Get in the holiday spirit with Christmas in July

If you need a little holiday cheer during the hot Alabama summer, Oak Mountain State Park will host Christmas in July. 

For the past several years, park naturalist Emily Cook has led the event, which takes place in the campground area of the park. The workshop is open to anyone, and Cook will help the attendees get into the Christmas spirit early.

“This is a fun thing to do, making something to have on your tree while Santa’s on vacation in July,” Cook said.

In the outdoor setting, attendees can collect items like leaves, sticks and pinecones from their surroundings to make ornaments and other Christmas crafts. 

“I have some little kids that are self-adhesive that can make cute and fun stuff, like wreaths and ornaments. I’ve got some winter bird ornaments that are really cute too,” Cook said. 

The event will be held on Saturday, July 25 at 10 a.m. and will be held in the B-Side Pavilion. It’s free to participate after paid park admission. Donations will be accepted to offset the materials cost. 

For more information, call 620-2520.