Good morning, Lancaster.

Vicki Little and her family continued their four-generation Black Friday tradition in the Susquehanna Valley yesterday by shopping, getting matching shirts, and meeting Santa.

They made lasting memories during a day that highlighted a cherished local custom — one that brings the family closer each year.

Many people attended Lancaster City's tree lighting ceremony in Penn Square—marking the start of the holiday season, as friends and families gathered to enjoy festive music and dancing—Santa made a special appearance and handed out candy canes.

A barn housing multiple pigs burned on Friday morning in Lancaster County, and officials are investigating the incident.

At Mount Hope Estate in Lancaster County, the Yuletide at the Ren Faire event kicked off this weekend with a Victorian England theme featuring references from Dickens' A Christmas Carol—live performers, entertainment and contests will be offered on each of the next three weekends.

Black Friday shoppers in Lancaster County braved near-freezing temperatures to take advantage of holiday deals at Tanger Outlets, with some waiting in line and many budgeting around $890 for gifts.

The National Retail Federation projected record shopping numbers between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday—up from last year, reflecting strong consumer interest despite the cold.

The Lancaster Conservancy spent $4 million to buy land in southern York County to create Eagle View Nature Preserve with views of the Susquehanna River—protecting a healthy hardwood forest from clear-cutting.

It said it will take about two years to decide how to open the preserve to the public.

Trivia Night at Southern Market

7-10 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off draft beer and wine — Test your knowledge and win gift cards while enjoying great drinks.

Trivioke Night at Southern Market

7-10 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off beer and wine — Enjoy an evening of music trivia followed by karaoke with prizes.

It's a Wonderful Life

7:30-8:30 p.m. — Fulton Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the classic tale of George Bailey through a live 1940s radio broadcast.

Noah - The Musical

11 AM – 2 PM — Sight & Sound Theatres — Last-minute tickets available — Experience an inspiring retelling of a timeless biblical story.

Holiday Concert with Anthony Nunziata

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Ware Center for the Arts — Ticket info not provided — Experience the soulful holiday classics performed by acclaimed singer Anthony Nunziata.

6th Annual Christmas Burns Red Concert

4-7 p.m. — Lancaster County Convention Center — Ticket information available — Enjoy a festive evening filled with Christmas music at this year’s annual concert.

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

4:00 – 4:59 p.m. — Barshinger Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Christmas carols played by a string quartet under candlelight.