Mark your calendars for “Christmas Trends Through the Decades: A Journey of Decoration and Manufacturing”—a special program planned at the Wilmington Public Library, 268 N. South St., Wilmington, at 1 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 20.

The free event will be held in Kirk Room A, located in the lower level of the library, and is sponsored by the Friends of the Wilmington Public Library (FOL).

The featured presenter will be Christmas historian Connie Porcher, of Piqua, who has exhibited a lifelong passion for all things related to the Christmas holiday. Porcher owns celebrate365.com which is dedicated to the year-round collector of quality ornaments from around the world.

“Her expertise in history and museum studies promises an informative and delightful experience,” said FOL member Jennifer Sabin, who organized the event. “From Victorian England’s handmade ornaments to Germany’s glass baubles and the rise of mass-produced American decorations, the presentation will take you on a festive journey through time.”

Those attending may register for door prizes. After the presentation, a reception will be held where refreshments will be offered. There is no need to pre-register, but you can email Sabin at [email protected] or call her at (843) 812-0282 for more information.

The Friends of the Wilmington Public Library is a volunteer group that collects, stocks and rotates books that are available at the library for a monetary donation (but not for resale). The adult book room is located to the immediate left upon entering the main entrance of the library. Children and young adult books are available on a bookshelf across the room from the circulation desk.

The group welcomes new members who can assist with regular activities and special events and attend meetings at 2:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of every month in Kirk Room A.

The group also has a Facebook page and group president Jim Hayslip can be contacted at (937) 556-8204 if interested in becoming involved.