It was a Winter Wonderland in Everly

There may not have been any real snow, but the Friends of the Everly Public Library were still able to host a beautiful holiday event Dec. 3 at the Hap Ketelsen Community Center.

Christmas carols greeted visitors as they entered the building and took in the magnificence of the annual Festival of Trees display. The Hap's halls were decked to max with holiday spirit and a variety of unique selections to admire. A delicious free-will dinner was served, and crafts and activities were available to occupy the children as they mustered the courage to visit the guests of honor, Santa and Mrs. Claus. The duo came all the way from the North Pole to hear Christmas wish lists and give each child a wrapped gift to take home.