Columbia County officials promoted a series of holiday events for residents, headlined by a Dec. 4 celebration at the Evanstown Center Park and Market Pavilion that will feature pictures with Santa and the Grinch, a Grinch parade, movies on a big screen and a Christmas tree relighting at 6 p.m. The county said the event runs from 4 to 9 p.m.

Organizers also announced a vendor village market running 12 consecutive nights starting Dec. 5, with activities and school performances each evening from 6 to 9 p.m. The county said more than 75 local vendors will participate over the 12-day period and that vendors and activities will vary by night. The announcement included a note that five igloos will be available for food and drinks. Event organizers directed attendees to the county’s Christmas website for schedules and updates.

The county framed the series as family-friendly holiday entertainment and local shopping opportunities. No formal actions, votes, or policy decisions were part of the announcement.