Christmas Potluck and Party returns to Ralston

RALSTON — The Christmas Potluck and Party returns this year at Ralston Grange No. 943 on Dec. 5, after a one-year hiatus.

The event begins at 5 p.m. at the grange hall on State Route 261 and is open to everyone, grange spokesman Randy Roth said.

“(It) has been a way for families to kick-off the holiday season for 90 years,” he added.

People attending the event should bring a potluck dish or two to share, he said.

The grange provides beverages, rolls and table service.

In addition to the potluck, the party features entertainment provided by the people attending, he said.

There is music, dancing, instrumental numbers, children’s recitations and more.

“Or anything else children, adults or families would like to perform,” he said.

Santa Claus is expected to make a pre-Christmas stop to visit with children and provide early presents.

“Parents are asked to help him out by providing one small, wrapped gift for each of their children for Santa to give them that evening,” Roth said. “All children will go home with a candy bag filled with special treats.”

There are prizes given throughout the evening.

“Anyone wanting to donate a door prize can bring it with them,” Roth said.

Roth said anyone with questions about the party can call him at 509-659-0893 or contact him via email at ralstongrange@outlook.com.