courtesy of Chesterfield County

The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia, in partnership with the Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation, will present a series of holiday programs at Magnolia Grange, 10020 Iron Bridge Road.

Magnolia Grange will host its annual Christmas Open House, Saturday, Dec. 6, 1-4 p.m. This event is free and the public is invited to enjoy refreshments as they view the festive holiday decorations and have a chance to visit with Santa Claus. The gift shop will be open, and will offer an “Elf Shop” where children will be able to purchase small gift items.

The Christmas Tea will be served on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person and reservations are required. Call (804) 796-1479 to make a reservation or for more information.

For more information on any of the Christmas programs, visit chesterfieldhistory.com.

From Nov. 28-Dec. 10, Magnolia Grange will serve as a drop-off site for donations to the 2008 Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Christmas Mother Drive. Donations of new toys, new clothing, books and non-perishable foods will be accepted. For more information about the Christmas Mother program, call (804) 748-1183.