Nancy Russell of Twisted Limb Creations holds one of her recent glass creations. Russell, one of 16 vendors set up inside Creative Arts Center for Sweets, Spirits & Sparkles, specializes in hand-turned items wood and acrylics.

During this event, visitors will be captivated on a walk along one of the sanctuary's nature trails accentuated by lights and décor. Plus, guests will be able to get a glimpse of the Dinosaurs Live! exhibit. This enchanting evening stroll will offer a magical escape into a world where wildlife and holiday cheer exist in harmony.

Celebrate the magic of Christmas when First Presbyterian Church in Bonham hosts Christmas Cantata: Sounds of the Season on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Enjoy a live performance, Scripture, and fellowship for the entire family. This is a free community event.

The Sam Bell Maxey House State Historic Site invites the community to celebrate its 157th birthday on Saturday, December 13, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. with “A Very Merry Birthday Celebration.” Guests can enjoy a festive evening featuring cupcakes and hot cocoa, Christmas crafts, letters to Santa, photo opportunities, and a holiday-themed scavenger hunt. A face painter will also be on-site to add an extra touch of cheer for a small fee. Admission to the event is free, and visitors are welcome to come and go throughout the evening.

With the theme of “Rockin Around the Christmas Tree,” the Bonham Christmas Parade filled the Bonham Square with eager spectators.

1941 – World War II: U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt declares December 7 to be "a date which will live in infamy," after which the U.S. declares war on Japan. The "Day of Infamy" speech, sometimes referred to as the Infamy speech, was a speech delivered by Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd president of the United States, to a joint session of Congress on December 8, 1941. The previous day, the Empire of Japan attacked United States military bases at Pearl Harbor and the Philippines, and declared war on the United States and the British Empire. The speech is known for its famed first line, which opened with Roosevelt saying, "Yesterday, December 7, 1941—a date which will live in infamy..." On Sunday, December 7, 1941, the United States Navy base at Pearl Harbor in the Territory of Hawaii was attacked by 353 Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service aircraft in a surprise military strike, destroying various American ships and aircraft, and killing over 2,400 civilians and military personnel. After consulting his cabinet, Roosevelt decided to deliver an address before the joint session of the Congress the next day. Roosevelt's speech was worded to reinforce his portrayal of the United States as a victim of unprovoked Japanese aggression and appealed to patriotism rather than to idealism.