Ucross To Host 12th Annual Community Christmas Celebration on Dec. 14

On October 29, Ucross, the renowned artist residency program, announced its 12th annual Community Christmas Celebration, taking place on Saturday, Dec. 14, at the Raymond Plank Center. The festivities, starting promptly at 4 p.m., are open to the public, and complimentary tickets are available at ucross.org.

Bestselling author and longtime Ucross neighbor Craig Johnson will offer a special fireplace reading of his latest Christmas-themed short story. The evening’s entertainment will also feature a performance by Sheridan locals Dave and Julie Huebner, members of the band The Two Tracks, as well as caroling by the Buffalo High School Balladiers. Refreshments will be served throughout the evening, and children can enjoy holiday crafts upstairs.

The celebration will conclude with cannon fire by Ucross neighbor Joe Reed, followed by a fireworks display orchestrated by Bruce Burns. This year’s cannon will honor Kel Harris, Ucross’ cherished Horticulture Manager, who passed away earlier this year. The Park at Ucross will be illuminated with thousands of twinkling Christmas lights, strung by Powder River Energy Corporation and Ucross staff, adding to the festive atmosphere.

“The Christmas celebration is one of our longest-standing traditions and a meaningful way for us to share in the holiday spirit with the community,” said Ucross President William Belcher. “It’s a time to gather and celebrate the season in the beautiful setting of Ucross with artists, families and community members.”

In the spirit of giving, attendees are encouraged to bring canned goods and nonperishable food items, which Ucross will donate to local food pantries in Sheridan, Buffalo and Clearmont.

The Raymond Plank Center, named in honor of Ucross’ founder, is located at the junction of Highways 14 and 16 East. Carpooling is highly encouraged. For more details and to reserve your free tickets, visit ucross.org.

For more information contact Rani Robison, Ucross Communications Manager

rrobison@ucross.org | cell: 801.505.8572