Festival of Wreaths at Polk History Center Nov. 7 through Dec. 12

The Polk County History Center kicks off its annual Festival of Wreaths from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 with music and a visit from Santa and his elf, who will pose for selfies with attendees.

The wreaths will be on display and up for silent auction until Dec. 12 during regular 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. hours of the history center, located at 100 E. Main St. in Bartow. Various businesses and organizations decorate and donate the wreaths.

Opening night will include a performance from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. by the Frostproof Middle-Senior chorus. For more information, visit the website at http://www.polkhistorycenter.org or call 863-534-4386.