The Pleasant Valley Choral Society will present its annual Christmas concert "Sounds of the Season" at 7 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at the Pleasant Valley High School auditorium in Brodheadsville.

Portions of the ticket sales will be donated to Valor, a local charity focused on veterans' issues. To find out more about Valor, visit

www.valorclinic.org.The choral society is celebrating its 32nd year of providing music to Monroe County communities. Over the years it has received acclaim for its unique blend of musical standards from generations past and songs of the present. Members are from Monroe, Carbon and Northampton counties. The chorus includes music lovers ranging from high school students to grandparents. Its mission is to bring culture and entertainment to the community through diverse musical performances.Since its beginning, the chorus has been under the direction of Pocono native Dorothy Mohr, who holds a master's degree in music from West Chester University.The program's musical numbers vary from year to year, but the Christmas concerts remain steeped in tradition. The concert begins with a candlelight processional followed by sacred music performed in a churchlike setting. The party atmosphere of the second half includes holiday standards, a sing-along, a guest appearance by Koko the chorus mascot, and an occasional surprise visitor.Mohr finds unique arrangements that give old favorites a fresh appeal.A traditional reception with cookies and punch follows the concert.The suggested donation is $8 for adults, children under 12 get in free. Tickets can be purchased at the door. For more information call 570-402-2026.