SEMMES TOUR OF HOMES & SHOP HOP

The Semmes Christmas Tour of Homes & Shop Hop, a 16-year holiday tradition, will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 1 to 6 p.m., starting at City Hall. Guests will receive a wristband and printed tour guide from 1 to 2 p.m. The self-guided tour lists homes and shop hops in a suggested route, but guests are free to visit the beautifully decorated homes, retail shops, businesses, city park and landmark sites at their leisure.

Each participating shop will offer a door prize drawing plus a variety of giveaways, discounts, contests and more. Local restaurants, caterers and specialty shops partner with the featured shops to provide Christmas tastings on site. Proceeds go toward ongoing Semmes Woman’s Club projects.

Tickets are $10 in advance at Meggie B's, Gone Country, Semmes Senior Center, Second Impression, The Refined Farmhouse and online at Eventbrite.com. On the day of the event, tickets are $15 at City Hall. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/events/1416842162748599.