Twas ten days before Christmas and all through the town,

The people of Harmony marveled at the snow falling down.

A plump, happy Santa relaxed in his chair,

Ready for the wishes of children who soon would be there.

Some prepared for the Ice Frozen T-shirt Contest,

In hopes that their efforts would be crowned the best.

Adults and kids alike crafted expert snowballs,

While carolers sang out their holiday calls.

Some of the kids built a big gingerbread house,

While others decorated cookies, quiet as a mouse.

Neighbors sat together, listening to the Community School Choir,

Or raced up the spider mountain, seeing who could climb higher.

There was face painting, hot cocoa, and a candy cane hunt,

And even an ice cream eating competition up front.

If you want to experience all this and more with your family,

Join us December 15th for the 5th annual Winter Carnival at Harmony!

Although it’s been said many times many ways,

Come to the Winter Carnival to kick off your happy holidays!

We’re decking the halls for the 5th Annual Winter Carnival at Harmony! Leave the heat and humidity of Florida behind as you enter to find that Harmony has been transformed into a Winter Wonderland! This promises to be our best carnival yet with everything from face painting to over 15 tons of snow, a double snow slide, and even a snowflake crafting station!

Whether you’re battling your way through a snowball fight or visiting Santa for breakfast at 9am, you are sure to get into the holiday spirit after a fun filled day with family, friends, and neighbors.

The Winter Carnival is being held December 15th, 2012 at the Harmony Town Square from 10:00am to 2:00pm. If you have any questions regarding the Winter Carnival email the Harmony Festival Staff at activities@harmonyfl.com.

5th Annual Winter Carnival Event Timeline:

09:00am — Breakfast with Santa (to make reservations, contact Graze at 407-891-2630)

10:00am — Winter Carnival Opens10:15am — Harmony Community School Choir

10:45am — Ice Cream Eating Competition

11:15am — Gingerbread House Competition

12:00pm — Ice Frozen T-shirt Competition

12:30pm — Performance

1:00pm — Candy Cane Hunt

2:00pm — Winter Carnival Closes

And if you are a Harmony Resident, don’t forget about our annual Home Decorating Contest! This is an event you don’t want to miss! First place will be awarded $150 and a trophy, second place will win $100, and third place will win $50. All three will win bragging rights for the holiday season. Judging will take place on December 13th and 14th, so put out your holiday best today!

For more information, visit eventsatharmony.com.