The city of Umatilla is hosting the annual Christmas Tree Lighting, along with the Umatilla Library Winter Wonderland Carnival, this Thursday, Dec. 5 at Village Square Park, 700 Sixth St.
The carnival starts at 4 p.m. There will be food vendors, songs from the school choir, and, of course, Santa. The tree lighting will be at 6 p.m.
Carnival proceeds go toward the purchase of a library vehicle. For more information, call city hall at 541-922-3226.