Because of rainy weather, the Pine Prairie and Mamou Christmas parades were cancelled this past weekend. However, that did not stop residents in Mamou from enjoying holiday fun as the recreational center was turned into a Winter wonderland with train rides, a Christmas movie, and a visit from Santa Claus. Pictured on the left is Santa as he puts a young Mamou resident on his lap. Christmas events in the parish will continue over the next several days. Pine Prairie rescheduled its parade for Saturday, December 14, at 4 p.m. Santa will be at the gazebo following the parade. The Christmas in the Country Trail Ride will also take place on December 14, in Mamou. Gates will open at 8 a.m., and all ages are welcome. Lineup is at 2009 Old Hwy. 13, and the ride leaves at 1 p.m. Ride at your own risk. Side by sides, horses, wagons, and ATVs are allowed on the ride. The Christmas events will continue with the Ville Platte Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 15, at 5:30 p.m. The day will begin with Cookies and Milk with Santa and Mrs. Claus from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at city hall. The Turkey Creek Christmas Parade was rescheduled for Saturday, December 21, at 11 a.m. Lineup is at 10 a.m. The parade will go down Main Street and end at Drouet Park. There will also be a petting zoo and food booths. (Gazette photo by Tony Marks)
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