Downtown New Albany's "Holiday Homecoming" is tomorrow (Friday, November 25).

Here's the DNA announcment in its entirety. It sounds like fun, but it's also one of the busiest work days of the year for the Curmudgeon ...

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Holiday Homecoming is Friday, November 25

What has been known as Light Up New Albany has a new look, a new location and a new name this year. The official kick-off of the holiday season will be held in the heart of downtown New Albany on Friday, Nov. 25 and will feature a craft bazaar, food, entertainment and much more, culminating with the arrival of Santa Claus at 5:30.

Revelers attending the “Holiday Homecoming” are encouraged to enjoy the day and bring a canned good or non-perishable item for Interfaith Community Council’s food pantry.

The event is the product of several sponsors, including Develop New Albany, the City of New Albany, the New Albany Historic Business District Association, the East Spring Neighborhood Association and J.O. Endris and Son Jewelers.

Everything takes place on Pearl Street between Market and Main, which will be closed for the day. A craft and merchant bazaar featuring florals, wreaths, homemade sweets and cheese spreads and much more will be held in the White House Center from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The New Albany-Floyd County Animal Shelter will be conducting dog and cat adoptions between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. at 221 Pearl St.

Entertainment begins with the Silvertoners at 2:15 p.m., followed by Kentuckiana Martial Arts Tae Kwon Do and Karate demonstrations at 3 p.m., Invitation to Dance at 3:45, and the Becky Seiler Dancers at 4:30.
Santa Claus arrives via New Albany Fire Engine at 5:30 p.m.

Beginning at 3 p.m., children will be able to register for a toy give-away and adults have the opportunity to win door prizes. City of New Albany employees will be serving chili and sandwiches and the Salvation Army canteen will be on hand with hot chocolate and coffee.

Those celebrating are also invited to visit downtown merchants, who will be open throughout the day. Explore the downtown’s antique, furniture, jewelry and specialty shops.

For more information call Develop New Albany at 941-0018.