Christmas Creches on display at churches

A traditional holiday display usually has at least one Nativity scene, but this year, you will have the opportunity to view over 500 Nativity scenes from around the world at two different venues.

On Friday, Dec. 8, you can enjoy Nativity displays from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Hot Springs County Museum as part of the Second Friday ArtStroll.

There will be musical performances by members of the community and a live Nativity scene as well.

On Dec. 9 and 10, you can enjoy more than 500 Creches from around the world at the Federated Community Church from noon until 5 p.m. both days.

They will be all sizes and shapes on display as well as a variety of mediums like porcelain, wool, nails, paper, silver, bark and more. You can even vote for your favorite.

On Saturday the 9th you can even purchase homemade Christmas candies and cookies in the church basement.

On Sunday the 10th, the Chancel Choir will be presenting “The Perfect Gift” at the church at 8 a.m. and again at 10:30 a.m.