Slippery Rock hosted its annual Light Up Night and Christmas Market, an event that brings the community and local businesses together for a night of activities, music and lights.

The streets were packed with families, lights, special characters and local businesses.

Despite the cold weather, families stayed warm from the hot chocolate and roasting hot dogs and marshmallows at the volunteer fire company booth.

The annual tradition, hosted by Slippery Rock Development and the Slippery Rock Business Association, provides residents with an opportunity to celebrate and support small and local businesses before the holidays.

Vendors, such as The Crafty Girl and Rockabye Blankets, were new to the event.

“This event continues to grow each year as people spread the word. Chris Green, owner of

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