Big evening ahead at parish hall
Father Christmas is coming to Arbory this evening.
In keeping with the rural community, his sleigh will be pulled by a tractor while the reindeer prepare for the big night later this month.
Santa will arrive outside the Parish Hall in Ballabeg at 6pm with Arbory School, Scouts and Brownies in concert at 7pm.
The Christmas tree lights will also be tuned on.
Rushen Silver Band will be playing Christmas carols from 8pm with mince pies and drinks also available.
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