2009.11.25
Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host Gingerbread Festival
The Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce Foundation (a 501(c) 3 organization) and the City of Salem will host the Gingerbread Festival Saturday, December 5th at Longwood Park in Salem. The event will be held from 11:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Arts and craft vendors will be on hand, along with a variety of food vendors and live entertainment on stage. There will be an arts and craft activity for children to participate in. A nice cozy fire for marshmallow roasting will keep everyone warm. Gingerbread houses will be on display inside the carriage house during the event and festival goers are encouraged to vote for their favorites, which will determine the Best in Show winner. The houses on display will also be on silent auction, which will determine category winners, and will be awarded to the highest bidders.
On Main Street, visitors will be able to enjoy the numerous stores holding open houses, Model T car rides, carriage rides, and roasted chestnuts. At the Salem Public Library, kids will be able to write their letters to Santa, listen to stories being told by Mrs. Claus as well as participate in crafts.
For more information visit www.s-rcchamber.org or call 540-387-0267
Submitted by Bryan Haley
