Good morning, Longview.

Local organization Neighbors in Need will fund the Longview food bank to help cover rising food costs—staff report that St. Vincent de Paul’s food budget has increased by $130,000 over the past five years.

Longview's Broadway Gallery will host a painter and gourd artist this Thursday — the event will offer live music and refreshments to visitors.

Downtowners Holiday Arts Market

11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. — The Roxy Theater — Free entry — Discover unique holiday gifts from local artists before the annual Cowlitz PUD Holiday Parade.

Handcrafted Holiday Bazaar

9 AM – 3 PM — McClelland Arts Center — Free entry — Explore a variety of local handmade crafts and gifts just in time for the holidays.

O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy

7:30 PM — Columbia Theatre Association for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a whimsical holiday comedy filled with British humor and heart.

Ballet Victoria - The Nutcracker

7:30-9 p.m. — Columbia Theatre Association for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical journey of Clara in this enchanting ballet performance of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker.

Breakfast with Santa

8:30 or 10:45 a.m. — Grant's @ the Monticello Hotel — $9 per person — Enjoy a festive morning with Santa while indulging in a delightful breakfast.

Holiday Film: Arthur Christmas

2:00 – 3:45 PM — Columbia Theatre Association for the Performing Arts — $5.00 — Celebrate the holidays with a heartwarming animated film about Santa's clumsy son on a mission.