December Year in Pictures: Pelican Press

Chloe Johnson decorates the Siesta Key Chapel Christmas tree Sunday, Dec. 2, after the church's Advent dinner.

Knights of Columbus Warden Jack Burnham makes blueberry pancakes for parish members Dec. 2, at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church.

Achieva held its second Reindeer Trot 5K and 10K, Dec. 1, at Payne Park, to benefit Sarasota County classrooms. Ryan Mandia, 11, attended with his dog, Bandit.

Seven-year-olds David Huber, Luke Fowler and Malakai Stears show their selections from the Holiday House, Dec. 4, at Southside Elementary School.