Recreation Time for Needle Crafters
– Nifty Needles Meets from 4:30-5:30 on Friday Afternoons at the Metropolis Public Library
December
Cookie Cutter Week: 1-7
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week is an annual event, typically held in early December, that focuses on helping older adults stay safe on the road by promoting safe driving skills, managing age-related changes, and exploring alternative transportation options. The 2024 week was held December 2–6. Key themes include understanding physical and cognitive changes, being proactive about health and vision, and planning for the future, according to the American Occupational Therapy Association and the Ohio Traffic Safety Office.
Monday, December 1, 2025
Rosa Parks Day
World AIDS Day, designated on 1 December every year since 1988, is an international day dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV infection and mourning those who have died of the disease.
Cyber Monday
Meteorlogical Winter
COPE Food Pantry Distribution
C.O.P.E. Food Pantry Distribution takes place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday in Metropolis at 1013 North Avenue from 9am until 3pm. Please bring your photo I.D. and proof of Massac County Residency.
– Brookport Distribution – 9A- 12P – Christian Church building that is directly behind the Harry Statham gymnasium . Every 3rd Thursday of the month 9A-12P – (618)524-3635
–Joppa Distribution – 10A-12P – Civic Center next to Joppa City Hall. Every 3rd Saturday a month. Please bring your photo I.D. and proof of Massac County residency. (618) 524-3635.
(618) 524-3635
6:30P – The Massac County Historical Society at Elijah P. Curtis Home meets the first Monday of each month at 405 Market St.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Giving Tuesday
12P – The Kiwanis Club of Metropolis meets every Tuesday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 520 Ferry Street in Metropolis
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
National Package Protection Day is on December 3, 2025, and is celebrated on the Wednesday after Thanksgiving to encourage consumers to protect their deliveries from theft during the holiday season. The day was founded in 2016 by Ring.com and National Day Calendar.
The 2025 Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony will take place on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at Rockefeller Center in New York City. The event will be broadcast live as part of “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” and will feature the tree being lit with over 50,000 LED lights and crowned with a Swarovski star.
COPE Food Pantry Distribution
C.O.P.E. Food Pantry Distribution takes place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday in Metropolis at 1013 North Avenue from 9am until 3pm. Please bring your photo I.D. and proof of Massac County Residency.
– Brookport Distribution – 9A- 12P – Christian Church building that is directly behind the Harry Statham gymnasium . Every 3rd Thursday of the month 9A-12P – (618)524-3635
–Joppa Distribution – 10A-12P – Civic Center next to Joppa City Hall. Every 3rd Saturday a month. Please bring your photo I.D. and proof of Massac County residency. (618) 524-3635.
(618) 524-3635
1-3P – DAR – Daughters of the American Revolution – 1st Wednesday of each month – Metropolis Public Library, 317 Metropolis St.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
The full Moon will be 100% illuminated on December 4 at 6:14 P.M. EST. For the most dramatic view, watch just after moonrise, when the Moon appears larger near the horizon—a phenomenon called the “Moon illusion.” More from Farmers Almanac
National Sock Day is celebrated annually on December 4th to recognize the importance of socks and to commemorate two historical events that occurred on that day in 1954 and 1991. It’s a day to celebrate matched pairs, wear your favorite socks, and often involves charitable giving, such as donating socks to those in need.
12P – The Rotary Club of Metropolis meets every Thursday at Community Christian Church, 1150 Country Club Rd.
Friday, December 5, 2025
International Volunteer Day for Economic & Social Development is an annual observance on December 5th that celebrates the vital contributions of volunteers to social and economic development worldwide. It aims to raise awareness of volunteerism’s impact, encourage more people to volunteer, and encourage governments to support volunteer efforts. The day highlights how volunteers contribute to achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by participating in everything from local initiatives to global projects.
COPE Food Pantry Distribution
C.O.P.E. Food Pantry Distribution takes place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday in Metropolis at 1013 North Avenue from 9am until 3pm. Please bring your photo I.D. and proof of Massac County Residency.
– Brookport Distribution – 9A- 12P – Christian Church building that is directly behind the Harry Statham gymnasium . Every 3rd Thursday of the month 9A-12P – (618)524-3635
–Joppa Distribution – 10A-12P – Civic Center next to Joppa City Hall. Every 3rd Saturday a month. Please bring your photo I.D. and proof of Massac County residency. (618) 524-3635.
(618) 524-3635
Recreation Time for Needle Crafters
– Nifty Needles Meets from 4:30-5:30 on Friday Afternoons at the Metropolis Public Library
For more information about the Nifty Needles Group, stop by the library or call 618-524-4312.
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Mark Your Calendars!
The Metropolis Christmas Parade is set for
Saturday, December 6th at 1:00 PM!
This year’s theme is 
Classic Christmas — a celebration of timeless holiday traditions, twinkling lights, and the magic of the season. 
We can’t wait to see the streets of Metropolis filled with festive floats, cheerful music, and holiday spirit. Bring the whole family and help us kick off the Christmas season in true hometown style! 
Sign up by following the link below:
https://forms.gle/srHs8Y6BBoXLB436A
Sunday, December 7, 2025
December
Monday, December 15, 2025
Cookie Exchange Week: 15-19
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
12P – The Kiwanis Club of Metropolis meets every Tuesday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 520 Ferry Street in Metropolis
5:30 – Metropolis Public Library – Board of Trustees Meeting -Third Tuesday of the month Basement of the Library – Open to the public.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
National Wright Brothers Day is celebrated annually on December 17th to commemorate the first successful sustained and controlled powered flight by the Wright brothers in 1903 at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. The day honors Orville and Wilbur Wright’s innovation and encourages the public to observe the achievements of aviation through ceremonies and activities
Join us for our upcoming coalition meeting to collaborate, share updates, and work toward a drug-free community. At this Meeting we will also be revisiting all the things we did in the past year! Whether you’re a long-time member or new to the group, your voice matters! We’ll discuss current initiatives, upcoming events, and ways you can get involved or contribute.
Thursday, December 18, 2025
12P – The Rotary Club of Metropolis meets every Thursday at Community Christian Church, 1150 Country Club Rd.
Friday, December 19, 2025
Recreation Time for Needle Crafters
– Nifty Needles Meets from 4:30-5:30 on Friday Afternoons at the Metropolis Public Library
For more information about the Nifty Needles Group, stop by the library or call 618-524-4312.
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