A Children's' Christmas Mass and party was held on Saturday, December 5 by SS Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church in Tamaqua. Following the service, approximately 30 children from the parish were treated to a pizza party with treats, crafts and a special appearance by Santa Claus. All children of the parish are invited to participate in the Children's Service and Party which is held annually on the first Saturday of December. Pictured are: Row 1 (L to R) Amanda Wunderlich, Bryn Steven Richardson, Ava Strauss, Christina Modesto, Steven Modesto, Maura Walker, McKenna Carroll, Gretchen Pucklavage. Row 2 (L to R) Elijah Alana Troxell, Jaclyn Ohl, Angelina Castagna, Emily Amershak, Ethan Amershak, Nathan Filloy, Meghan McArdle, Fr. Bill Linchorst. Row 3 (L to R): Tianna Pucklavage. Andrew Castagna. Zachary Filloy, Kaylee Ceci, Kailee Carroll, Angela Ceci, Skye Koshuta, Megan Toth Maizy Troxell.