A world premiere took place in Orchard, Dec. 17, when the 402 Theater Group presented "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus."

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Dilemma • (l-r): Jane confides in friend, Mandie, that she saw her mom kiss Santa Claus underneath mistletoe in their home. Raeley Meyer and Jersey Grey played the characters in the Dec. 17 performance of "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" at the Orchard Community Center.

The 10-minute holiday play, inspired by the Christmas song, opened Dec. 17 at the Orchard Community Center. The script was penned by Orchard resident Don Lallier.

Cast members included Jersey Grey, Jillian Henn, Raeley Meyer and Gunnar Shabram.

Lynae Stelling provided musical accompaniment and Derek Henn assisted backstage.

Following the production, Santa Claus paid a visit to the community center, listening to wish lists of area youths.

The Orchard Historical Society, Bank of Orchard and Lazy T Tire & Implement sponsored the event.

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