Jefferson Christmas in the Village offers several raffle opportunities

Jefferson - The Jefferson Arts Committee is pleased to be offering several raffle opportunities during its second annual Christmas in the Village event on Saturday, Dec. 2. Tickets for all raffles will be available at several of the event’s venues from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. except where noted - Jefferson Township Fire Company No. 1, Camp Jefferson, the Jefferson Township Museum, American Legion Post #423, the Jefferson Township Public Library, the Jefferson Township Senior Citizens Center, and, only during their breakfast, The Milton First Aid Squad building. To be raffled will be the Victorian inspired six-foot pre-lit Christmas Tree that will be on display throughout the day at the Jefferson Township Museum. Also to be raffled will be a hand-carved wood Christmas Bear, created by Tim Booz, along with a children’s book. If you love trains, take a chance on winning the Christmas “Polar Express” model train set and DVD movie of the same name. Gig the Florist, a Route 15 South merchant and supporter of the JAC, has graciously donated a large gift basket that will be raffled. Last but not least, the JAC will be running a 50/50 raffle. All winners will be drawn following the township’s Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony that is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 2 at the Jefferson Township Gazebo located in the Municipal Complex at 1033 Weldon Road. For information, log on to www.jeffersontownship.net or www.jeffersonarts.org or call 973-697-8675, 973-697-8898 or 973-663-8404.