Annual Bethlehem Walk Takes Place in Cold Springs

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Over 400 people came out for the annual Bethlehem Walk at the Cold Springs Memorial Hall north of Cobourg on Saturday, November 18, 2023.

The annual walk is a tradition to many families in the area who come out every year.

Arriving guests sign in and are given a penny to pay for the taxes along their journey to Bethlehem.

Waiting for their turn along the journey, guests get to enjoy Christmas music before being called.

The guests are lead along the journey and stop at a number of booths along the way explaining the true meaning of Christmas.

After a wagon ride takes families on a ride before going back into the Memorial Hall for cookies and treats.

There are approximately 50 volunteers that carry the tradition on for the community. All from various churches.

The event has been taking place since 2003.

The is also being held on Sunday, November 19, 2023 from 5 pm to 8 p.m. at the Cold Springs Hall located at 3844 Burnham Street North.

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

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