. Art, history and heritage converge to create a unique holiday season event. Come discover Mancos, "Where the West Still Lives!"

You definitely won't want to miss the annual Mancos Valley Chorus Christmas performances. Their first performance will be at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8 at the United Methodist Church on the corner of Oak and Grand. This free event has limited seating.

This is your last week to submit your nomination for Citizen of the Year. All nominations must be postmarked or at the Visitor Center by Monday, Dec. 2. The Visitor Center is also having its annual sale on books, maps and gift items. The center will be open on Saturday, Dec. 7 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. to accommodate holiday shoppers who can't stop by during our regular weekday hours of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.