County roundup: Holiday events to brighten up the season

November 24, 2025 - Roger Gordon ,

Rootstown

Rootstown’s annual “Light It Up” event will take place at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6 by Town Hall at 3988 State Route 44 and the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ at 4022 State Route 44, right in the center of town.

“The whole center of town will be lit up,” township Chair Dave McIntyre said.

Besides Santa Claus making an appearance, there will be games, face painting, hot dogs and hot cider.

Paris

“Breakfast with Boogey,” Paris’ annual Christmas breakfast, will be from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6 at the township fire department at 9355 Newton Falls Rd. On the menu will be pancakes, sausage, coffee and orange juice. Ticket prices are $10 for adults and $8 for children.

Roger Gordon

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