MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – Spirit of the Season, a Christmas program for residents who are in need at the holidays and live in Middletown, Cobb or Hidden Valley Lake, will host registration in October.

Those who live outside these areas are asked to register for programs in Clearlake or Lakeport later in the year.

Spirit of the Season provides a complete Christmas dinner of turkey and all the fixings plus gifts for children who are in high school or younger.

The registrations will be held at the Middletown Community United Methodist Church on Armstrong Street over a two-day period only: Monday, Oct. 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Tuesday, Oct. 29, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Please bring proof of residence by providing a driver’s license or utility bill showing your current address. Also provide proof of income such as a payroll stub or bank statement as well.

The Wish Tree portion of Spirit of the Season offers gifts to children so parents are asked to bring three written ideas of potential gift requests. This year the “wishes” are limited to items $25 and under.

This grassroots holiday program in south county has been supported by local businesses, service clubs and individual members for over 30 years.

Donations have been the only means to support Spirit of the Season. Your help in providing food for families and gifts for children are necessary to continue to assist those in need.

Donations can be sent to Spirit of the Season, P. O. Box 1468, Middletown, CA 95461.

Any questions can be directed to Hedy Montoya at 707-322-5080.