Coplay Community Days is hosting its second annual old-fashioned Christmas event Dec. 18 at the community plaza, North Second and Chestnut streets.

Santa will be there for pictures 3-4 p.m.; Sue Rabenold and Michael Scherer will be singing your favorite Christmas songs 4-7 p.m.; and the clock dedication will take place 5 p.m.

There will be hot chocolate, baked goods, chicken noodle soup, pulled pork/chicken and macaroni and cheese provided by Samuel Owens Restaurant and Bar. Chef Dan will be making barbecue, complements of Commitment to Family and Community.

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Commitment to Family and Community, 165 Cherry St., will be hosting a visit with Santa 9 a.m. Dec. 18. Tickets include scrambled eggs, sausage and toast or pancakes and sausage with coffee, orange juice, tea or hot chocolate.

Call Sue at 610-248-4110 for reservations.

CFC is also holding an all-you-can-eat breakfast 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Dec. 19.

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The borough office and public works department is set to be closed Dec. 24 and Dec. 27 for the holiday season.

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Coplay Saengerbund, 205 S. Fifth St., is holding a Silvester Feier New Year’s Eve celebration 3-7 p.m. Dec. 31. Emil Schanta will entertain 4-7 p.m. There is a cost, which includes dinner, beer and refreshments.

Reservations are required as seats are limited. Email mschanta@netzero.net to make reservations.

On Jan. 4, 2022, Uncle Smiley Duo will perform 7-10 p.m.

Also, the Sunday polkas continue inside as the weather gets colder.

Call 610-262-9937 for details on any of the above events.

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Coplay Food Bank is open 8:30-10 a.m. the second Tuesday of every month. The food bank is located in the lower level of the municipal building, 98 S. Fourth St.

If unable to attend the Tuesday-morning time frame, call Jodi at 610-262-0928 to make other arrangements.

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Coplay Athletic Club is under new management and is seeking new and renewal members.

A gym membership costs $90 per year and $80 for renewals.

Email coplayac@gmail.com for membership information.

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