Were you in downtown Ada on Monday evening? It was a very "merry' night in Ada. Carolers add to the merriment on Main Street . Here, a group sings favorite carols on a pleasant December evening which saw many people in and out of stores from one end of the business district to another. You can view more Merry on Main photos by clicking here. (Monty Siekerman photo)
Twenty businesses competed in an Ada Area Chamber of Commerce holiday window decorating contest this year. The public voted on the best display during Merry on Main on Monday. Here's Quest Credit Union's window, which reveals a Main Street Ada reflection. (Monty Siekerman photo)
By Monty Siekerman
Cash Alger, 4, son of Nick and Jennifer Alger, had his wishlist ready for Santa as did many other children when the Ada Public Library hosted Ole St. Nick at Merry on Main on Monday.
By the time the Jolly Old Man took his seat, the line of children and parents reached from the front door to the back wall of the library. Santa did a lot of listening that evening. Over 200 youth visited the library.
Merry on Main, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, drew a large crowd downtown on a pleasant December evening with people viewing the window displays, hearing carolers, enjoying treats, and shopping.
Salvation Army volunteer Brian Humphreys plays the euphonium during Merry on Main on Monday evening. When not playing Christmas carols, Brian can be found at Heterick where he is advanced Library assistant.
Watch for more Merry on Main photos later today on The Icon. (Monty Siekerman photo)
Residents who stopped at the Ada Public Library on Monday's Merry on Main celebration met Dancer and Prancer.
The other six reindeer and hero Rudolph stayed at the North Pole to be sure all was in readiness for the 25th.
Here, PJ Hull, herself dressed in Christmas finery, pets Dancer. The reindeer arrived from Larue, Ohio, where 11 reindeer now reside.
The reindeer, known for their big antlers and ability to fly over rooftops, make about 50 appearances between Thanksgiving and Christmas, thrilling children and adults alike.
Twenty businesses competed in an Ada Area Chamber of Commerce holiday window decorating contest this year. The public voted on the best display during Merry on Main on Monday. Here's a portion of the Quest Credit Union's window, which reveals a Main Street Ada reflection. (Monty Siekerman photo)
