Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic School, Third and Coal streets, Lehighton, is hosting its annual Christmas Festival and Holiday Gift Shop this weekend. On Saturday, Dec. 4; and Sunday, Dec. 5 the school will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1

p.m.There will be a guest appearance by Frosty the Snowman.More than 30 local businesses will be offering items for all your holiday needs. There will be clothing, food, gifts, decorations, fitness items and toys.The One Stop Holiday Gift Show will be held at the Lehighton Borough Annex building, 110 N. Third St., Lehighton, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Listen to the holiday music or take a ride on the trolley. There will be a children's story time and crafts, raffles, homemade food and baked goods, door prizes and a cookie baking contest. Children will also be invited to see Santa's Workshop.For more information, visit

www.ssppschool.org or call (610) 377-4466.Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be presenting a snack and storytime event at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3, at the school hall. The event includes a story hour presented by the Claus's, with cookies and milk for everyone. Each child receives a gift. For information, call Cindy at (610) 554-3535.