Just in time for last minute Christmas shopping.  The Design Nook in Vincennes is now selling Vincennes memorabilia including a square platter and a Christmas ornament.  The 10 inch platter features 13 items that represent Vincennes, Indiana’s first city, the ornament features 6 items.   The art work is an abstract version of the real images.  Store owner Susan Schutz plans to add more pieces to the Vincennes collections in upcoming year.  To purchase this fabulous Vincennes keepsake for yourself or as a gift visit the Design Nook at 421 North 7th Street.

Beautifully restored, The Old State Bank is open for tours by appointment and available to rent for receptions and other gatherings.  This picture is from the recent Victorian Christmas event hosted by the Vincennes State Historic Sites.   For more information on this fine venue, contact the Vincennes State Historic Sites at 812/882-7422.

Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way!  The Christmas lights are sparkling at Wabash Trails Park again this year with its annual community light display.  Gregg Park is hosting its traditional lamp pole decorating contest; vote for your favorite lamp pole!   New this year, Van Go is presenting “Christmas Lights Tours”.  Five nights in December, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th and 21st, Van Go will be running from 6:00 – 8:00pm.  Call 812/886-3381 to reserve a van for your group for $50.00.    Ho!  Ho!  Ho!

Begin your Christmas shopping at the Riverfront Pavilion this year.  The Holiday Market is held on Saturdays through December 19 at 9:00am – 2:00pm (weather permitting).  The market features fresh cut Chrismas trees, wreaths, rum cakes and other Christmas items.  For more information, please contact Shirley Rose @ 812/882-5162 or Elizabeth McNeece @ 812/886-5812